Annabella's Song

Annabella saw two of the loveliest people she ever saw. {A.N. Using 'loveliest' in an old, traditional form would be the same as gorgeous or fair.} They were a tall man with jet black hair and a shorter woman with huge brown curls. They stood cloaked in darkness, holding hands with the smiles of foolish love.

The man opened his mouth to speak. "I," "and my wife-of-heart, church, and state," "declare you, Annabella, to be our one true daughter. For you, Annabella, were born of our mind, spirit, love, and flesh. You are heir to our talents and riches. Know that you are not no-name orphan but beloved child of this humble family."

As Annabella thought she could them, Annabella woke up. Annabella described to her hawks who seemed to understand.

"But those two have been gone since Keladry was a squire. The only way to positively identify them is by the painting for the wedding they never had. Ahh, it was such sweet dream! I would adore if it were true."

The most miraculous thing happened after this comment. The two birds looked at each other and shared what could only be known as a grin.

A.N. Okay! Do ya have a clue as to who Annabella's Mom and Dad are? I know that this paragraph is short, but I don't even want to spoil how pure this chapter is. Ohh, I just realized how much of a plot thickener this chapter is!!