"Ethan, why did you..."
My eyes slide shut. He punished me by using my own brother to punch me. My father will die for this. Ethan can rot in hell. Who does that to their own brother. I will fight and survive this. Then I will be reunited with my love.
"Well done Ethan, my boy. Now go and fetch me this filths tart. Then my plan can begin"
"But I'm just one guy, there are thousands of guards in that castle"
"Create a distraction in the castle luring her out and then grab her when she is alone and vulnerable."
"She won't come willing"
"She will. As you will tell her that I will kill him if she does not obliged"
"You wouldn't"
"No but she will come running if they are truly in love. Guards take this filth to the dungeon immediately. Ethan bring me the tart if she doesn't obliged make her. Go get out of my sight now!"
"Annabella, you need to forget about him"
"It's not that simple Edward"
"Well at least eat something"
"I'm not hungry Edward. Why don't you go and find Cinderella and leave me in peace"
"Cinderella can wait."
"I insist"
"Fine. But promise me you will not hide in here"
"I promise"
Edward pulled me close and kissed me upon my head.
"I will check on you later"
"Ok"
I looked out the window of my balcony it was a beautiful sunny day. The birds were singing, a slight breeze, nearly blue sky and there goes Edward on his horse passing Ethan. Passing Ethan.
"John I'm going to visit Cinderella. Annabella is in her room. Please make sure she does something useful today. Something to keep her distracted."
"Of course Edward. Good day sir"
"And you to"
I strolled to my horse Lucifer. A black strong mare waiting for me to ride on this glorious day. I saddled upon Lucifer and looked up high towards the sky. I spotted Annabella on her balcony with a smile on her face. I knew she wanted to be out in this weather. Who wouldn't?
I looked towards the village and galloped away on Lucifer passing a carriage which looked to be delivering the new supplies.
How am I suppose to bring Annabella back to Srophina. I will be caught, then condemned for treason for kidnapping the princess in order to take her to my psychotic father who wants to hurt and cause pain to her and my brother. I dobt my brother would ever want to talk to me again. What I did was truly terrible. I feel guilty but there is nothing I can do. I must bring her to him. But how?
"Make way for the Kings supplies!"
"Make way for the Kings supplies!"
"Stop the carriage we need to bring the new supply of garments for her highness"
I have an idea. I slipped between the busy streets of the village and went round the back of the garments store.
"Good day sir, what can I get you?"
"The new garments for her highness"
"Of course. Timothy go and fetch the new garments for her highness"
Timothy exit into the back of the shop all of sudden, bang! Timothy collapsed on to the body of Ethan. Ethan dragged Timothy to the corner, changed into his clothes and placed the hat lower on his head. Ethan carefully picked up the garments and carried them into the shop.
"Are these the garments sir"
"Yes, thank you Timothy"
"Where do you want then?"
"I have a carriage across the street"
"Would you mind if I made sure these garments get delivered by me in person. I wouldn't want these garments to get ruined and then her highness can not blame such a wealth gentlemen as yourself."
"Well I suppose, it seems reasonable"
"Go now Timothy"
"This way to my carriage"
I rushed through the busy street of the village, clutching the new garments towards the carriage. Why is this plan working?
We set of towards the castle gates of Euphrania castle. Someone will recognize me, I can feel it.
The carriage stopped to a holt.
"Delivery of supplies for the King"
"Name"
"Lord Walter Daly"
"You may enter"
The carriage started rolling forwards, passing the big metal gates. My face began to sweat.
"Timothy are you well"
"Yes sir, just the heat sir"
"Of course. Wouldn't want you giving a disease to the royal subjects"
"Of course not sir"
The carriage stopped. The door swung open. There in my path was Edward. Look down, look down.
He rode straight pass me towards the village. When I could not hear the sound of hooves I looked up to see a beautiful sight. There was Annabella staring at me. I knew that she recognize me. She was breath taking.
Then she vanished.
Ethan is here. Why is he here? Why is carrying supplies?
I rushed as fast as I could out of my chamber and down the grand staircase.
When I pumped into someone.
"John"
"Annabella, are you alright"
"Of course, I'm sorry I wasn't watching where I was going"
"Not to worry. Where are you heading?"
"Outside its a beautiful day don't you think?"
"It is my lady. I will leave you now"
"Good day to you"
"Good day your highness"
"Lord Walter"
"I am delievering the weakly supply your highness"
"I see"
"Everything is to standard your highness"
"Of course it will I have no doubt it won't. Did you bring me my new garments?"
"Of course my lady. Timothy!"
"Yes sir"
"Please take these garments to her highness chamber"
"Of course my Lord. Good day to you madam."
"Good day. This way Timothy."
We were out of sight and in my chamber alone.
"What are you doing here?"
"Delivering your garments"
"You know what I mean"
"Annabella you must come to Srophina"
"I will not do such thing"
"You will otherwise my Father is going to kill my brother"
"He wouldn't"
"He is in Srophina dungeon probably being tortured"
"Stop! I do not want to hear anymore"
"Please Annabella. I do not want Daniel to die"
"Nor do I"
"Then please come"
"No"
He pulled me to his chest and whispered against my ear.
"Now you listen to me you little tart. You will come to Srophina one way or another. I believe my father has something special for you love"
He sent shivers down my spine. He was brutal & firm unlike Daniel. I gulped at the thought of Daniel dead.
"I will..."
"Good"
"But not now, I will meet you at the border upon the hill"
"Of course, thank you"
I lead Ethan out towards the main entrance.
"Lord Walter, would you escort Timothy out" I said with a convincing smile
"Of course, your highness"
"Back to shop sir. Good day your highness" He winked at me as he slipped into the carriage.
Dear readers just to let you know their are 3 events in this chapter between Annabella, Edward & Ethan but are all at the same time if you understand. Comment if you don't. Hope you enjoy. Don't hesitate to comment for suggestions.
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