A/N I know what you're thinking... "Finally, another chapter of 'What Happens Next'!!!!"

Oh all right... probably not, but I hope you like it. Some people have been saying this is really fluffy, but hey¼that's my style and the point of the story is to tell "what happens next" in the lives and love of Mel and Vidanric.

Disclaimer: Nobody belongs to me. Everybody is free (to wear sunscreen that is). Sherwood Smith is the wonderful genius behind these characters.

What Happens Next? - Chapter Two - More Reactions

Bran and Nee took their leave and left the two of us alone for a time. Then, a slightly groggy Duke of Savona walked in. Again we were in a slightly compromising position. Savona looked from me to Vidanric and broke out in a wide smile. He came over to me and picked me up and spun me around. He then gave me a kiss on the cheek and set me down again. Savona clapped Vidanric on the back and said, "I knew you could do it. Congratulations and when is the wedding?" Vidanric and I laughed.

"Not for a long while yet," we replied simaultaneously.

He smiled again and said, "I can finally in sleep in peace knowing that you are finally together."

We all laughed again.

Savona left and I left Vidanric to his paperwork while I cleaned up some before dinner with the Prince and Princess.

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Vidanric and I arrived at dinner together. The Prince and Princess were very surprised by our arrival together.

"Hello, my dear Meliara. You look well," said Princess Elestra.

"Hello, Mother, Father. I have something I'd like to tell you," said Vindaric, looking as inscrutable as ever. I was blushing. "Meliara and I are going to be married."

The Princess was overjoyed, "That's wonderful, my dear."

She came over and kissed my cheek. Then she gave me a hug. "I'm glad for you to join our family."

Prince Alaerec hobbled over and did the same. We all smiled. I knew that I was going to be happy as part of this famliy. I knew that I would love the Prince and Princess as my own parents. It meant a lot to me to be gaining a mother since I lost mine so early on.

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Telling Bran and Nee, Savona, and the Prince and Princess was one thing, but telling the entire court was another. I felt especially sorry for Elenet. I knew that she loved Vidanric and that it would break her heart to find out that he did not love her back. I decided that I should tell Elenet myself, in private.

I did not know where Elenet resided, so I asked the servants. They told me how to find House Grumareth. I changed into an afternoon dress and walked slowly to House Grumareth. I dreaded what I had to tell her. What was I supposed to say? "I'm sorry, but Vidanric and I are getting married" or "I know you love Vidanric, but he and I are to be married". There was a growing sense of anxiety in my mind. More than ever I wented to turn and run, but I kept walking. Finally, I reached the house and knocked on the door. No one answered. I knocked again and waited. I heard footsteps.

"Yes? How may I help you?" asked the servant at the door.

"I'm looking for Lady Elenet. If she is busy I shall come back at another time." I started to turn away.

"Meliara." I turned back towards the door and saw Elenet standing there. "Come in, come in. Linet, please bring some tea," she said to the servant.

Slowly, I entered the house. Elenet led me to a parlor. It was quite a beautiful room. It was a pale pink and a light silver. She bade me to sit down. I sat.

"Elenet... I don't know how to say this." I couldn't meet her eyes. "You love Vidanric," I blurted out suddenly.

She blushed slightly, but did not reply.

"Look, you don't have to answer that because I know you do. This is really difficult for me to say to you. Vidanric and I...are going to be married. I really, truly love him. You're my friend and I don't wish to hurt you. If you're uncomfortable with my marrying Vidanric, I won't do it."

The silence stretched on for ages, in reality only a few moments. Elenet slowly met my gaze.

"You really love him?" she asked slowly.

"With all of my heart. He is a wonderful person." I replied.

"Then I wish the both of you congratulations and the best of luck in your marriage."

"Elenet, I won't tell him that you love him and that I came here unless you want me to," I said with a bit of relief.

"Please, don't. Keep this between us."

"As you wish," I said. "I should be going. I really am sorry."

"Don't worry about it. I'll be all right with some time."

"Thank you. I'm glad I have your blessing." I curtseyed and left.

A/N So ends another chapter. I hope you're lookin' forward to the next chapter. Review, please. Flame if you must.