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Okay time to move on.

Disclaimer: I DON'T OWN BE MY PRINCESS ANYWAY. ALL CHARACTERS BELONG TO VOLTAGE INC. THE ONLY THING I OWN IS MY OC AND PLOT.

(How many more times do I need to do that, do I even need that anymore^?)

STORYTIME


Swirls of colors filled my vision and the sound of faint music entered my ears. As the sight cleared, I realized the colors were the bells of dresses and the music was an orchestra playing in the corner of a ballroom.
"Why am I in here?" I spoke aloud. No one turned to look at me, it was if I wasn't even there. I looked around and noticed the scene before me was familiar. It was exactly like the ball I went to tonight. "Hello?" I questioned and was about to take a step towards the masked beings, when a hand on my waist stopped me. My body halted its actions and I turned to look at this mysterious person. Purple, that's the blur of color that flooded my eyes. As my orbs adjusted to the new scene, I realized the purple blur was actually a man. The man was Prince Joshua. His face, that usually was contorted into a bored expression, held one of pure happiness.
"Cassie, you have the most beautiful hair." He whispered lovingly as he tucked a strand of loose hair behind my ear. "T-Thank y-you" I stammered. My voice sounded airy and light, a big contrast to my normal voice. As I stared into his purple irises, a blush as red as a blossoming rose formed on my cheeks. His eyes were slowly getting closer and soon his face was only a few inches from mine. I could feel his breath on my face and soon he whispered my name while moving in for a kiss, "Cassie..."


*Slam*

My eyes snapped open as my body came in contact with a hard surface. "Oof..." I sat up and rubbed my now aching head. "How did I?...Oh, I fell out of bed..." I sat on the floor for a while groggily thinking about the day ahead until a certain prince came to mind. My face turned pink as I remembered my dream, 'Why would I ever dream out him?! It's like I can still feel his breath on me, and why am I getting so flustered?!' I shook my head to clear my thought but the image of his smiling face kept appearing in my mind.
"Gah! Enough of this!" I sprinted to my bathroom and quickly stripped my clothes. Turning on the shower head and jumping into the freezing cold shower, my body felt like an icicle. 'This should clear my head.' I couldn't stand the cold sensation anymore so I stepped out and turned the water off. Standing in only a towel, my mind felt clearer. I looked into the bathroom mirror and still saw a faint blush on my cheeks. I shook my head, 'It's just that time of month when my hormones are whack.' Looking through my suitcase I pulled out a pair of black leggings and a white long silk t-shirt. I then took out my black combat shoes and began to get dressed. After dressing myself, I began to do my hair. I decided to let my long brown hair have a natural look to it. I also did my makeup with a natural look. I looked into my long mirror and gave an encouraging thumbs-up to myself, and then I walked out.

I was greeted with the delicious smell of breakfast as I descended the stairs. A chorus of "Miss Cassie, good morning!" sounded throughout the dining room. I returned their greeting with a small smile, not ready for actual conversations since it was still early in the morning.
As I sat down in the chair at the end of the table my breakfast was served immediately. This was odd since the nuns usually don't have breakfast ready until everyone was present.
As I looked up I met a pair of bright blue eyes. My eyes widened, "Excuse me, Miss Cassie." The man then turned away and walked back into the kitchen. His sandy brown hair and his beige suit kept going in and out of the kitchen multiple times, delivering everyone their meals. I didn't touch my breakfast since I was too shocked. This strange man, who I can easily say is very handsome, was delivering our food and knows my name. 'What the actual hell is going on?'

The children seemed to feel at ease around him, as I looked at their faces each had a smile. If the children seemed so lax around him then I should too, right? I then decided to pick my fork up and try this food. I entered a forkful of scrambled eggs into my mouth and a vibrant flavor filled my cavern. 'This...is delicious!' I was about to pick up another forkful when I looked up casually to meet yet another unfamiliar gaze.
Purple. The color of his orbs that were staring into mine with a bored expression, then casting his eyes downwards he began reading the newspaper. My fork made a clanging sound against the table as I stood up surprised. "Wha-Wha?!" All eyes snapped to me as I gaped at the person sitting at the other end of the table.

"What? Never seen a person read the newspaper before?" He said with a mocking tone but still held the same bored expression. "What are you doing here?!" I exclaimed. He sighed, "Again, you should realize who you are speaking to." I sat down in frustration and sighed, 'I know damn well who I'm talking to, Prince Joshua!' I thought exasperated. Yes, that is who is sitting at the end of the table. Prince Douche.

He folded up the newspaper and crossed his arms. "We told you we were coming to pick you up in the morning." I balled up my fists, "You didn't tell me what time!" The man in the beige suit came rushing into the dining room. "Is everything alright? I heard a commotion."
Prince Joshua sighed, "No, Jan. It's just this woman here isn't perceptive at all." 'Woman?! That sexist pig!' I thought angrily.
"It's early in the morning, how perceptive can a person be?!" I defended. Prince Joshua looked a little annoyed, "Hmph, perceptive enough to notice someone sitting at the end of a table." He is right; I should've noticed him when I walked in. In my half asleep mind I didn't see him at all. "I'm sorry." I said quietly while looking down at my lap. "Mm." He acknowledged my apology with a small hum, and then went back to reading.

The man, whom is Jan, then interrupted the silence, "Miss Cassie, we will be leaving shortly after breakfast to departure for the castle." I nodded my head at his statement and continued to eat my meal. A realized something was missing in the dining room. The nuns. I turned towards Caleb, a 9 year old boy, and asked him, "Where are the nuns?" He didn't look up and only replied with a shrug of his shoulders. Caleb was always a shy kid and he never really opened up to anyone, except Samantha. The two were inseparable; their relationship was much like Mother and I's. I was about to pick up my plate and bring it to the kitchen when a pair of hands stopped my actions. "Please, allow me." Jan said while taking my plate away from me.

I noticed Prince Joshua's plate had also been cleared off. I stood up and was about to walk out the room when a voice stopped me, "We will be leaving shortly, so bring whatever you need. We won't be able to come back here if you forget something." I nodded my head but I was confused. 'What does Prince Joshua mean by "We won't be able to come back" it's not like I'm staying forever.'
I walked into the living room and noticed the nuns sitting quietly, some prayed and some read through the sacred book. Mother looked upset, "What's wrong Mother?" She looked at me and spoke and the words kept repeating in my head, "You've been chosen by Prince Joshua to be his personal maid." My mind raced with thoughts and most of them were very angry, 'What?! If he thinks he can walk in here and take me away, his princely ass has another thing coming!'

Mother must've noticed my anger and put a hand on my shoulder, "This is an honor to be serving our prince. It's an honor to even have his presence in our humble home." She paused, her face tried to hold a smile but her facade was cracking, "I-It's for the best." She wrapped her small arms around my waist and squeezed me until it hurt. "I love you, Cassandra. Your bags are all packed, the nuns moved your suitcase to the car. Good luck, I know you will do well." I almost let my eyes water seeing Mother like this. She normally doesn't get upset easily. Thinking that, my anger seized.
A throat being cleared caught our attention, "We're leaving, say good bye to your mommy." Prince Joshua's face finally showed some emotion and smirked. I had it. I walked straight up to him and poked his chest, "Listen buddy, I don't care who you are but you never ever talk to me like that. Especially in front of Mother Teresa. Understand, Princess." My voice held an even, icy tone throughout my outburst and I could see the shock in Prince Joshua's face, even if it was only a second. I then took a step back and turned to smile at Mother, "I love you too, and I wish you well." I turned back around and faced Prince Joshua again, "I will work as your maid but I have one question. Why?" Prince Joshua raised an eyebrow and cleared is throat, "You just seemed like a commoner who could work well. So, I decided to hire you." Prince Joshua had gained a little of his confidence back after my little rant and was able to answer my question. I sighed, 'This commoner crap, again.'

"I guess that's acceptable." I answered. He responded with a nod and walked out the door to accompany Jan to the car. The children all came to say goodbye and the nuns did as well. I walked out the door and I realized we would be driving in a limo when Jan drove up to my standing form. Prince Joshua stepped out the limo and opened the other door for me, "So you really can be a gentleman at times." He scoffed, "DresVan Law 338, Section #5: All men of noble birth must be educated in proper manner and educate." I stared blankly at him for a good minute. 'I get it; he's a "by the book" type of person. Man, do I feel bad for whoever marries this dork.' I then shook my head and entered the limo.
Once we were situated in the car, Jan started to drive away. I looked out the back window watching the orphanage slowly slip away from my view. As I thought back to this morning and all these events, I can't believe how accepting of this I am. I mean, Prince Joshua just kind of ripped me away from my family without an explanation. But surprisingly I feel at ease. Like this was supposed to happen all along. I stole a glance at Prince Joshua and saw how peaceful he looks watching the scenery pass by the window. He looks a lot more handsome like this, when he relaxes and becomes himself rather than a prince. It's moments like these where I realize princes are people too.
Prince Joshua seemed to have caught my stare and gave me small smile. That small smile made my heart leap. 'Pssh, don't be ridiculous. Why would that make my heart jump?'
But it did, because he just showed me a side of him I haven't seen before and I began thinking about how maybe he could be different.
I didn't realize it then,

but I would be thinking about that smile a lot more.