Chapter 12. The Soft warmth
Recently there appeared the rumor that the king looks very pale. Someone said that it's because of some kind of disease (may be it even will kill him). The others said that it's because of Mal and their fights. And only a few people understood that it was because of a hard work. The dark circles under his eyes and a constant headache were telling him that he needs to take a break. But his wedding was too close. Ben was really grateful to Evie, who took part in all those preparations like the choosing the wedding dress and the food. The king himself was busy with the organization problems. However, the difference between the two options for organizing the celebration wasn't noticeable… at least in terms of tiredness. Mal, who was helping to Evie, and Ben himself were so tired that they were falling asleep almost instantly. Because of that they weren't worried at all. Well, Evie seemed to be worried and excited for both of them.
When in the evening Mal was coming back into her room she was falling on her bed in a shape of a star and closing her eyes. She was silently lay on her bed and sometimes murmured something. In such moments Evie tried not to bug her.
If you'll see girl's tired and irritated face then you'll understand why everyone in a castle was scared of her: she could just look at them with her bright green eyes and the person at whom she was looking pretended invisible. Only one person could be near her in such moments… because he was also so tired that he could hardly breathe.
- Mal! – The girl turned around. Her eyes turned green. Everyone made a few steps back… well, almost everyone. – I need some energy.
Ben hugged Mal and closed his eyes. Mal smiled softly and everyone calmed down. For a few minutes they were standing like this. And after a short kiss Ben walked away. Mal sighed but she continued to deal with the preparations.
They were happy more than ever while they were sitting on the cold roof of the castle. But in Ben's arms Mal felt warmth.
- Tomorrow I will not be able to do something bad: my reputation of a queen is a very important thing. – Murmured Mal.
- It's not necessary. You can misbehave and I will protect you. But you're saying that as if you often do something wrong.
- Well, I was stealing sandwiches. – Smiled she.
- Why is it white?! – Frowned Mal. – You know that I don't really like this color!
- It's only for one day. – Said Evie. – I'm sure that Ben will love it.
- Even if he won't I'm sure that he will never say that. And it's good, 'cause a few days ago I took my spell book from the Museum.
- Mal! I thought that you'll leave it there alone!
- I know, but… Evie, I was hoping that you'll understand me! – Cried out Mal.
- I do understand. But not every problem can be solved with magic!
- Hey, girls! It's time to go! – Cried out Jay.
Mal sighed and took the first step to the door.