Forbidden Feelings
(written by: jess)
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Disclaimer: I do not own the characters from Digimon, but I do own my story
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Chapter 2
"Oh my daaaarling princess! Tell mother how was the whole... arragement?" the Queen drawled in an exhilarated manner. Mimi groaned inwardly. "Come on! Mother will understand, my dear..." Princess Mimi didn't really have the mood to tell her mother what had taken place. It wasn't that exciting. "Mother.. please, I am very tired. Perhaps father will tell you, okay? I want to retire for the day," Mimi said. Her mother nodded though reluctantly and replied, "All right... go and have a good rest, honey!"
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As soon as Princess Mimi entered into her huge chamber, she ran towards a huge four-poster bed and flopped down. She remained in a lying position, simply staring up to nothing for quite a while when she heard Yuri's voice. "So, how was it?" Mimi immediately sat up properly. "Huh?" Yuri smiled, "I asked, 'How was it'?" "Oh. That..." Mimi answered, still blurred in her exhausted state of mind. "It was... It was fine."
"Really? I expected to hear much more than just that, you know?" Yuri said, as she placed the stack of newly washed garments into the chest drawers. "What do you want to know, Yuri?" Mimi asked. "Well.... like how do you find Prince Yamato? You know.. your fiance?" Princess Mimi jerked up almost immediately and stared blankly at Yuri as though she had grown an extra eye or mouth. "F-Fiance?" Mimi questioned the term Yuri had used to address Prince Yamato. "Yes. Of course! Your father had already signed the engagement paper. So, what's your impression of him?" Yuri said. "I-I'm not sure, Yuri. But I know that he is indeed very handsome..." Mimi unconsciously gave off a sigh, which Yuri take it that she's having an image of him in her mind. "H-His eyes... they're a sort of grayish-blue... no, more like cold blue eyes... they seem to bore right through me! His expressions, his voice, his gestures.. even his blonde hair, all of them are.. too perfect! I guess that's my impression of him." Just as Mimi ended, Yuri went over to Mimi with a huge smile plastered on her face.
"I see. It's a good thing that you have started to fall in love with your fiance." Yuri said as she helped to comb the princess's long hair. "Fall in love? I'm not too sure though..." Mimi confessed. Yuri answered, "You are not sure because you haven't yet experienced it. But I can tell that he has been on your mind since you saw him and that is a symptom of love. Now I think you should go to bed early, Princess. I'll see you tomorrow." With that, Yuri walked out of the chamber, leaving Mimi to wonder in awe about her words and soon fell into a deep sleep.
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In the castle of King Ishida, King Ishida and his son Prince Yamato sat in their study room for a discussion. "Father, I do not like this whole engagement idea," Prince Yamato told his father straight-forwardly. "Why?" the King asked. "Because I don't see a good reason behind it," Yamato replied. "Son, I have already explained the reason several times to you. Our kingdom is in need of King Tachikawa's help. King Tachikawa is extremely wealthy, and this shall benefit our kingdom greatly. And in return, he expects our army troops to protect his kingdom from the dominance of other kingdoms," said King Ishida. "Why can't we just attack them? Then we can get all their land and money." "That's where you are wrong. Though we have the capability because we have the best of the best arm forces, but we are finacially unstable. We can't even support our army with enough weapons," said the King.
"Fine. But what has my engagement has to do with that?" Prince Yamato asked. The King sighed. He knew his son was really a handful, always demanding a reasonable answer. He said, "The objective is to merge both our kingdoms together such that we will both prosper and become an undefeatable nation. To ensure our merger, King Tachikawa and I had decided on an arranged marriage between Princess Mimi and you. This will strengthen the bond of the two kingdoms, and once both of you become King and Queen, you will rule over the whole people." Prince Yamato nodded, but soon said, "But I do not love Princess Mimi, Father." That was what the King feared, for his son was not the type who will consider a love life. He answered, "Why? Princess Mimi is very intelligent, kind-hearted, well-mannered and no other princesses can out match her beauty. I do not understand why you will not accept her? But I am unwilling to listen to your explaination. I'm tired and I wish to have my rest. No matter whether you like it or not, son, it is not for you to choose." King Ishida left the room, leaving Prince Yamato's thoughts hanging in mid-air.
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It was a beautiful morning. The crimson rays of the sun poured through the windows, spilling light into the chamber. "Yuri! The light! It's blinding me!" Mimi whined as she shielded her eyes with her comforter. "Rise and shine, Princess! No time to lose. The King and Queen is expecting you at the breakfast table, so you should really start getting ready now, Mimi," Yuri said. Mimi forced herself out of her four-poster and went to wash up and get dressed. Yuri had picked for her a simple and elegant pastel pink gown with long sleeves for her.
Soon, Mimi was at the dinning table, where her parents were already awaiting her presence. "Good morning, Father, Mother. Yuri said you have something to discuss with me, right?" she asked. "Oh! Yes, yes. Of course, my darling!" her mother started, "It is rather important. But first, do have your breakfast while I talk to you about it." Mimi did as she was told and started eating. "What I wanted to say is... that after your first encounter with Prince Yamato, we have decided that both of you should get to know each other better and-" Mimi stopped her mother just then, saying, "Mother, please get straight to the point." "All right, dear. Today, Prince Yamato will be paying us a visit and I want the both of you to start to know each other!" the Queen answered. Mimi almost choked on her bread. "W-What? T-Today? O-Oh." Mimi replied rather in a stunt manner. "Why? Is there a problem?" King Tachikawa asked her daughter. "N-No. There isn't any problem, Father. I understand your plans very clearly. I'm finished with my breakfast, I shall take my leave now," Mimi said and walked away, accompanied by her handmaid, Yuri.
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[In the evening...]
"Prince Yamato! It's such a pleasure to see you!" King Tachikawa greeted the young man enthusiastically. Prince Yamato gave a nod and said, "It is my honour to come into your presence, King Tachikawa." "Oh! What a charming young man!!" the Queen shrieked in delight, "We must ask you to join us for dinner, Prince Yamato!" When the three entered the dining hall, Princess Mimi was already sitted there waiting silently. Sure enough, the pink gown she was wearing looked gorgeous on her just like the blue one did. The King and Queen settled down on their seats, and a butler escorted Prince Yamato to the seat right next to Mimi. Mimi couldn't help but shifted uncomfortably in her seat. The idea of being so close to her "fiance" is quite disturbing.
After dinner, everyone chatted for a while. Though Mimi was nervous being right next to Yamato, but she felt relieve each time Yamato shares his comments and views to the King. "Oh! Look at the time! I'm sorry, Prince Yamato, but the King and I have something private to discuss. Perhaps my daughter will show you to our beautiful garden! Right, my King?" Queen Tachikawa made that excuse to leave Mimi and the Prince for some time alone, at the same time pulling along King Tachikawa in the act. "Yes, yes! I have something to discuss with the Queen. You two shall go along now! Goodbye!" Very soon, the both of them exited, leaving Mimi and Yamato together.
"Erm... Prince Yamato, may I show you to our garden?" Mimi asked. The Prince simply nodded. Upon reaching the garden, the two charming royalties walked down the path together in silence. Then settled themselves on a bench. Mimi have no idea how she should start a conversation. The silence between them is getting more and more disturbing to her. Soon, she took in a breath and asked, "Isn't the moon and the stars beautiful?" But instead of returning a dialogue, Prince Yamato simply nodded. "I always like to come here when I need to clear something that's bothering my mind. My mother spent most of her time here taking care of these flowers and plants..." Princess Mimi continued, but stopped. She could sense that the Prince didn't want to know that. The Princess turned her head to look at the Prince. His eyes were fixed on the sky. 'Is he always this quiet? Or doesn't he wish to speak to me? He doesn't like me I guess..' thought Mimi. Just then, she heard someone cleared his throat. Yamato spoke, "I must apologise, but it's getting very late and I must start making my way back to my castle." "Yes, it is. I'm sorry I didn't realise that. I-I'll show you to the gate," Mimi quickly said.
Soon, they reached the gate. One of the servants had gotten his black horse for him. "Good night, and have a safe trip." Mimi said at once. Prince Yamato got onto his horse, and after giving the Princess one last nod to express his leave, he rode away into the night. Mimi stood there in silence. Being with him makes her feel all nervous, but once he is gone, she feels a void in her heart. 'I hope to see you again soon, my Prince' she said in her heart...
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"Oh! There you are, my dear!" Mimi was greeted with her mother's voice as soon as she walked back into her castle. Mimi simply gave a weak smile. "Where is Prince Yamato? Isn't he with you?" her mother asked. "I-It was getting late. He suggested he should leave," Mimi replied. "Oh! So early? It's okay. Well, I think you shall retire for today, honey. It's been a long day for you. Good night!" Mimi returned the good night to her mother and left.
In her chamber, Yuri was already there awaiting her. "How was the meeting, Princess?" Yuri asked. "It's fine. Please don't ask about it. I'm in no mood to answer." Mimi told her handmaid. "Alright. Do sleep well, Mimi!" Yuri said and left. Mimi changed into her night gown and rested herself on her bed. Still, she couldn't fall asleep because her mind seem to form images of Prince Yamato. He is so quiet, and his reply is always a nod. But there was something that disturbed her deeply. All the other princes that had met her were constantly praising her beauty and always trying to get her attention, but Prince Yamato was different. Never once had she heard him say that she's beautiful, not even a simple eye contact. 'He doesn't like me. He really doesn't like me...' Mimi started to cry and said out unconsciously, "Why is it that I've already given my heart to him, but yet I get nothing in return?" As the cool night breeze tried to dry up every single tear, the Princess cried herself to sleep, heartbroken...
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A/N: yup Chapter 2 is up! sorry i wasn't able to update at all cuz i didn't have any time plus my exams and all, but now i'm free! cuz my exams are over! hope u'll like this chapter. just a sneak-peek at the next chapter, the Princess will start to live in King Ishida's castle. With King Ishida leaving for a long-term business trip, there'll be only Princess Mimi and Prince Yamato in the castle. How will Yamato treat Mimi? this is where all the nice, (angsty) parts will be soon. just to prepare you. i'll ensure that you'll love this story as it goes further! so remember to R&R. even if u are lazy, i dun mind just a short note. R&R ^_^
(written by: jess)
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Disclaimer: I do not own the characters from Digimon, but I do own my story
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Chapter 2
"Oh my daaaarling princess! Tell mother how was the whole... arragement?" the Queen drawled in an exhilarated manner. Mimi groaned inwardly. "Come on! Mother will understand, my dear..." Princess Mimi didn't really have the mood to tell her mother what had taken place. It wasn't that exciting. "Mother.. please, I am very tired. Perhaps father will tell you, okay? I want to retire for the day," Mimi said. Her mother nodded though reluctantly and replied, "All right... go and have a good rest, honey!"
* * *
As soon as Princess Mimi entered into her huge chamber, she ran towards a huge four-poster bed and flopped down. She remained in a lying position, simply staring up to nothing for quite a while when she heard Yuri's voice. "So, how was it?" Mimi immediately sat up properly. "Huh?" Yuri smiled, "I asked, 'How was it'?" "Oh. That..." Mimi answered, still blurred in her exhausted state of mind. "It was... It was fine."
"Really? I expected to hear much more than just that, you know?" Yuri said, as she placed the stack of newly washed garments into the chest drawers. "What do you want to know, Yuri?" Mimi asked. "Well.... like how do you find Prince Yamato? You know.. your fiance?" Princess Mimi jerked up almost immediately and stared blankly at Yuri as though she had grown an extra eye or mouth. "F-Fiance?" Mimi questioned the term Yuri had used to address Prince Yamato. "Yes. Of course! Your father had already signed the engagement paper. So, what's your impression of him?" Yuri said. "I-I'm not sure, Yuri. But I know that he is indeed very handsome..." Mimi unconsciously gave off a sigh, which Yuri take it that she's having an image of him in her mind. "H-His eyes... they're a sort of grayish-blue... no, more like cold blue eyes... they seem to bore right through me! His expressions, his voice, his gestures.. even his blonde hair, all of them are.. too perfect! I guess that's my impression of him." Just as Mimi ended, Yuri went over to Mimi with a huge smile plastered on her face.
"I see. It's a good thing that you have started to fall in love with your fiance." Yuri said as she helped to comb the princess's long hair. "Fall in love? I'm not too sure though..." Mimi confessed. Yuri answered, "You are not sure because you haven't yet experienced it. But I can tell that he has been on your mind since you saw him and that is a symptom of love. Now I think you should go to bed early, Princess. I'll see you tomorrow." With that, Yuri walked out of the chamber, leaving Mimi to wonder in awe about her words and soon fell into a deep sleep.
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In the castle of King Ishida, King Ishida and his son Prince Yamato sat in their study room for a discussion. "Father, I do not like this whole engagement idea," Prince Yamato told his father straight-forwardly. "Why?" the King asked. "Because I don't see a good reason behind it," Yamato replied. "Son, I have already explained the reason several times to you. Our kingdom is in need of King Tachikawa's help. King Tachikawa is extremely wealthy, and this shall benefit our kingdom greatly. And in return, he expects our army troops to protect his kingdom from the dominance of other kingdoms," said King Ishida. "Why can't we just attack them? Then we can get all their land and money." "That's where you are wrong. Though we have the capability because we have the best of the best arm forces, but we are finacially unstable. We can't even support our army with enough weapons," said the King.
"Fine. But what has my engagement has to do with that?" Prince Yamato asked. The King sighed. He knew his son was really a handful, always demanding a reasonable answer. He said, "The objective is to merge both our kingdoms together such that we will both prosper and become an undefeatable nation. To ensure our merger, King Tachikawa and I had decided on an arranged marriage between Princess Mimi and you. This will strengthen the bond of the two kingdoms, and once both of you become King and Queen, you will rule over the whole people." Prince Yamato nodded, but soon said, "But I do not love Princess Mimi, Father." That was what the King feared, for his son was not the type who will consider a love life. He answered, "Why? Princess Mimi is very intelligent, kind-hearted, well-mannered and no other princesses can out match her beauty. I do not understand why you will not accept her? But I am unwilling to listen to your explaination. I'm tired and I wish to have my rest. No matter whether you like it or not, son, it is not for you to choose." King Ishida left the room, leaving Prince Yamato's thoughts hanging in mid-air.
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It was a beautiful morning. The crimson rays of the sun poured through the windows, spilling light into the chamber. "Yuri! The light! It's blinding me!" Mimi whined as she shielded her eyes with her comforter. "Rise and shine, Princess! No time to lose. The King and Queen is expecting you at the breakfast table, so you should really start getting ready now, Mimi," Yuri said. Mimi forced herself out of her four-poster and went to wash up and get dressed. Yuri had picked for her a simple and elegant pastel pink gown with long sleeves for her.
Soon, Mimi was at the dinning table, where her parents were already awaiting her presence. "Good morning, Father, Mother. Yuri said you have something to discuss with me, right?" she asked. "Oh! Yes, yes. Of course, my darling!" her mother started, "It is rather important. But first, do have your breakfast while I talk to you about it." Mimi did as she was told and started eating. "What I wanted to say is... that after your first encounter with Prince Yamato, we have decided that both of you should get to know each other better and-" Mimi stopped her mother just then, saying, "Mother, please get straight to the point." "All right, dear. Today, Prince Yamato will be paying us a visit and I want the both of you to start to know each other!" the Queen answered. Mimi almost choked on her bread. "W-What? T-Today? O-Oh." Mimi replied rather in a stunt manner. "Why? Is there a problem?" King Tachikawa asked her daughter. "N-No. There isn't any problem, Father. I understand your plans very clearly. I'm finished with my breakfast, I shall take my leave now," Mimi said and walked away, accompanied by her handmaid, Yuri.
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[In the evening...]
"Prince Yamato! It's such a pleasure to see you!" King Tachikawa greeted the young man enthusiastically. Prince Yamato gave a nod and said, "It is my honour to come into your presence, King Tachikawa." "Oh! What a charming young man!!" the Queen shrieked in delight, "We must ask you to join us for dinner, Prince Yamato!" When the three entered the dining hall, Princess Mimi was already sitted there waiting silently. Sure enough, the pink gown she was wearing looked gorgeous on her just like the blue one did. The King and Queen settled down on their seats, and a butler escorted Prince Yamato to the seat right next to Mimi. Mimi couldn't help but shifted uncomfortably in her seat. The idea of being so close to her "fiance" is quite disturbing.
After dinner, everyone chatted for a while. Though Mimi was nervous being right next to Yamato, but she felt relieve each time Yamato shares his comments and views to the King. "Oh! Look at the time! I'm sorry, Prince Yamato, but the King and I have something private to discuss. Perhaps my daughter will show you to our beautiful garden! Right, my King?" Queen Tachikawa made that excuse to leave Mimi and the Prince for some time alone, at the same time pulling along King Tachikawa in the act. "Yes, yes! I have something to discuss with the Queen. You two shall go along now! Goodbye!" Very soon, the both of them exited, leaving Mimi and Yamato together.
"Erm... Prince Yamato, may I show you to our garden?" Mimi asked. The Prince simply nodded. Upon reaching the garden, the two charming royalties walked down the path together in silence. Then settled themselves on a bench. Mimi have no idea how she should start a conversation. The silence between them is getting more and more disturbing to her. Soon, she took in a breath and asked, "Isn't the moon and the stars beautiful?" But instead of returning a dialogue, Prince Yamato simply nodded. "I always like to come here when I need to clear something that's bothering my mind. My mother spent most of her time here taking care of these flowers and plants..." Princess Mimi continued, but stopped. She could sense that the Prince didn't want to know that. The Princess turned her head to look at the Prince. His eyes were fixed on the sky. 'Is he always this quiet? Or doesn't he wish to speak to me? He doesn't like me I guess..' thought Mimi. Just then, she heard someone cleared his throat. Yamato spoke, "I must apologise, but it's getting very late and I must start making my way back to my castle." "Yes, it is. I'm sorry I didn't realise that. I-I'll show you to the gate," Mimi quickly said.
Soon, they reached the gate. One of the servants had gotten his black horse for him. "Good night, and have a safe trip." Mimi said at once. Prince Yamato got onto his horse, and after giving the Princess one last nod to express his leave, he rode away into the night. Mimi stood there in silence. Being with him makes her feel all nervous, but once he is gone, she feels a void in her heart. 'I hope to see you again soon, my Prince' she said in her heart...
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"Oh! There you are, my dear!" Mimi was greeted with her mother's voice as soon as she walked back into her castle. Mimi simply gave a weak smile. "Where is Prince Yamato? Isn't he with you?" her mother asked. "I-It was getting late. He suggested he should leave," Mimi replied. "Oh! So early? It's okay. Well, I think you shall retire for today, honey. It's been a long day for you. Good night!" Mimi returned the good night to her mother and left.
In her chamber, Yuri was already there awaiting her. "How was the meeting, Princess?" Yuri asked. "It's fine. Please don't ask about it. I'm in no mood to answer." Mimi told her handmaid. "Alright. Do sleep well, Mimi!" Yuri said and left. Mimi changed into her night gown and rested herself on her bed. Still, she couldn't fall asleep because her mind seem to form images of Prince Yamato. He is so quiet, and his reply is always a nod. But there was something that disturbed her deeply. All the other princes that had met her were constantly praising her beauty and always trying to get her attention, but Prince Yamato was different. Never once had she heard him say that she's beautiful, not even a simple eye contact. 'He doesn't like me. He really doesn't like me...' Mimi started to cry and said out unconsciously, "Why is it that I've already given my heart to him, but yet I get nothing in return?" As the cool night breeze tried to dry up every single tear, the Princess cried herself to sleep, heartbroken...
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A/N: yup Chapter 2 is up! sorry i wasn't able to update at all cuz i didn't have any time plus my exams and all, but now i'm free! cuz my exams are over! hope u'll like this chapter. just a sneak-peek at the next chapter, the Princess will start to live in King Ishida's castle. With King Ishida leaving for a long-term business trip, there'll be only Princess Mimi and Prince Yamato in the castle. How will Yamato treat Mimi? this is where all the nice, (angsty) parts will be soon. just to prepare you. i'll ensure that you'll love this story as it goes further! so remember to R&R. even if u are lazy, i dun mind just a short note. R&R ^_^