Nova's POV

I woke up screaming and with a strong feeling of sadness and fear. ''Mom!' I screech. Just to realize that I'm still in my room. Sleeping, like I last remember doing. I take a deep breathe and calm myself down as I settle down. I stay sitting up as I softly and slowly hug myself with my arms. Ever since my mom passed away years ago, I cant stop having nightmares. All my nightmares have to do about my mother. And those horrible men that took her.

I wish things were like before. A happy family and a happy place I liked calling home. But after the incident, it was never the same again. My father. The man I cherished so much, became controlling and depressed. Me and him never spent time together anymore. He was always busy. He always controlled me and everyday made sure I was following every rule possible. I felt trapped and sad. I have no friends, and there is no fun in my life. Nothing to look forward to.

My father always says how grateful I should be to be taking up after my mother. But…. Maybe I don't want to. This life feels so lonely and sad. I want to live! And in this huge house, there is no living. Rule after rule. I'm surprised I haven't gone crazy yet.

Since I will be taking after my mother as the new queen. My father makes sure that I do everything perfectly. No mistakes.

But that also means that he wants me to marry someone with power. And someone who will take care of me. Not just that, but someone who knows how to rule, and most importantly, someone with a good name.

My father has been looking into many princes from nearby kingdoms and town. I hate knowing that my future is up to him and not to me. Its my future after all.

I've turned down every man my father has brought to me and I refuse to marry. My father claims that at my age, I should be looking into marriage already. I'll almost be 21 and when I do turn of age, it'll be my turn to rule. And my father expects me to be ready and with a powerful man by my side. But maybe that's not what I want.

With a sigh I slowly get out of bed and walk to my balcony doors. I open them up and step outside into my balcony. I lean on the railing and feel the chilly soft wind go through my fur. While closing my eyes and taking a smell of the night.

As I slowly open my eyes to look at the bright moon. I see a pair of moths flutter by me. I stare at the large white moths as they go crazy around the bright night and flutter away. I pout to myself.

''They look so free.'' I whisper to myself. With a small rub to my neck, I step back inside and go back to bed.

Morning

I wake to a loud knock on my door and I groan to myself.

''Nova! It's time to get up!'' I hear my nanny yell.

''I'm still tired….' I mumble to myself, with no way of Rose being able to listen. I hear her open the door and walk inside, she grabs ahold of my blanket.

''Now, you either get up on your own, or I pull this blanket right off of you!'' I groaned. I knew she would and she would probably do worse then that if I didn't listen.

''Fine…'' I say with a groan and slowly lift myself off the bed. I look up at Rosa and she shakes her head at me.

''Tsk. Tsk. You know you're suppose to be up early today.'' She says.

''I know nanna, I'm sorry. I just couldn't sleep last night.'' I say while looking down. She sits next to me and gives me a hug.

''Bad dreams again?''

I nod and she rubs my back. Rosa is like second mother to me. And ever since my mother passed away, well, she's been pretty much the only person I can trust. I glance at her. Now an older lady with her fur showing small glimpses of grey. I smile at her and she grabs my hands.

''Time to get ready dear, you know how upset your father will be if you're not ready in time for William to show.'' I roll my eyes.

''I don't want to see him.'' I stand up and face the wall. Almost like a bratty teenager. But I cant help it. William is The prince William. From the town over, his father and mine are very good friends. I'm not surprised that when we hit age, they would want to get us eloped.

But why him? He was nothing but a cocky showoff and I couldn't stand being around him. He is seriously not someone I would want to marry.

I step into my bathroom to take a warm shower. As I scrub my body I can't help but let my mind wander.

What is life outside these walls? My father has been so overprotective, that he wont let me leave the house, unless its with him. But I'm not allowed to go into town and much less to look around and explore. He says its dangerous and hates when I protest. But I wish I was able to find adventure, something to look forward to. Some excitement-

''Nova! Come on! You're going to be late!'' I hear my Nanny yell from my bedroom. I snapped out of my thoughts. I turn off the water and begin to dry my fur with my towel. Wrapping the towel around me, I step out into the bedroom, only to see my Nanna had already laid out some clothes for me.

''Come downstairs when you're ready dear, don't keep your father waiting.'' She smiles at me and leaves. I look at the clothes laid out onto my bed for me. A white black skirt and a white blouse that showed my shoulders. I tucked my shirt in and proceeded to put on my brown corset, defining my nice body shape and lifting my breasts. Not showing them too much.

With a deep breathe, I start heading downstairs.

When I reach the top of the stairs, I look down to spot my father's back facing me. He was speaking to someone. As I start heading downstairs, I start to see who he's speaking to. William's father, with William standing right next to him. William was a broad black monkey with white eyes, and he stood tall and proud. A little too proud sometimes.

William spots me and a smile shoots up his face.

''Princess Nova!'' He exclaims. Causing my father to turn around and notice me.

''You're looking as ravishing as ever.'' He says with a smile as he grabs my hand, and places a kiss on it. I smile him.

''Thank you,-'' I look towards my father who shoots me a look. I look back at William,

''-I could say the same.. About you.'' I say with a forced smile. William smiles at me.

''Aren't they just perfect!'' Says William father, his name is Enzo. My father chuckles and nods.

''I agree. How about we all go towards the dining room for some brunch, I'm sure after your trip, you must be hungry.''

Enzo nods and we all head towards the dining room. We sit and I cant help but be bored right away. They talk and my mind continues to wander off.

''Isn't that right Nova''

I jump a little and realize my father is the one talking to me.

''U-uhm, Yea?'' I say with a shy smile. Enzo chuckles.

''Nova seems to be awfully distracted this morning.''

An excuse then comes to mind.

''Y-yea, its just that, I'm feeling a little sick, uhm- can I please be excused?'' I say with a groan.

''Are you feeling alright Nova?'' Says William with a worried look. I brush him off.

''Yes, I just think I need to lie down, excuse me.''

''Let me help you-'' Says William as we both stand up at the same time, suddenly knocking over the glass of water on my chest.

I groan.

''Oh Nova.'' Says my father with disappointment.

''I'm sorry Nova! That was my fault'' exclaims William. It was.

''Its okay, accidents happen. Please excuse me.'' I say about to leave.

''Please, let William help you.'' Says my father. I look towards William who right away grabs my arm and helps me upstairs. I roll my eyes without anyone seeing and walk with him.

''Nova I'm sorry, you must think I'm clumsy.'' He says once we reach my bedroom door.

''Oh no! don't worry about it!'' I say shaking him off. I wanted to get away from him as soon as possible.

''Nova-'' he grabs my arm and I flinch hard, backing away.

''William please…'' I beg.

''Don't tell me that you still haven't let it go Nova.'' he says roughly. I turn my back towards him.

''You know our fathers wont accept anything else but our marriage. Start getting used to the idea.'' His words cut me sharply. I didn't like thinking about us being together. Me and William had a history. And it wasn't a good one. We actually dated once when we were younger. But it never led to anything good. He was controlling and abusive. My father never knew and the one time I tried to tell him, he brushed me aside and believed Williams story about me still being upset about my mothers death. My father thought I was having trauma and blamed my accusations about William, on that. I turn to face him with a glare.

''Don't touch me William. We may get married one day, but only because I'll be forced into it. Not for one second, should you think it because I care for you.'' I say in a harsh whisper. He chuckled and smirks at me.

''I don't need that. As long as you're by my side-'' He grabs my face with his hand, ''Its all I want'' He smirks and with a chuckle, he walks away. I glare at his back and walk into my room.

''That idiot…''

I kick the stuffed animal on my floor and sit on my bed. I don't want to marry that idiot. I don't want to be the next queen. Maybe I am ungrateful. I should feel lucky to be in the position that I am. But I cant help but feel trapped and with zero control of my life.

The next day

''Nova!.'' I hear my father call as he knocks on my door.

''Come in!'' I yell as I sit in my vanity mirror. My father walks in and I see him look at me through the mirror. There's some silence at first and with a sigh I decide to break it.

''Dad…. Can I please, take a walk in town- Even if its with a guard! Anything! Ju-''

''No! Absolutely not Nova.'' He says harshly.

''But why not? Dad I'm young! I want to make friends. Meet people, have fun-''

''Are you crazy? You don't need friends! Or fun. Nova, you're next in line for queen. No one wants a queen whos nothing but an irresponsible party animal or a disrespected women!''

I sigh and cross my arms.

''But dad I'm tired! I'm tired of being alone-''

''You have William! I don't need you wanting to go hook up with some random hooligan, just for some fun! You're almost 21, so I expect you to do the right thing and marry William. Do you know what that will do your name ? You'll be protected and respected! William is the ideal man for you.'' I roll my eyes and sit up to face him.

''Dad, I don't want to marry William.'' I say firmly. He scowls.

''Well you no longer have a say in it! I came here to tell you that William has finally asked for your hand and I have approved it. Tomorrow it will be announced to the entire town and everyone will know that you, will soon be married to prince William.''

I sit there in shock. There is no way I can go through with this.

''NO!-''

''I said you have no choice! If you don't marry William, then you can say goodbye to me and your life! I wont let my daughter become a nobody!'' I stared at my father. Would he really disown me like this? I look away.

''Leave.''

He clears his throat.

''Tomorrow it will be announced at noon, I expect you to be dressed in your finest dress and ready to announce your future.'' With that, he leaves.

I then break down into tears. I put my head down on my arms that rested on my vanity desk and softly sob. I cant believe what my father has just told me.

I jumped slightly when I feel someone place their hand on my shoulder. I look up to see my nanny.

''Nova, dear..'' She gives me a soft look and I quickly hug her. She hugs me back and I sob.

''I heard everything. I'm so sorry.'' She hugs me tighter and its all I want and need right now.

''I don't want this for my future nanna. What am I going to do..''

''SHHH, dear. It'll all be okay.'' She rubs my back and we break our hug.

''Having you with me, really makes things better Nanna. Thanks for always understanding me. But it looks like this time I no longer have a choice.'' I look down sadly and sit on my bed.

''I really wish I can change your fathers mind. But I know its useless. To him, William is some savior and the perfect husband for you.''

I nod sadly and sigh.

''You better get some sleep dear.'' I nod and she hugs me once more. ''Goodnight.'' I smile

''Goodnight Nanna.''

She walks out and I let myself fall on my bed. Looking up at the ceiling I wipe my remaining tears away. I cant go through with this. There is no way I'm going to be married off just because my dad thinks its best for me. I haven't lived my life.

I look towards the balcony.

I haven't lived the adventure I want to live,

I quickly stand up and head towards my closet. I search through my piles of clothes and hangers. 'Aha!'' I say as I find what I'm looking for. I put on my black pair of sweats and my black hoodie. I quickly lock my door and head towards my balcony. I have to take a glimpse of what I'm missing, at least for one night. I have to see what's beyond these walls. The streets I often stare at and hear people cheering and partying to their hearts content. I take one last look towards my door and close my balcony behind me.

I look down my balcony and gulp. I guess now's the time.

I grab onto my railing and slowly and carefully jump to the other side. I grab on tightly and take a deep breathe.

''Okay Nova, you got this.'' I whisper to myself. I step over towards the wall and grab onto the flower wall. I can surely climb down this,

With trembling legs, I place my foot on it. Than my other foot, and lastly my hand. I take a deep breathe and slowly start climbing down. I smile to myself, ''This isn't so hard'' I say. I reach the bottom and give myself a small giggle. I made it. I put my hoodie up and then run towards the large garden.

The garden is in the back of the house. If I want to climb out, this would be a perfect place to do it. I know there's more guards towards the front. And a least chance of running into one here. When I reach the back of the garden I reach the flower walls against the greenhouse. I look behind me and quickly begin climbing. Every step, trying to be quiet and making sure I don't break anything.

When I reach the top of the greenhouse, I carefully climb on top of it on all flours. I have to climb towards the other side of the greenhouse. Its against the wall and with a small jump, I can reach the top of the wall.

I slowly crawl over. I'm scared I'm going to break through this glass. But I'm so close.

''Nova just doesn't understand…'' I hear voices coming from behind me and when I turn around. I see my father and my Nanny walking into the garden. ''Oh no.'' I say.

I quickly reach the wall and climb on top of it. I look down and gulp. How am I suppose to get down. I look around and see my father getting closer. He hasn't noticed me yet but I'm sure if he gets any closer, it wont be a matter of time until he does. I then realize I have no other choice.

I close my eyes tightly and jump down, I land harshly on a large bush and open my eyes. With a small groan I shake my head. ''Guess I didn't think that far…'' I say with a sigh. I look towards my right and than towards my left. I smile. I did it! I laugh but quickly cover my mouth.

I see a guard coming down towards where I am. I quickly sprint towards the forest in front of me and start running. The more I run, the bigger my smile gets. I laugh to myself and soon, I reach the town. I stare at it. Being up close, it looks so much better. I look around.

I see businesses selling goods and a cute looking market, where goods are being sold. I see robot monkies of all colors walking around. I see children and adults, and horses! I smile and start walking towards everyone.