Ok, before you jump down my throat, I am so terribly sorry I haven't been updating as of late. But I'm back now and finally here to stay so I've come with a killer chapter for you guys. If you hate me, then you'll just love what's in store for later chapters. ;) R&R/F faithful readers!

I don't own Princess Protection Program or Ariana Grande.

Selena

I know I should not have asked and it was selfish of me, but I could not stand not being next to him when he was so close. I waited anxiously as Demetri thought it over.

"Please?" I begged.

The black-clad knight sighed and said, "Alright Your Majesty. I will come sleep with you."

I sighed in relief and went back to my chamber with Demetri close behind. I snuggled into one side of the hay-filled bed, making room for him on the other side.

"Good night, Demi." I sighed happily.

"Good night, Selena." he replied easily.

My eyes shut and I found myself in the meadow. Glancing down at my attire, I found myself in simple peasant maiden clothes and smiled. They were more comfortable than I imagined and I would have to see about getting some from the village maidens. I walked out of the shelter of the trees and stared off across the sea. I heard footsteps behind me and grinned as I felt arms wrap around my waist.

"Hello, Demi." I said softly.

"Demi?" I froze: the voice did not belong to Demetri. "Wrong knight, Princess. I am Alexander."

As I turned around, his lips caught mine and I knew this was no dream: it was a nightmare. Panicking, I pushed against Alexander and ran for the trees. Panic made me run faster than I ever thought possible. The forest was familiar territory, I knew the trees well. I would be safe from the knight following me if I could just get to the trees. Just as I was about to be swallowed up by the safety of the trees, a hand clamped around my wrist, squeezing it painfully tight as I was dragged back into the middle of the clearing.

"What is the hurry, Princess?" Alexander asked smoothly. "We have all night to do this. Even if it is not physical, I will show you the pleasure you deserve."

With that, he ripped off my clothes and his own. "No!" I screamed. "Not you!"

He shoved me onto the ground and positioned his body over me. "Do not be afraid, Princess. I will be gentle."

Alexander smashed his lips against mine. I struggled against him, thankful that Demetri had already stolen my first kiss. I pushed against his chest, but he was too strong and within seconds, he had pinned both my wrists above my head with one of his strong hands. I wiggled furiously, trying to gain freedom from his vice-like grip. A whirlwind of pain raced through my body as I felt Alexander's teeth clamp on my sensitive breast while his manhood thrust into me none-too-gently. I screamed out for help, but no help came from the fierce onslaught and I felt my strength waning.

Just as I felt Alexander about to release his seed into my womb, I heard a melodious voice call out, "Princess? Wake up! Wake up!"

I did not need a second telling to forcefully awaken from the nightmare. My eyes flew open and I saw Demetri staring down at me with a worried expression. My breath caught when I saw him and I clutched at him, sobbing into his chest.

"No! No! No!" I repeated.

Demetri stroked my hair and shushed me gently. Whereas other men would demand to know what happened, Demetri simply continued holding me while my sobs turned to teary hiccups.

"Th-thank you." I sniffed.

He nodded and tucked me back into bed. While he kept watch over me, I slowly drifted back into a peaceful sleep.

Demi

I watched Selena sleep and admired how peaceful she looked as opposed to the pained, tear-stained expression she wore when I awoke to her scream. I did not ask what her dream had been about because I thought it to be rude. Now, I was going to stay awake to make certain the dream did not return. I heard a knock at the door and quickly picked up my sword.

"Who is there?" I demanded.

"Delivery for Sir Demetri, 'the Black Knight'."

I gently covered Selena's head and slowly answered the door. The delivery boy gave me two packages and a letter. I thanked him and bolted the door, taking the packages to my private chamber, lest they be dangerous. I cautiously opened the letter first and found that it was from my mothers. I relaxed immediately and began reading.

Dear Demetria.

Very glad to know you are courting the princess. But you must make sure she is trustworthy before revealing your true identity. We have sent the bedlinens you requested as well as a box of chocolates for the princess. Do not eat them; they are poisoned just in case she does not choose you to be her 'husband'. Take care Black Knight and your 'aunt' is nearly fully healed. We hope to see you soon.

Signed with love, Ariana.

I glanced at the smaller of the two packages and opened it to find the chocolates. I put them in the back of my wardrobe for any emergency I may need to use them against an enemy. I then opened my linens and put them, folded up, on my haybed before returning to Selena's side.

In the morning, I joined Princess Selena in her studies and meetings. When she went to lunch, I took a small spoonful of everything first before giving Selena the affirmative to eat. She smiled at me before the rest of her suitors joined us. I caught Alexander shooting the princess a smug smile and a wink; I turned to Selena only to find her turning green.

"Excuse us." I said softly as I guided Selena to the nearest chamberpot. As she vomited her breakfast, I held her hair away. When she finished, I handed her a napkin and she wiped her mouth.

"Thank you again." she murmured.

"Was it him?" I inquired softly. She sniffed and nodded, hanging her head and not looking at me. "Selena, he was in your nightmare?"

She nodded again, tears building in her eyes. "He was so forceful and I could not fight him, Demi. It hurt so much."

I wiped her tears away softly and said, "I will be in your dreams from now on, Princess. I will protect you, I promise."

She smiled slightly at me and we made our way back to the dining hall. Selena sat on one side of the table with me while the other three suitors sat opposite us. Selena kept her gaze away from Alexander whereas I made sure he barely left my sight. At last, the horrible affair that was lunch ended and I began heading for the training area. As I put on my armor, Frank and Mackie walked over to me.

"Hello, Sir Demetri." Frank said.

"We just told the Princess that we will no longer be courting her." Mackie told me.

"What?" I felt my heart speed up. "Sir Mackenzie, why?"

"Because, son, she already has her heart set. We discussed it while the two of you were at the chamberpot. We will drop out and you and Alexander will be the only two left."

"I need your help." I told them. "I need you two to watch over the princess while I am training. Not just from people trying to kill her, but also Alexander. From her dream last night, it seems that either he is a dreamwalker or someone is helping him get into her dreams. So please, look after her?"

"Yes, Sir Demetri, we will." Frank agreed.

"Thank you, both of you." As they bowed and left, I got to work training. Hard.

And there you are. Again, I am terribly sorry that it's been awhile, but I'm motivated again, so no worries! Any reviews or favorites? Please?