A little bit of a shorter chapter today, sorry about that. After looking at all the reviews there was like one more vote for Maxon than James. It was really close though. Enjoy the chapter!
After my conversation with James, and my make out session with Maxon, I decide that it would be best to take my dinner in my room that night. I inform my maids of my decision and they leave to go get my meal. I decide since I am just going to stay in my room that there is no need to wear a dress anymore. I take out my pair of spandex shorts I brought from home and a sports bra. When I get done changing I grab a book from my shelf and settle into bed.
The book is called, "Happy Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone," and is about a boy who is a wizard, and goes to a school the specializes in magic. I have never read it before, but apparently Maxon loves them and has been trying to get me to read them since we first became friends. Just as I began to relax, delving into the magical world of Harry Potter, the rebel alarm goes off.
I spring out of bed and run to the door. When I pull them open I find a rebel smiling back at me.
"Ahh, Lady America I presume. Pleasure to meet you," he says while grabbing my arms. He begins to drag me down the hall as I scream for help. The hallway is completely empty, as everyone is still at dinner. I decide that they only person that is here to save me is myself, and I do the one thing that will incapacitate any man for a short period of time. I kick him right between the legs. When he bends down from the pain I manage to wiggle out of his arms and take off running. I am too busy looking behind me at my previous captor that I don't notice the rebel standing in front of me.
His arms slam into my as I run into him. He laughs, "We have quite the little fighter over here, don't we?" I spit in his face. His smile is quickly wiped off of his face and he slaps me across my own. "You insolent little girl. You are lucky I have orders to bring you back alive, or I would kill you right here and now."
The other rebel, who I had briefly incapacitated, comes over to join his friend. He is clearly still in pain, which gives me the slightest bit of satisfaction. This sense of satisfaction is short lived though, as they each take one of my arms and pin me in between them. A swift quick to the groin wasn't going to get me out of this one.
From behind me I hear a gun go off and one of the rebels next to me fall to the ground, followed by another shot and the other rebel falls. I turn around to see my savior.
"America, are you okay?" Maxon says, rushing up to me and looking me up and down for injuries. He notices the welt across my face from when the rebel slapped me and reaches up to touch it. "He hit you didn't he?"
"I'm okay. I promise. We just need to get to the safe room," I plead. Maxon grabs my hand and we begin to run to main safe room, where the rest of Maxon's family awaits. As we run I think about May, and hope that she managed to get to the safe room okay. We almost reach the safe room when I trip over my own stupid feet and twist my ankle. I let out a cry and fall to the ground. Maxon stops and picks me up in his arms and proceeds to run to the safe room door. He punches in the code and the door slowly slides open.
As we enter the room I can hear gunshots coming from behind us. Maxon carries me over to one of the cots that are against the wall and gently sets me down. He sits down next to me and holds my hand.
"How is your ankle?" he asks. I look down at it and notice that it is fairly swollen.
"I think I just sprained it. It should be okay as long as I rest it," I reply.
"Well you are still going to go see the doctor as soon as the attack is over," he says, obviously more concerned about my health than I currently was. I decide that it is best not to argue with him because he will just end up winning.
I notice James standing over in the corner with his parents and sister, and my own sister sitting on one of the cots talking to Elise. May waves at me and I smile back at her. James looks up to see me looking at him and he begins to walk over. Maxon notices him right away and stands up.
"I think you should go back by your parents. I can take care of America by myself," Maxon snarls.
"Well you obviously can't because you put her life in danger every time there is a rebel attack," James responds, crossing his arms.
"Why don't you just whip them out and measure, so we can settle this debate about whose is longer?" I ask.
They both look down at me, as if it was the first time they were noticing I was there.
James smiles at me, "If we did, you should know that mine is definitely longer." I snort in response to his remark. Maxon looks like he is ready to continue arguing when King Clarkson interrupts.
"Lady America, I see you are dressed properly, as always," he says sarcastically. I look down at myself and realize that I forgot my robe in my rush to get to the safe room.
"I was in a hurry, on account of the fact that I didn't want to die. Modesty wasn't really the main thing on my mind," I say, maintaining eye contact. I don't really now what causes me to get sarcastic and snarky with the King, but it may have something to do with the fact that he is a class A jerk.
The King grunts and returns his attention to the work on his lap. James chuckles to himself, while Maxon continues to glare at him. Apparently Maxon was far from letting his grudge against his James, although I couldn't really blame him for it.
The room is filled with tension, most of it coming from the two men having a glaring contest in front of me.
"So... What do you guys think about that Harry Potter kid? He's pretty awesome," I say, trying to at least diffuse some of the tension. Of course they both ignore me. I sigh and lean back against the wall. Thankfully, a guard comes into the room and says that we are free to go.
Maxon bends down and scoops me off of the cot. James begins to follow Maxon out of the room.
"Where do you think you are going?" Maxon asks James accusingly.
"I want to make sure America is fine," James replies, not afraid of Maxon in the slightest. James seems to have forgotten that just two days earlier Maxon punched him in the nose.
"She is fine," Maxon growls back.
"I would like to make sure for myself. Thank you very much," James says.
"Umm guys, girl down here with a super swollen ankle," I say, waving my hands in between them. Maxon takes off at a brisk walk down the hallway with me in his arms.
The doctor escorts Maxon and I, along with James, into one of the private rooms to take a look at my ankle. I was right of course, it was just a minor sprain. All I need to do is ice it, wrap it, and try to avoid putting too much pressure on it. While the doctor is giving my diagnosis Maxon stands on one side of me holding my hand, while James stands on the other side.
After I prescribed some painkillers, and ordered to go and get some rest. I leave to go hobble back to my room. Maxon reaches over to pick me up again, but I put my hand on his chest.
"No, I got this. I can't deal with the two of you anymore tonight," I complain. "I know you guys don't get along, but all of the testosterone in the room is beginning to choke me. Now good night."
With that I slowly but surely make my way back to my room. When I reach my room I collapse into bed, but I notice something crinkling under my pillow. I lift it up to find a note.
Dear Lady America,
You got lucky tonight. In the future you should be a lot more careful about who you decide to trust.
With warmest regards,
The Southern Rebels
I crumple the note into a ball and throw it across the room in frustration. It felt like I couldn't trust any one any more, and two of the people I could were too busy glaring at each other to even notice me.
My life was a complete and utter mess. The King of my nation hated me, I was being forced to marry someone I didn't love for the sake of my country, and the rebels basically had a bounty out on my head. I sigh, just another day in the life of America Singer.
Did you guys like it? I hope you guys did! So Maxon ends up being the hero, but although he did win that battle, it doesn't mean he will win the war. Please review, favorite, and follow. The next chapter, or the chapter after that is going to be the ball chapter. I decided that whoever the 100th reviewer is will get a character in the ball scene. I will let whoever that is know and they can PM me ideas for their character. Thanks for being the best readers! Love ya guys!
Shout Out Time!
The Devil Wears Westwood: James does deserve love too, glad you agree. Sorry, no Maxon proposal right now. :( I also can't promise Maxerica, sorry. :( By the way I love your story! Thanks for reading!
mpink897: Ahh! I am so glad you get excited when there is an update! That means a lot. Thanks for reading!
SelectionLoverForever: Looks like Maxon is the savior! Glad you liked the chapters, and I hope you continue to read the story! :)
marissalara97: I hate the King too! He is the worst! I hope you liked the chapter!
HorseGalFangirl9: Hehe, I hope this chapter helped! Thanks so much for reading, and being a fantastic PM buddy!
mira: So glad you like James! He is the first character I have ever created, so I have to say I like him too.
flowergirl123456: Some variety would be nice, but I can't promise anything right now. I hope you enjoyed the chapter!
Kiren: OMG! I own a wombat stuffed animal too! So sorry your guinea pig died.
I have a pet bunny who I love very much, and he kind of reminds me of wombat because of the whole rodent thing. I am so glad you think my story is good enough to favorite. I honestly did not think I was that good of a writer, so that means a lot.
Blondie: Yay! I like the longer chapters too. Thanks for the compliment. You are always so sweet. Hope you enjoyed the chapter!
jstachew: I have actually read your story, and I love it! Sometimes it is hard to write another love interest for America, especially with so many great Maxerica fans out there. Thanks so much for reading!
PEETAMELLARKLOVER123: Don't worry, I am sure Maxon will forgive you. ;) Thanks for reading!
Bookworm973: Yay! Glad you like the story! I hope you continue to read and enjoy!
going for the win: I love your reviews! Still not giving away any spoilers or hints though. ;)
Daniluvxx: You are welcome for the fluff. I love to write fluff of any kind. Glad it made you feel better about them. I hope you continue to read and enjoy!
Of course my customary shout out to agb1700, who is amazing!