A/N okay, I am stuck in a complete rut! I need a muse.. hmm, okay this story isn't my favourite, but, it'll do I'll finish it, and ya, I'll finish it. I hope. PLEASE REVIEW FOR THE LOVE OF GOD!!! ** runs off screaming**

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Branwen and Eachann were resting after practice, Branwen's braid was dripping with sweat and beginning to curl slightly, and Eachann was panting, they had both had rigorous training and had just completed a mock duel.

"I think we should get going to the banquet, or father will be upset."

"Ya I guess so"

"Yup. We're walking down the hall towards my room. I've entered my room and gotten changed, my hair's been done, I'm waiting for you."

"I'm outside in a tunic and breeches"

"We enter the hall..." Branwen started, but fell asleep, Eachann let out a small laugh before also falling asleep.

An hour later the two sprang up from their slumber, Eira was there with another servant, who's shoulders were shaking with laughter.

"You'd best get dressed, both of you, the delegation from Tortall just arrived, they want to meet you." Eira said before leaving with the other servant. Branwen and Eachann looked up sheepishly. The two quickly sped to their rooms where Branwen put on a dress and brushed her hair out. Eachann was waiting for her outside. The two raced down the hall to the greeting hall of the castle, the delegation of Tortall was there along with an extremely handsome man. He was introduced as Prince Jasson. He had black hair and light blue eyes, they reflected everything. Branwen's breath left her throat, she curstsied low.

They must really want this to work if they brought the crown prince! She thought to herself.

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After dinner Branwen crept to Eachann's chamber, she knocked hard on the door.

"Are you asleep?"

"Yes."

"Oh, well wake up."

"I'm asleep though, go away Branwen."

"Open the door or I'll open it myself Eachann!"

"Go a-" He was cut off by Branwen bursting the door open with her magic. She ran over grabbed him by the arm and dragged him outside.

"Branwen! I'm going to kill you! I am going to wring your little neck!"

"Oh be quiet you big baby! Teach me how to dance! I need to impress Jasson!"

"Now? It must be 3 in the morning!" He was standing up now. Branwen was tickled to see that he slept in a loincloth.

"Yes now! Don't make me order you mister!"

"Fine. Let me get dressed. What are you wearing?"

"My nightgown, it'll do for a dress." She turned. "Oh, meet me in the ballroom." She pranced off.

"This doesn't mean you're off the hook!" He whispered down to her. She only turned and stuck out her tongue. When he entered the room again he was shocked to see a raven sitting on his bed post.

"Don't look so surprised, I'm Madoc, I'm her guardian bird. The introductions are over, so listen to me CAREFULLY. Do Not Let Her Leave The Ballroom. Do you understand, she must not leave. Until you know it is morning. She can not leave, if you let her you will be forever damned."

"Wow, that was put lightly."

"Don't talk back, now dress yourself and go." The bird took flight out his window.

"Okay....."

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A/n Chapter three all done. For the next chapter read it while listening to "Your Song Instrumental" It's really good and will help you understand.

Akaara