I was in the middle of a meeting with my brother and various ministers. We were discussing about the welfare of our country and how we could improve things. It dragged on for an awfully long time; I unconsciously started tapping my foot as I waited for the meeting to finish.
My brother finally dismissed everyone and the meeting was over, I stood up, politely bowed and quickly exited the room. I had just finished the last of my royal duties for the day, and was now on my way to see the one who had been on my mind all day. The love of my life who has a voice like and angel and beauty to match; my dear princess Elli.
I looked all throughout the castle but could find no trace of her anywhere. I checked the dining hall, her bedroom and various corridors but she was no where to be found.
"Where could she be?" I muttered to myself in thought.
Deciding she must not be in the castle, I headed towards the entrance to see if she was outside.
I stepped outside and squinted from the strong sunlight, the sun was at it's highest peak in the sky. I strode through the gardens while I kept a close eye on my surroundings.
I heard a rustling in the distance and quicken my pace, there I see a faint shadow against the sunlight.
"Elli?" I stopped in my tracks and my eyes grew wide.
There in the distance, in the middle of the gardens was Elli. She had a watering can in hand and was watering the many varieties of plants. She wore a raidiant smile, it made my heart race just looking at it. Even with all the exquisite flowers surrounding her, Elli was the prettiest flower of all, her presence brought everything to life.
I stood there fixated by her beauty, she carefully tended to all the flowers but it looked as if she was particularly fond of the roses as she paid extra attention to them.
It seemed she still wasn't aware I was looking on as she started humming a soft melody. I was entranced by the soft tune, it made me feel calm and at peace. I closed my eyes and listened to her angelic voice when someone spoke out to me.
"Aslan!? How long have you been there?"
It looked like I was finally found out as Elli stood in front of me with a shocked expression.
"Not long, I only just got here." I grinned, I could clearly see the blush creep over her face.
Elli turned her face to the side and looked away. "You heard me, didn't you?" She sheepishly asked.
I walked up to her and placed my hand under her chin and brought her face to look at me. Her breath tickled my face and I could feel myself starting to blush slightly from the closeness.
"You have a beautiful voice. Just like you are a beautiful person. It's as if your singing reflected the person itself." She only blushed harder from my compliment and was finding it difficult to keep eye contact with me.
Seeing her adorable blushing face so close, I found it hard to resist to pull her against me and kiss her. I pulled my hand away from her face and took a step back. I shyly scratched my head and tried to keep my mind off of my errant thoughts, I remembered I had something I wanted to ask Elli and now was the perfect time.
"Elli," I softly spoke her name and she brought her face to look at me, interested In what I had to say, "Tonight there is to be a full moon. It's going to be quite the sight." I paused and gracefully bowed before her and held out my hand, "I'd be honored if you would join me on a moonlit ride through the desert."
I remained in the position with my hand held out as I awaited for her reply. I felt something warm touch my hand, I turned my gaze upwards to see Elli's beautiful smiling face.
"Yes, I'd love too." I let out a breath of air, I was relieved she agreed to accompany me.
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Later that night, the moon was shining high in the night sky; It gave off a mysterious yet magnificent aura. I readied the camels we would be riding on for our little adventure and we were set to go.
Our camels slowly trotted through the sand and before long the castle was out of sight. Besides me Elli sat atop her camel, her head was slightly tilted upwards, she seemed to be looking at the sky.
"It sure it pretty." She sighed in awe from the beauty of the clear night sky lit up with thousands of stars and in the middle of it all the silver moon that lit up the desert sands; it all looked magical.
"Yes, it is. I knew you would like it. This isn't just any ordinary moon tonight. This only happens once every decade." I said as I stared at moon, enjoying the beauty. I turned my gaze to Elli, though the moon may be beautiful seeing her lit up under the gentle light, she was far more beautiful; she was the jewel of the desert.
Elli noticed me gazing at her and turned to face me, we both looked into each others eyes and were unable to turn away. Her pale cheeks adorned a rosy red color which only enhanced her beauty under the moonlight.
"Elli..." I softly spoke her name and smiled fondly at her, "You are my most precious treasure. I love you." I stopped the camels and brought my camel close to hers, close enough so I could touch her.
"Aslan..." She softly whispered my name. I took one hand off of my camels reins and placed it on her face.
"You will always have my heart." I touched her forhead with mine and gazed into her eyes, I could easily get lost in their depths.
"Aslan, I love you too." She smiled adoringly at me.
Our breathing had become heavy and I couldn't hold back any longer. I gently placed my lips over hers and showered her in small soft kisses and gradually deepened the kiss. We kissed for awhile as the moon shone down beautifully on us. It was as if we were the only two souls alive on the planet, only the vast desert was to be seen. I would never forget this night, Elli's beauty under the moonlight will forever be etched into my mind. She would always be the love of my life.