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Here is chapter 3, enjoy!
Many different thoughts were going through Clarisse's mind as she looked out the window at the clouds. She thought mostly about the Ball. Mia announcing she would be princess, dancing with Joe, and then later being with him on the balcony. She looked down at her ring. It really was quite stunning. She wondered how he could afford it. She knew how much he got paid, and knew he must have saved up a lot for a long tome because of the beauty of it. Her thoughts were interrupted by the pilot, "We will be landing in five minutes."
Clarisse got situated and was happy to be back in Genovia. "Your Majesty, Charlotte is waiting for you outside." "Thank you."
The airline attendants came to take her suitcases to her limo.
"Charlotte, hello."
"Hello Your Majesty. How was your flight?" Charlotte couldn't stop smiling.
"Oh, it was fine, thank you. Charlotte, why are you looking at me like that?"
"Oh, what? Nothing, I just zoned out for a second."
"Charlotte, like I have said before, you aren't very good at lying. Oh well I'm tired, so you're off the hook for the moment." The two women smiled and got in the limo. The ride was silent until Charlotte spoke.
"Your Majesty. You have nothing scheduled for the rest of the day."
"Oh that's good, I'm very tired," the Queen paused before continuing, "Charlotte what is with that look you are giving me?"
"Oh look we're here. Have a nice afternoon Madame."
And with that Charlotte got out of the limo with a shocked queen still inside. Charlotte felt bad for leaving her queen like that but she wanted her to be completely surprised with Joe's plan. Clarisse got out of the car and saw Charlotte coming back outside of the palace standing in the doorway waiting for her.
At this point Clarisse was completely confused. She walked up to Charlotte about to ask what was going on when Charlotte handed her an envelope. Charlotte left again and Clarisse opened what was in her hand. It was addressed simply 'Clarisse'. Inside was a note,
Darling, I hope your flight went well. I suppose you are a little hungry. Why don't you get some of your favorite cookies from the cookie jar? Love, Joseph.
Although still confused, she had a smile on her face. She walked toward the kitchen not feeling quite so tired anymore, but curios and excited. No one was in the kitchen. She headed to the counter with the cookie jar and opened it up. There were the cookies and another note addressed to her. She ate the cookies and read the note.
Darling, I know these are your favorite cookies. Hope you enjoy them. Now that you are home you should get some rest. And don't forget to take off your jewelry in the bathroom. Your love, Joseph.
She now did not want to admit that she was tired but it was getting harder by the minute. She wandered upstairs to her room. She went straight for the bathroom as instructed. On the mirror there was another note addressed to her. She finished getting ready for bed and then read the note.
Darling, I wish I could be there with you. Knowing you, it's probably late. Now get into bed. I love you. Love, Joseph.
She headed to her bedroom. On her pillow was once again another note. It was short and sweet.
My Love, sweet dreams and know that I'll be dreaming of you. Love, Joseph.
Clarisse smiled and fell into a peaceful slumber.
Charlotte was getting ready for bed and finally decided to read the note that Joe had left for her.
Charlotte, thank you so much for your hard work with putting the notes in their spots. I know it's not your job. And I really appreciate it. And thank you for keeping the Queen and my relationship a secret. Joe. Then she fell asleep.
Joe was doing what his note said he was going to do. He was dreaming of when he proposed to Clarisse. The next morning Charlotte snuck into Clarisse's suite and placed a note on her vanity. She exited and went off to do what she needed to do for the rest of the day.
Clarisse woke up and noticed a note on her vanity. Smiling knowing it was from Joe. She rushed over to it, anxious to read it.
Good morning my dear. I hope you slept well. Make sure to dress comfortable today. Then go tell Charlotte you are ready to meet Elizabeth. I love you, Joseph.
Clarisse headed downstairs after she finished getting ready in her comfortable clothes. Charlotte was waiting for her near the door.
"Good morning Your Majesty," she said with a smile.
The Queen greeted her back, "good morning Charlotte."
Charlotte handed Clarisse a letter that was addressed to her. "This is the final note for you Your Majesty."
"Oh thank you. Wait, you mean you were the one putting all the notes everywhere?"
"Yes, Joe asked if I could help. And I promised him that I would keep your secret."
"Thank you Charlotte. For everything." Clarisse opened her final note.
Darling, I hope you have a wonderful day today. Hope you don't mind, but I told Charlotte about us, for she is the one who has hidden all the notes for me. But I had her promise to keep it a secret. Now, go with Charlotte and have a wonderful day. I love you. Forever Yours, Joseph.
"Oh, Joseph," the Queen said in a love whisper. "Okay Charlotte, I am to go with you to meet Elizabeth?"
"Yes ma'am. Follow me." Charlotte then led Clarisse outside.
"Oh, Charlotte?"
"Yes?"
"Who is Elizabeth?" Charlotte smiled. "Joe wants it to be a surprise, so I cannot tell you who she is. I'm sorry."
Clarisse was about to protest when Charlotte spoke again. "Your Majesty, if you will wait here, I'll go get Elizabeth."
And with that she left Clarisse standing there next to the backyard wall. Clarisse stood there looking at the morning sky. She didn't hear Charlotte return behind her.
"Your Majesty, I would like you to meet Elizabeth." Clarisse turned around and was startled slightly to see Charlotte standing next to a beautiful, full-bred, dark honey brown Mustang horse.
"Oh my word. This is Elizabeth? She's absolutely gorgeous!" Clarisse was at a loss for words after that.
"So you like your present from Joe I'm guessing?" Charlotte said while smiling the entire time. Clarisse just nodded and then went over to Elizabeth and began stroking her neck.
Charlotte spoke again. "Ma'am I had your schedule cleared until this afternoon so you can spend all morning riding if you'd like. Joe made sure of it."
"Thank you Charlotte," finding her voice again. "I think I will do that."
"Wonderful. Well I'm sorry but I must get back to my duties, do you need anything before I go?"
"No I'm fine, thank you." Charlotte turned to leave but Clarisse spoke again. "Oh, Charlotte?" Charlotte turned around to face her. "Is there anyway you can set up a time for me to make a call the California?"
"I'll set it up as soon I get back inside, and when you return, everything will be set."
"Thank you Charlotte."
Charlotte left and Clarisse led Elizabeth to the stables to suit her up for riding. As she mounted the horse she kept thinking of Joe. She wondered how he could have done all this. She couldn't wait to talk to him, tell him how much she loved him, and thank him for everything.
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