The next day the townspeople had come out to greet the Kings and Queens of old along with their new ruler and the enchantress. Caspian led the procession with his crown atop his head. Peter trailed behind, in a blue tunic alongside Susan who sported a red and yellow gown. Edmund wore a leather vest as he rode alongside Lucy in baby pink and Raelyn in a deep raspberry colored dress. The rest of the Narnians joined the parade as the Telmarines welcomed the once legendary creatures. They rode their way through town, heading towards the castle. Raelyn grinned, taking in the whole experience. Edmund shot a glance and smiled fondly at her. He doubted she would ever tire of Narnia and all it had to offer.
That night there was a grand ball in celebration of the new era for the land. In the corner of the room Edmund admired the redhead with a content smile on his face. He quite liked the way her hair was curled and then pinned back with a delicate white flower crown. It accented her simple but regal gown that flowed around her. The radiance of the ensemble suited her personality. Warm and bright but still retaining childlike innocence. It was stunning.
"So you and Ray huh? When did that come about?" Peter inquired, coming to stand beside his brother. The two kept their gaze one their sisters and Ray who were mingling at the other end of the hall. Edmund grinned as he thought back to their first kiss in the How.
"Well I think I've always fancied her. And after the whole witch scare it just kinda….happened." he explained in embarrassment. Peter quirked a brow, watching his brother's reaction.
"You kissed her first didn't you?" he asked knowingly. Edmund blushed, taking away from the scowl that he shot his brother.
"Maybe. But she kissed back and that's what counts." He pointed out, not about to let peter get to him. Peter chuckled.
"I like her for you. She keeps you humble." He told his brother semi seriously.
"Thanks." Edmund grinned, glad his brother approved. Peter was the one he knew would be on the fence about this relationship. Susan and Lucy adored Raelyn and had been hinting around about Ed's feelings for a while now. Peter nodded and nudged his brother forward.
"Go ask her to dance." He insisted. Ed rolled his eyes but went anyway, not needing to be told twice.
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Raelyn was smiling as she listened to the conversation between the sisters and some other Narnians. She was only halfway paying attention as her eyes scanned the crowd for a particular face.
"Sorry to intrude." A deep voice spoke up from behind her. Raelyn beamed as she whirled around to face a very handsome looking Edmund Pevensie.
"Dance with me." Edmund requested, holding his hand out to Raelyn as he bowed. Raelyn blushed at how romantic it all was, but then again it was normal for this time period in Narnia. Or maybe just normal for Ed. He two ignored the smug stares of the group around her.
"Of course." She whispered, taking his hand and intertwining it with her own. Edmund smiled gently before leading her off to the dance floor, tucking Raelyn closer to himself. She contentedly held onto his arm, taking in all the décor of the castle.
"I warn you, I don't really know how to dance like this." she admitted sheepishly.
"Don't worry, I've got you." He assured, swinging her around so he could wrap his arms around her. The two took their place on the floor, Edmund gently guiding her into proper form before slowly swaying to the music. Raelyn bit her lip as she glanced down every so often so as not to trip on her dress. How did people manage in these long things? A warm finger tilted her chin up and she her gaze locked with a pair of warm brown eyes. Ed smiled down at her, taking a moment to drink in her delicate features.
"Do you trust me?" he asked her quietly.
"Of course." She insisted quickly. Edmund softly pulled her in tighter.
"Then just look at me, don't worry about everything else. I'll guide you." He explained with a soft smile. Raelyn blushed, biting her lip as she nodded. Without looking down once she stared right back at Edmund adoringly as he whisked them across the dancefloor with grace she didn't even know he possessed. The world melted away as the two of them moved in sync with one another, Raelyn easily following his movements. As the song came to a close, Edmund gingerly lent in to press a soft kiss to her lips and pulled away after a second. Raelyn grinned as she opened her eyes, love shining in them. Edmund reciprocated the grin and went in for another kiss. This caused her to giggle.
"Oh come on." He sighed in mock frustration. Edmund watched in amusement as she tried to contain her laughter.
"I'm sorry, you're just so eager." She teased in amusement. Ed shrugged.
"I like kissing you, what's so bad about that?" he asked her with a smirk. Raelyn grinned, leaning upwards so her lips were hovering above his own.
"Nothing….I like kissing you too." She whispered alluringly. His brow rose as she focused his eyes on her intently. Before he could respond Raelyn quickly closed the gap, initiating a much longer and sweeter kiss.
