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Chapter 2: Betrothal Party
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"The Meetings"
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The nobles of Mars were gathered around, happily dancing and laughing. Off to the right, Leena could see the band as they played beautiful Harp music, accompanied by the piano and many other instruments alike. She laughed as she forgot her princess ways and dashed down the steps. The people that noticed her, smiled and bowed as she was looking for familiar faces. She saw the main officers of the palace walking and talking about. She would stop here and there, and would greet them with a curtsy. br
After a few minutes, she saw up ahead a few girls. She yelled out. she laughed as she ran up to her, seeing the other girl dressed up in a long white dress, like Queen moon would usually wear.br
she said, smiling and waving her hand. The run ran towards each other in a hug. How are you? she asked.br
I'm good. She stepped back and twirled around in her dress. what do you think? she asked her, smiling kindly to the other girl.br
Chibi-Usa clapped her hands and laughed, a bright smile on her face. You look beautiful! she too, twirled around. How about me? she asked her.br
Leena said in a giggle.br
Chibi-Usa smiled and nodded. The two began to talk like little children normally do. Laughing and smiling, running about from group to group, showing off their gowns.br
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Rei entered the ballroom quietly. She never liked it when people announced her formally. Quietly she walked among the people. From the corner of her eyes, she could see a man. A shiver ran down her spine as she thought to herself. ::Jarkon..:: she thought. Queen Rei continued to walk by as the man in the shadows pushed himself away from the pillar he was leaning up against. Slowly and calmly he caught up with the raven haired woman. Hello, Queen Mars, he spoke darkly, grabbing her by to arm to stop he hastened path. br
Queen Rei stopped and bowed her head, closing her eyes for a moment. Then, she opened then and turned to him. Good evening, Jarkon. she said, her eyes narrowing to him. br
He laughed a little bit. What a terrible face for the gentle Queen of Mars, don't you think? he asked quimsically. Taking a small sip of his red wine.br
Queen Rei continued her glare at him. It doesn't matter what you believe, Jarkon. What you want is not going to happen. And it never will. I refuse to have you be the King of Mars. I would rather die a thousand deaths than to be married to a cold hear--br
My Queen. he said shortly, stopping her words in mid-sentance. No matter what you say, my offer will stand. Remember, I control the imperial forces of not only mars, but Phobos and Deimos. I do not tolerate stubbornness. Besides, this Adime. He is a coward, wouldn't you rather have someone strong and brave leading your people? he asked wryly. But his words flowed from his mouth as if it was simple chatter. br
Queen Rei lowered her eyes. You threats are hollow, Jarkon. Don't tempt me to give you disbandment. With that, she continued walking among the other nobles and commoners. br
The man smiled as he stepped back into the shadows, leaning back up against the pillar. ::I will be King of this planet.:: Taking a sip of his wine he smiled. ::And then I will conquer the rest of these measly little planets as well. All in time.. all in time:: br
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Kyo followed Rei, but had wondered in a different direction, looking for his parents, the King and Queen of Lower Mars. After stopping and talking to a few of the nobles, he spotted his parents with the King and Queen of both Phobos and Deimos. He sighed as he thought to himself. ::The commoner's royalty..:: his mind even gave a scoffing nature to the thought. Never the less, he walked up to the small group and bowed. Mother. father. he said approvingly. br
The two turned and looked down at the small boy. Hello, my Son Hello my Child. the two said. The King of Lower Mars took a hold of the Boy's shoulder and introduced him two the other two couples. son, these are the King and Queen of both Phobos and Deimos. Your Majesties, this is our son, Kyo.br
Kyo looked at them with his dark eyes. They were dressed alike, their crowns designed with raven feathers. ::So common.:: he thought to himself. He wanted to shake his head but declined to. It's nice to meet you. he said smiling. ::why are my parents even talking to them?:: he thought to himself. He looked up at his mother.br
The Queen of Lower Mars saw the question in her son's eyes as she cleared her throat. Kyo, why don't you go look for your friends. I'm sure out adult chit-chat is nothing you really want to hear. she said it with such a kind manner, that Kyo shook his head quickly. Very well. he said. He bowed on last time to the small groups and dashed off in search for someone he remotely knew. br
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Get out of here! the cook yelled, waving his large ladle. he added, throwing a potato at the small boy who was dashing out. The small child's dishwater blond hair went into his eyes a little as he kept on running. Soon, he came to the side entrance to the main ballroom. He sighed and smiled a little, still breathing a little hard. Well at least I'm in the right room. This place is a lot larger than the Phobos Palace. he said, dusting off his shoulders. His soft blue eyes looked on at the people chatting as he slowly walked in. br
Few people moved aside for him, but he didn't mind. This was normal for him. But suddenly he felt the full impact of someone running into him. He stumbled back as he fell down, rubbing his head. Hey! Why don't you watch where you're going sometime! he accused the person, still not looking up at them.br
Leena looked down at the boy, turning a little red. she said, Chibi-Usa came running up. br
What's wrong, Leena? she asked the other girl. br
I ran into this poor boy. she pointed to the boy in the black tuxedo, with a small tint of blue. br
I'm not poor! he exclaimed, standing up. he brushed off his arms this time as he looked up at her, about to go full out on the girl. Who do you thi-- he stopped his words short as he saw the crown upon her head. He gasped back a little, immediately bowing on one knee. I'm sorry I...br
Leena looked at Chibi-Usa and then back at the boy. You what? she asked laughing a little. br
I didn't mean to run into you. he said softly.br
Chibi-Usa laughed. What are you talking about! It's Leena's fault! she teasingly stuck her tongue out at the girl. br
Leena said, sticking her tongue out at Chibi-Usa. The two looked at each other and laughed a little. But Chibi-USa still noticed the boy bowing. br
You can stand up now, you know. She said kindly. Her pink hair glimmering from the candlelight.br
The boy looked up and smiled a little. A small blush crossing his cheek, connecting at the bridge of his nose. Sorry I just. he stood up and clear his throat. I am Ash Kinoya. Princes Phobos. he said as best as he could.br
Leena fell silent, trying to hold her disgust. ::Oh.. one of them.:: she thought to herself. Well I am Leena A--br
Abashira. I know, you are the Princess of Mars, and that is Chibi-Usa. The Princess of the Moon. He bowed to Chibi-Usa. it's a pleasure to meet you. he saidbr
Chibi-Usa blushed a little bit. It's nice to meet you! She exclaimed, holding out her hand to him. br
Leena cleared her throat and took Chibi-Usa's hand before Ash could kiss it like a proper Prince would. She just looked at the girl and shook her head. Come on, Chibi-Usa! My Mom's going to be starting the dancing soon! I want to see who she wants me to dance with! she spoke excitedly. br
Chibi-Usa looked at Leena a little confused that back at Ash. She sighed and smiled to him. I guess we'll see you later then! And the two dashed off.br
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Ash sighed as he looked down at the ground. ::I know what they were thinking..:: and it's true. he said to himself. With that he began walking, in search for his own parents once again. br