Chapter 10 up let's go!

"Go sic em"

An array of monsters, from little to big, to tall, attacked Vaati's army of monsters. A small smirk formed on Vaati's face. Is that the best they can do?
With a snap of his wrist, his monsters began to attack, Swiping away fiercely at the opposite opponent.

Lena stood with her arms crossed over her chest, staring at Vaati as if they were mentally communication. Lena's army of monsters began to push back, blocking the opponent's attacks. Vaati stood with his arms crossed as well, cape flowing behind him with a smug expression on his face.

His monsters continuing to swipe away, barring their sharp teeth. Lena's monsters stood their ground, waiting for the opportunity to strike before striking back with the same fierceness. Lily observed the battle, hands clasped close to her chest. She had no idea who would win, instead, she focused her attention on Vaati. Man, does this guy ever falter? oh, that's right, he Vaati. She hugs the shawl closer over her shoulder's, almost wishing she'd stayed at the palace.

Lena's monsters had gotten the upper hand, if only for a minute. Teeth bared, one particularly large creature had a smaller creature by the by the neck. With one mighty swing, it sent the smaller creature flying off into the air, only to be eaten by another creature. Vaati's army didn't seem to tire. His creature's pushing the other army back with strength. The numbers of monsters in Lena's army drastically lowering and dwindling. Lena stood watching her army slowly dying, a small sigh escaped her lips, no fair. Her monsters, although strong, were no match against Vaati's powerful magic-induced monsters and she had to end it right here.

"Hey! let's call it truce yeah? This little play fight is over!"

Vaati sighed, looking bored with watching his monsters slay hers. "I agree, It's rather obvious that my army has outmatched yours wouldn't you agree?" With a snap of his fingers, his monsters disappeared along with Lena's army of monsters. Clapping could be heard in the distance.

"Well done, you haven't gotten rusty one bit," Gilard said.

Lena huffed, looking over to him. "No kidding, my army totally got their asses handed to them." Gilard chuckled, petting her shoulder.

"Oh Lena child, you're powers weren't far off from his. In fact, I'd say it was a tie!"

Vaati walked up towards them, rolling his eyes. " Only because I happened to hold back, now if you two are done here, I think It's time I take my leave." Lena sighs, turning to him.

"A good exercise yeah? boy did that wear me out."

Vaati glanced to where Lily was standing, motioning with his hand. "Come along, It's time we make our leave."

Nodding she makes her way towards him, standing next to him. Gilard straightened his hunched back, waving his staff in front of him.

"Farewell for now, oh and do tell that rascal, Robbie, to get rid of those bothersome keese in the palace! there everywhere nowadays."

Lily stifled a laugh while Vaati grinned. "Oh, I will," he replied. Vaati then grabbed Lily's hand and in a minute, they were out of sight. Lena up at the sky, head cocked to the sky.

" think she'll last with him?"

Gilard cackled, grabbing on to his cane.

"That womanizer..."

Lily didn't have enough time to register what happened quick enough. One minute she had been standing, then the next she was met with weightlessness. She opened her eyes to see the familiar white marble of the palace. They were standing on a balcony, overlooking the clouds and the sun setting behind them. She turned to see Vaati standing beside her, Bordley staring out in the distance.

"That was... a great fight, I think you won," Lily said, laughing nervously. Wait, why was she nervous? Vaati chuckled, then sighed, still staring off into the distance.

"Those fools were widely outnumbered, I might as well have done it with a blindfold." Lily regarded his words, staring off into the sunset. If she wouldn't have known any better, she would've thought the scene romantic. She observed him carefully, watching his almost peaceful expression as he gazed about. If only for a moment, she would have thought him as a regular person, but she thought better of it.

His ears twitched as he sensed someone looking at him, turning around to catch her staring at him. "Something on your mind?"

Lily could feel a slight blush form on her cheeks, quickly she thought of an excuse. "I- I was just amazed by your combat skills, that's all haha." She mentally slapped herself, way to go Lily.

Vaati regarded her for a minute, his eyes held a hint of amusement. Stepping just an inch in front of her he swiftly catches her chin with his hand. "Did anyone teach you any manners? It's terribly rude to stare dear." And as quickly as that, he walked away, cape flowing behind him and leaving a red-faced Lily staring at the floor.

Lily's p.o.v

Did...did that just happen?

I let out a breath I was holding in, staring up at the skies. He's getting the better of me, ugh I can't believe I just embarrassed myself! Sighing, I walk back into the palace. I smell food coming from a specific direction, it must be dinner or something. I make my towards the delicious aroma when I see a pot wriggling in the corner of my eye. Slowly I approach the pot, watching as it rolls back and forth. Carefully I reached a hand and opened the pot, and out popped a certain creature.

"...Pippin?"

I see Pippin in the pot appearing to be hiding, he notices me and slowly sits upright. "Oh, it's just you, you scared me! this is one of my many hiding places." I squat down and let out a small laugh. Can this thing get any cuter?

"Say, Pippin, have you see Robbie around here?" Pippin cocks it's head to the side, then squeaks. "Robbie? last time I saw him was when you left."

Just then as I was about to reply, I hear a voice coming in from the distance.

"Lady Lily? ah, there you are! glad to see you've made it just in time for dinner, I was just about to fetch you." Robbie said. I quickly stood up and brushed off my skirts, turning towards Robbie.

"I was just about to head over there." Robbie motions for me to follow him and I do. Making our way to the dining hall, I take a seat at the far end of the elaborate table full of delicious food. I look up from my plate to see Vaati standing up, his hand raised with a glass of wine in it. "Let's dig in."

After dinner, I retired back to my room. Shedding off my dress and slipping on a nightgown, I walk to the large windows and push them open. Staring out at the cloudy starry sky. Perhaps my stay here wouldn't be too bad? if I can manage to stay on his good side. Speaking of him, I wonder if he ever sleeps? I'm pretty sure he has a master bedroom, full of purple things.

I yawn, feeling sleeping from the day. I hop into bed, pulling the covers close and fall asleep.