So, I'm back... (This is former Rowena723)

Finally papers have ended, yayy!

Papers went really well. Now result is on 13th of August. Please pray that I get wonderful grades.

Thnx to all reviewers and those who sent OCs. SYOC now closed.

To answer Millyna's questions:

Robin is not an average guard. He is a senior one. So can receive a call directly from the queen. Also, yes, I have something planned for him. Some is revealed here, this chapter clarifies why he is not any random guard.

So, to understand my character - you must understand her as well as the other characters - here is a chapter based on a few years back. During vacation from story, I had an idea for my character, I have to develop her as well ;), and so for you to understand it...

So chapter 6 is here...

Late, at night

Rowena POV:

It is night time and my maids have left. I insisted that Cora leaves too, because she wanted to stay, due to some custom. I toss and turn, unable to sleep.

What if Prince Edward asks me something about mom? What if I reveal her secret now? I can't let that happen. It isn't time. It was difficult keeping it from Robin. But now? I will be more exposed. I won't be able to control my emotions. Well, I'd better do that. I have to. For mom, for me, for Robin, for all of us.

I remembered everything clearly as if it had happened just yesterday...

6 years ago

Rowena POV:

At the Palace:

"Why are we here mom?" I asked her as we entered the palace grounds. Rosetta, Robin and Derek were walking with father, and I was with Sofia and mom.

"I have some work, dear," she said, before turning towards the stairs. "Your Majesty," she greeted and I turned to see Queen Eadlyn standing at the top.

"Lady Margaret," the queen said. "Welcome back." I was surprised. Had mom really been here before? Before I could say anything, we were being escorted to the third floor, and shown our rooms. "Meeting is in an hour," the queen said, before leaving. Mom sighed and turned to us. Sofia was to be with mom and dad, Robin and I shared a room, and cousin Rosetta was with Derek.

"Lawrence," mom said and father immediately took Sofia out of the room, leaving me with mom. Robin was already in his room as were Derek and Rosetta. Mom turned towards me and looked straight in my eyes. "Rowena, whatever I tell you now, please do not tell anyone else." Her voice made me understand that this was serious. We sat on the bed.

"What is it mom?"

"Dear, there is something that I never told any of you. Only your dad knows right now. However I am telling you this because I know you will understand better than Robin."

"What is this about, mom? Related to this visit?"

"Yes dear. You know that your father works in the parliament. He has come here as all mayors of all provinces are meeting..." mom stopped and took a breath. I knew that dad had to come and we were here because mom had some work too and could not leave us alone, especially 4 year old Sofia.

"What you and your siblings don't know is that I am the queen's head adviser. All these years, I have communicated with her over the phone, but this time it is very important and I need to be here."

Mom took a breath before continuing, "I used to stay in Angeles before you were born, and here I met your father. After you were born, threats to your and Robin's life forced us to move to Calgary. I could not leave you alone, so I have always contacted the queen online, or visited her when your father was at home."

"But this time, both you and dad had to come here at the same time," I said, understanding what mom was saying.

"Yes." Mom took a breath and looked around. "I have missed all this, it has been years since I have come here."

"Really mom?"

"Yes dear. The queen had arranged a whole set of rooms for all of you. However, threats had continued coming since I knew a lot of the secrets. So we moved to Calgary."

"What is happening mom?"

"You will understand this later, dear. Now, I must go for the meeting. Tell no one about this, until the right time comes," mom said, looking directly at me.

"Yes, mom," was all I could reply.

Margaret POV:

At least Rowena understands. I am glad I told her who I am. Maybe it will be easy to contact Eadlyn from home.

"Why don't you and the others play with Prince Edward and Princess Nazia," I suggested. Edward was the heir and two years younger than Rowena. Nazia, his younger sister, was nine at the moment, five years older than Sofia.

"Great idea mom," Rowena said, before leaving the room to find her twin. Taking a sigh of relief, I left the room and walked down the familiar hallways to the meeting room.

"Welcome Lady Margaret," all the other advisers said as I entered the room.

"Now we can begin the meeting," Queen Eadlyn said as I sat down at my usual place beside her. "All the mayors are here and now we need to discuss about the upcoming election for prime minister." Ever since she had become Queen, Eadlyn had announced that a constitutional monarchy will be set. The prime minister was to be elected every five years and things had been smooth for a long time. Now, however, all candidates were facing threats and things had become difficult.

Rowena POV:

Mom had seemed very serious. I knew I could not tell Robin about this so I had to keep my thoughts from him. We could easily read each other's mind and so I knew I had to be careful.

"Ouch," I said as I fell down, bumping into someone. Well, not exactly someone, but Prince Edward. "Your Highness," I said as he offered me a hand to help me get up.

"Who are you?" he asked, "I have never seen you here before."

"I am Lord Laurence Russell's daughter, Rowena," I answered.

"Oh, welcome to the palace."

"Thank you. Are you free right now?"

"Yes."

"Then will you show us around?" I asked, smiling.

"Sure, but who is us?" the prince asked, confused.

"My siblings and cousin are here, too."

"Oh, fine, let's go and get them, then."

"No need for that," I said and sent a telepathic message to Robin. Minutes later, he was there with the rest of my siblings.

"Your Highness," Robin said as he saw the prince.

"Welcome to the palace. Want a tour?"

"We would love too," Rosetta replied and we followed Edward as he showed us around.

The palace was so huge that anyone could get lost. Princess Nazia soon joined us and we had fun.

A few days later

I wondered why mom wanted to see me. I was walking down the hall towards her room and peeked in to see her alone. Seeing me, she beckoned me to come inside.

"What happened mom?" I asked.

Before she could answer, I heard footsteps and turned to see the queen enter.

"I hope you are enjoying the vacation, Lady Rowena," she said.

"Indeed, Your Majesty," I replied. "Sofia seems to have the most fun, playing along with Nazia."

"Well, she will have more fun now that Elizabeth is coming along with Ahren and Camille."

"An international meeting or just a family visit?" mom asked.

"Family visit," the queen replied. "Liza is 12, so Derek is sure to have fun talking to someone his age."

"Indeed, why don't you tell Rowena why you called her?" mom asked. I looked confused. I thought mom had called me.

"Lady Rowena, I know that your mother has only told you her secret," she started speaking. "You know that elections are coming soon?"

"Yes, and I also know that the candidates are facing threats," I replied. Queen Eadlyn looked confused but understood that either mom or dad had told me about this before the visit.

"Well, we need you to come to the next meeting. There is something that only someone your age can tell, living outside the palace," she continued.

"Sure," I replied wondering what it all was about.

Robin POV

It had been a long time since Rowena had gone to see mom. I wondered what was taking her so long. I couldn't even communicate to her because she had blocked the telepathic passage.

"Rob," I turned to see Sofia calling me. She was holding cousin Rosetta's hand and Derek was right with her. "Look who is here."

I looked outside and saw Prince Consort Eikko welcoming someone. It was Queen Camille of France along with Prince Consort Ahren, Queen Eadlyn's twin. Princess Nazia approached us and took us out to meet them.

"This is cousin Liza," she introduced us to Princess Elizabeth, Crown Princess of France. I saw Derek smile and I knew it was because they both were twelve and would enjoy talking to each other.

Prince Edward joined us and we went to the gardens.

"Robin, where are you?" I received a telepathic message from Rowena. She had opened the passage just the same way she had closed it.

"In the garden with Princess Elizabeth of France..."

"So, they have arrived? I will join you soon."

Now what did she mean? Did she know that Princess Elizabeth was coming? Rowe seemed to be keeping something hidden, why else would she block our mental communication? That had never happened before. Maybe she will let me know soon.

"Everything alright Robin?" Rosetta asked.

"Rowe..." I started speaking before I saw her come out.

"Great, here she is," Nazia said and quickly said something to Liza.

"Where were you?" Derek asked.

"With mom," she replied. "Your Highness," she greeted Liza.

"Lady Rowena," Liza replied.

Now:

Rowena POV:

Six years have passed since then. Rosetta joined the medical team at the palace and Robin was drafted as a guard. At least he was promoted recently. Not anymore a normal officer.

I couldn't sleep. I tried, but failed. I got out of bed and towards the balcony. It was stuffy in here. Maybe because I was feeling insecure. It wasn't the first time. I tried sending a message to Robin, but he seemed asleep. I left the room, walking towards the main doors, leading to the garden. I knew I would feel better once I was outside. Walls always made me feel insecure. Guards were posted everywhere, but no one came in between, until I walked to the doors. There, the guards stopped me, saying that I should go back. Before I could say anything, I heard footsteps, very familiar footsteps. I turned to see Robin. Maybe my message woke him.

"Let her go," Robin said with authority. "As for the danger, I will make sure she is safe." He was one of the senior guards, so he had such authority. The guards opened the doors and I ran out as soon as they opened.

"Everything alright Rowe?" Robin asked, walking behind me. He had followed me, maybe for safety, maybe for more than that. I knew he was concerned about me and knew about my feelings of insecurity. He knew how to deal with them, like everyone else in the family.

"The same first time insecurity," I replied and he hugged me, knowing that I would be scared, I always was even if I would not admit it. We stayed outside for a few minutes, before I went back in, feeling better.

"Thanks Robin," I said. "Luckily you woke up by my message."

"Yes Rowe. See you later," he said before leaving for his quarters, prepared to catch his missed sleep.

I went to my room and fell down heavily, tired out and soon fell asleep.

Ok, so I hope I managed to explain my idea and portrayed the closeness between the twins. I know this chapter was full of past and only my character's POV. Next chap will have more, I promise

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Thanks to Abizeau for beta-ing

See you soon

Rowena

(Rowena Kiara - former Rowena723)