The Choice of Katrina
Chapter Two: They Escaped
Disclaimer: Lets see...that characters I own are Her Royal Highness Katrina Elizabeth Lemone Saler, George, The Duke Phillip, The king and Queen (in this story in anyway), and all of the maids and stuff that doesn't sound familiar to you.
Comments: This chapter will be rather short.
"You would do that for me?" Katrina asked.
"Of course." George replied, smiling. "Come on, through the servants door."
George led Katrina through a small door underneath a table. Inside, there was a tight passageway and Katrina had to be careful about picking up her dress to avoid getting it dirty. George led her around a sharp corner until they finally saw the light from the moon.
"This way. Here, I'll lift you up." George said. The small window that led outside. George took her by the waist and lifted her up. Katrina opened the window and climbed out. There were no guards in sight. George climbed out behind her and led her across the lawn and to the front gates.
"Now, Your Highness, where is it that you're going?" George asked.
"I'm going to the port where the ships come in. I saw a ship that I need to get to before anyone gets off." Katrina replied.
"You can't go alone. There are guards everywhere. You're sure to get caught. I know how to get you there without being anywhere near them." George said. He took her by the hand, then realizing what he was doing, quickly dropped it and gave her a look to follow him. He led her down a dark alley and through a door into a cozy old tavern. George led her to the front where the owner was standing. George opened another door that led into a tunnel. This tunnel was a lot bigger than the tunnel they had taken to get out of the palace and they walked until they reached the light and the smell of the ocean.
"There's your dock. Might I lead you there?" George said.
"Yes," Katrina replied. "And thank you."
George led her through the grass and the darkened trees to get to the shore. Without warning, George and Katrina were grabbed from behind and before she knew it, Katrina was unconscious.