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Song Inspired by Chapter:
"Everything You Want" Vertical Horizon
RECAP:
Peter looked at him like he was crazy. "What do you mean?"
"It's just, when we were in there, you weren't into what we were all talking about. You usually participate a lot. But today, you looked distracted, very. Is it Anna? Can you concentrate at all without thinking about her?" He laughed.
Peter pinched his younger brother. "I'm fine, and if you must know... yes I do love Annalissa. It is that hard not to concentrate. Wait...It shouldn't be any different with you and Elizabeth."
The Just King shook his head. "Nevermind. We have practice with Oreius in a few minutes."
Peter groaned. "When will I ever get a break?"
"We're Kings, remember?" Edmund rolled his eyes.
Chapter 36
"How do I look?" Annalissa took deep breaths here and there, wanting to look at herself through the tall mirror. "I do hope nothing looks out of place."
"You look fine, sister. Do not worry for a second." Elizabeth said softly as she made the last touches to her sisters dress. It looked beautiful on Anna. The dress complimented her small frame and at the same time it was not too heavy for her. Her hair was relaxed and let down followed by wavy curls here and there, a natural look. Elizabeth took another good look at her sister. "There we go," she brushed a piece of hair from Annalissa's eyes.
"Is everything all set?" Annalissa asked.
"Yes, for the tenth time." She smiled. "Don't worry, it's just Peter you are having dinner with. The two of you."
Anna walked towards the window and looked out. "Why am I so..."
"Stressed?" She nodded. Elizabeth laughed slightly and touched her sisters arm lightly. "There is nothing to be stressed out about Anna. Susan has everything organized, it is all set. Every little thing is in place." Annalissa turned back and smiled at her little sister. She always made her feel more at ease when things like this would happen. Anna's shaking decreased minute by minute. "It is near dinner. You should go find Peter." Lizzie let out a small smile.
"Yes, I...well, I shall speak with you later, then."
Elizabeth nodded. "First thing tomorrow morning." With that Annalissa walked out of Elizabeth's bedroom with a small smiled on her relaxed face. Surely tonight was going to be peaceful with just herself and the High King alone together. Nothing could go wrong, right? Annalissa made her way through the halls and outside the back of Cair Paravel. She saw Lucy and Susan coming toward them grinning from ear to ear. They were giggling when they reached Anna.
"Anna!" Lucy exclaimed. "There you are."
"Yes?" Annalissa said with a raised eyebrow.
"Peter is waiting outside. We said you'd meet with him in a minute." Susan announced looking back. "He is out on the steps."
Annalissa could feel her heart beating faster than normal. "Thank you."
"Don't keep him waiting," Lucy giggled. The two Queens walked away from Annalissa smiling and giggling like they came i moment ago. She made her way across the path and walked up to see him sitting on the marble steps. Anna walked towards him and placed a hand on his shoulder. He jump ever so slightly and turned his head to see Anna. He smiled and began to rise to his feet.
"Hello," He bowed with his crown glowing in the moonlight The King looked handsome in his brown tunic and navy blue pants. She didn't care what clothes he wore. It was nice enough to see his face. To see his beautiful blue eyes, his golden skin. "It is nice to see you."
She smiled and curtsied. "It is indeed." When she rose, Peter wrapped his arms around her and brought her into a warm loving embrace.
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"What is he doing?" Edmund hissed quietly from nearby. Susan, Lucy, Elizabeth, and Edmund were hiding in a large bush not too far away from the two. Susan was blocking view. He made sure they weren't seen as he attempted to look. "They aren't kissing."
"Yet," Susan pointed out. "Give them time, Ed."
"Why are we even out here in the first place?" Edmund asked.
"To spy on them!" Lucy said. "Make sure none of you sneeze or anything. We do not want to get caught. Peter would never trust us if he does."
"They are are on a date, afterall." Susan said.
"A what?" Elizabeth asked. They forgot to tell her what a date was.
"A date is when two people go somewhere together, erm..like, romantically." Susan explained.
"Ah, I understand." Elizabeth nodded.
"Lucy, girls...I...Ahh...Ahh..." Edmund was about to sneeze when Elizabeth covered his nose with her hand. She groaned and shook her head. "Sorry," He said sheepishly.
"Very funny, Ed." Lucy said softly. She slightly pushed away some leaves to get a better look at the couple. "
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"You look beautiful," the High King said proudly. She blushed as she stroked his blond hair.
"Would you like to take a walk? Before we decide to eat?" Anna suggested.
"That sounds nice." The King said soothingly. He let go of her and held onto her hand. She turned her head to him and smiled. "Has anyone ever told you that you are very beautiful?"
Annalissa could feel her cheeks turning pink, "Yes, by Fidel; but that was only once. He was different...but, you... you are very different from him." He looked at her like he wanted to know more. "Different in a good way, Peter." She laughed. "Much better, actually."
"Really?" Peter asked as he played with his hair. "How?"
"Well, you show your true feelings on a regular basis; unlike Fidel. He would be serious for a while, and be something other than that later. He never made his feelings clear, never kissed me in public, showed affection or love. I thought I was in love with him, but turns out I made a mistake being involved with that man."
"I am sorry about the pregnancy and the miscarriage."
"You heard about the...you know."
Peter nodded. "Yes, but it wasn't your fault. The baby came too early; there is nothing to be ashamed of. Accidents happen, and I am sorry for your loss."
"Thank you, but I wish to start over with my life. Move on and see what else is out there for me." She stopped and looked at him, looking into those blue orbs was so amazing, but right now, in the moonlight, it was even more breathtaking. "Sometimes I wish you were my first love, instead."
Peter looked at her with calm eyes, staring into hers. Her eyes were full of love, regret, confusion, and fear. He thought about it over the past few days, and he knew it. He was too in love with her. "But you are my first love."
"Really? I don't believe you."
Peter laughed. "It is true! I have not been involved in a relationship such as this."
"Oh," She said simply. Annalissa and Peter made their way through an iron gate with vines attached to them. The boy opened it for her and as she made her way through the gate, he decided to close and lock the gate and smiled to himself.
Do they honestly think they can get away with spying on me just like that? Peter smirked. He turned around and made his way back to his love.
"Why did you lock the gate?" Anna questioned him, concerned.
"I didn't want any intruders." Peter whispered in her ear about his sisters, brother, and Elizabeth about their attempt to pry on their dinner to the gazebo.
"Why, those little..." She chuckled. Anna knew where the gazebo was, and they were getting closer to it. She wanted to surprise her King. "Now, could I have you please close your eyes?"
"Sure, I think." He was confused but did as he was told. She took hold of his hands and lead him through the end of the garden. Anna occasionally turned around now and then to make sure she wouldn't trip. When they made their way to the gazebo, they stopped.
"Ok, you can open your eyes," She whispered in Peter's ear. Peter did so and at the first look of the gazebo he stood there breathless. He choked at his words.
"Who did all of this?" Peter asked surprised but yet fascinated by the decorations, the flowers spread around the floor and the food inside the gazebo.
"Let's just say I had some help from some certain 'intruders'." She winked at him.
"Ah! Wonderful piece of information, love." He smiled slyly as he brushed his lips chastely against hers.
She moaned into their kiss. "Peter," Anna pulled back smiling and looking at the gazebo. "We should probably be eating. Aren't you hungry?"
"Oh, yes. Yes I am." The two made their way to find a large basket with food such as chicken, corn, bananas, bread, and drinks. "They really made this quite wonderful." He stopped and looked at her. "This is the nicest thing anyone has done for me. Arrange a..."
"A dinner picnic?" She opened the basket and grabbed a plate and some chicken. Peter nodded, taking some food from it himself. "I wanted to help you, meetings all day, hectic schedule...that stuff."
"I have been under a bit of stress lately." She nodded as she bit into an apple.
"A King should have some leisure time."
"I quite agree with you, my Lady." They gazed at each other for what felt like an eternity.
"Maybe this may cheer you up." She put her apple down on the blanket and sat beside Peter. Anna wrapped her arms around his broad shoulders, pulling him into a sweet settled kiss. The blond haired gentleman wrapped his arms around her waist as he kissed her back while turning their kisses into more passionate ones. Annalissa played with his golden locks, neither of them cared to notice Peter's crown that fell off of his head moments before.
Anna was going to grab it, but Peter stopped her. "Leave it... I'll pick it up later." His eyes focused on her lips then made his way to her mouth again. They tumbled onto the floor leaving Peter hovering over Annalissa, kissing her neck while his hands made their way under her dress. The sensation Annalissa was feeling, the King was able to detect it as he kissed her continuously. Now they were finally able to be alone on this beautiful night.
The High King kissed her forehead; the two laid there in the grass by the gazebo stargazing. The rest of the night went as planed. Elizabeth was right; there was nothing to worry about. "You are a wonderful King, Peter." Anna stroked his hair while being in his arms. He smelt so nice, she smelt his tunic and it smelt just like him.
"Yes, you are wonderful," Peter mumbled. She looked up at him. "I...erm.." Anna silenced him with another kiss.
"It's fine, Peter. I love you."
"And I you, my love."
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"Edmund, this is all your fault." Susan said grimly. "I wanted to found out how everything turned out. Because of your loud voice, we'll never know."
"This wasn't even a good idea. You only dragged me into it." Edmund moaned. "I'm going back to my room, goodnight."
"I should get some rest as well," Lucy said. "I will see you in the morning."
"They aren't back yet...maybe they are taking a walk or something. It is getting a bit late to eat supper. Maybe they are doing something different now." Elizabeth said while heading towards her room. Susan followed behind her.
"I suppose you are correct," Susan yawned. "But I think we should rest for the night. It is getting a bit late."
"Alright," Lucy said. "Goodnight Susan, Elizabeth."
"Goodnight, Lu." Susan and Elizabeth said at the same time.
