I actually got a couple reviews for this thing, which surprised the hell outtta me. I've really only done the first two chapters, and when I started I was really sure where I was going with the whole thing. But since this thing has actually been acknowledged, I'll start working on it a little more. However, more consideration is given when one (meaning myself) is given more reviews.

So with that said, I'd like to thank Jennyroseangel and FluffieGirlie for reviewing. And now on with the show...

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Chapter two-Surprising Acquaintances

Endymion had never seen anyone like her before. He looked at the nymph as she quickly rose to her feet. Her hair shone gold and silver in the sun, her eyes a soft blue that glowed. Her beauty overwhelmed him.

He sat tall upon his horse. His hair was dark ebony that was tousled about his forehead. And his eyes. They were a deep blue, like the ocean. He was a man of true power.

"What are you doing here?" he frowned. That ruined his beauty. Serenity just frowned back at him and crossed her arms over her chest. "I was trying to get away from the castle and its authorities. I guess I can't always get what I want, now can I?" she said with spunk.

Endymion frowned again. "What were you doing so close to the edge? Don't you know it's dangerous?"

"Yes, I am aware of that. I am old enough to look after myself."

Endymion pondered something for a moment. Then he spoke, "Well, I have just been informed that the King and Prince have returned. If you are a recent guest at the castle, I'm sure you would like to meet them."

Serenity had excitement in her eyes. "They have returned?" she asked. The knight nodded his response. She smiled, "Well, I'm sure they would be looking for me then." She got up and started walking back to the castle.

Endymion just watched her walk back to the castle. He brightened up as he got a thought. "Excuse me," he said as he rode up to the maiden, "would you care for a ride back to the castle?"

Serenity looked back at the man's offered hand. She looked up to see his face. His eyes were sincere. Should I trust him? "Alright. Yes I would like a ride back to the castle." she reached out for his hand, and he pulled her up to sit in front of him sidesaddle. She turned her head to his and immediately tore away and looked down. Her face turned a healthy rose. She had only been inches away from his face, his eyes, his lips...Serenity finally glanced upward to his face. He just looked ahead to the castle, seeming unaffected by the close encounter. Serenity sighed with relief that he didn't notice her flutters. She looked toward the castle.

She's a shy one. He had noticed her flutters. I wonder who she is? The castle has been receiving so many guests and refugees escaping the clutches of the Negaverse. She could be anybody. He took a quick glance at her, so she wouldn't notice. She dresses too elegantly to be a peasant. He leaned forward into her hair and sniffed. She also smells too clean to be a peasant. He took another quick glance at her. She had her back to him, so all he saw was her hair. It looked so soft, and it was long. He had noticed that it reached all the way past her knees when she stood up. It must be hard to take care of.

They were entering the inner bailey now, and were heading towards the stable. She continued to sit in front of him, still quiet like a mouse. He noticed a young woman exit the stable. She quickly glanced up at them. He looked at the tall brunette with her emerald eyes and immediately noticed her as Lady Makoto. She had a broad smile on her face. "Hello there." she said.

"Hello." the knight answered back.

"Hello Makoto. Did you go for a ride?" Serenity asked. She didn't notice the young man's look of surprise at her, since her back was facing him.

"Yes, I did milady. I enjoyed it very much."

"I'm glad." the angel answered. He was very surprised. So she must be someone of importance to know the royal princess of the great Oak Lands.

Makoto continued on her way to the castle keep and they finally entered the stables. Endymion got off his stallion and turned to help the lady down. He put his hands on her waist and slowly let her slide off the horse. He looked down at her, she looked up at him.

She wasn't very tall, only standing up to about an inch below his shoulders. His hands remained on her waist. She seemed very fragile when he touched her. She had her hands resting on his arms. But she was quick to pull them back and twist out of his loose hold on her. She walked away a few steps, Then turned around, "Thank you for the ride." She once again turned around and went into the castle keep.

He had noticed it when she first stood up and walked towards him. She walked with grace, each step was very careful, but very sure. Her hair and body swayed in motion with her step. She stood tall and proud, which seemed to make her look bigger than she really was. But his images of her were broken when she escaped from his view.

He could finally breathe. She was beautiful, with her golden tresses and sky blue eyes. She was a fallen angel, lost in a cruel world, trying to make the people forget their troubles with her presence. If only he knew who she was. If only he could get to know her better.

The stable master came up to him to take his horse. "Welcome home your majesty."

"Thank you."

"I see you've met the young Lady from Moonlight Manor," the old man said pointing a finger where the girl had entered the Keep.

Endymion's face scrunched up in confusion. "The Lady from Moonlight Manor?"

"Yes. Lady Serenity. She's a beautiful woman, wouldn't you agree? Arrived here only 5 days ago, alone I might add. Her parents sent her off ahead. No word yet of the King or Queen yet, though."

Endymion continued looking at him with confusion. "That was Princess Serenity?"

"Aye your highness." he started leading the horse. "I'm sure your mother is expecting you, young prince. Better go see her."

Endymion nodded at this and went to search for his mother.

Serenity walked into the sitting room where she was told to go and meet the King and his son. Makoto came running up to her. She had an excited grin on his face.

"What do you think?"

Serenity glared at her with confusion.

"What do you think of the prince?"

Serenity shook her head. "I haven't seen the prince yet."

Now it was Makoto's turn to be confused. "What do you mean? You two came up to the stable together on the horse only a few minutes ago. Don't you remember?"

Serenity's eyes widened. "You mean, that was the prince?"

"Yes you silly! So what did you think?"

Serenity didn't answer. She was too busy thinking about who he really was. The prince? He's the prince? He's the prince, and I didn't even know it?

She heard someone walking down the hall, and abruptly stop. She turned around. He was standing right there. She walked up to him in shock. He had the exact same expression as she.

"You're Prince Endymion?"

"You're Princess Serenity?"

The Queen just happened to come into the room from the other side and clapped her hands in delight. "Well now, I see the two betrothed have finally met."

Eyes, every single pair in the room, looked at her with questionable surprise.

"What?!" two surprised voices ran out.