Thank you everyone who has commented on my story. I hope everyone is enjoying it. And, now, without further ado here's the newest chapter. Hope ya'll like it.

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"And this one talks about how humans are a myth," Edmund told Riley as he handed her a green, leather bound book. It had been three days since Riley had that talk with Peter, and she had avoided him after that. Not out of anger, but embarrassment. Riley had woken up that day and decided to head to the Library. Coincidentally, Edmund was there. So, all morning long Edmund had gone over all of his favorite books.

"Oh my, there certainly are some strange books in here," Riley replied. She had a light British accent that she had developed the day before. Edmund laughed a little. They walked through stacks of books. Riley had picked out ten books she wanted to read, and Edmund ended up carrying them.

"So, you ready to tell me what went on between you and Peter?" Edmund asked.

"Emotions were running high and I said some things that I would have liked to keep hidden," Riley told him.

"You told him you had feelings for him, didn't you?" Edmund asked. Riley couldn't believe Edmund knew.

"Yes."

"Wow, so, are you two together now?" Edmund asked.

"No, if you haven't noticed, I've been avoiding him. And I'd like it if we'd get off this topic," Riley replied.

"Understandable. What do you want to talk about?"

"You."

"Me?"

"Yeah. We really haven't spoken since that day," Riley told him. Edmund knew which day she was referring to. It was the day when they were shot at and Edmund confronted the archer. When Susan and Lucy had found him, he wouldn't say anything thing to them, and he had been distant ever since then.

"I know. I just didn't want to talk about it." Edmund responded.

"Ed, we're all worried about you. Lucy was almost in tears the other day. What happened?"

"That man just got to me. I was hit in the arm by him and he almost got you. And then his comment about Aslan set me off," Edmund said. Riley stopped walking and looked at him.

"You know, when us three girls were listening, you really sounded like a king," Riley admitted. Edmund looked stunned. He hadn't really thought about the way he sounded when talking to that soldier.

"I was just really angry. I wasn't trying to be a king," Ed told her.

"But, you are a king. Why shouldn't you act like that?"

"Because, I'm just meant to be at Peter's side, and only say or do something when asked," Edmund said.

"That's ridiculous. You're a king, so you have to act like one."

"Maybe you're right," Ed replied. "Riley, can I ask you something?"

"Ask away."

"Why do you like Peter?" Edmund asked. Riley sighed. Great, they were back to that subject. Riley looked at Edmund and saw a hint of pain in his eyes.

"To tell you the truth, I don't know why. He's stubborn, acts like he's always right. But at the same time he can be so sweet and kind. I've never liked anyone like him in my life. Why?" Riley answered. Edmund rubbed the back of his neck and stared at his feet.

"No reason," he finally said. He set the books in his hands on a shelf and walked out of the library. Riley just stood there, confused. Finally, she left the library and headed for her room. She decided to go in a different, longer, direction. She passed by a few workers and kindly greeted them. Riley passed by Peter's room and stopped. She noticed his door was open so she quietly peered inside. She hadn't really observed the room when she was in it last, but she finally took in the sight of it. The bed posts were made from redwood and the coverings were white with gold embroidered designs. The room was decorated with an assortment of items that ranged from gold to marble. Riley looked out to the balcony where she found Peter. He was leaning on the edge of the balcony looking out at the sea. Riley turned and began to leave but was caught.

"Riley?" Peter asked. Riley turned and looked at Peter who was walking back into his room.

"Hi, I was just walking to my room," Riley told him. He walked up to her and peered down the hall and then at Riley.

"I think you're going the wrong way," Peter said.

"Uh, no. Actually, I'm taking a different route. It's longer, but it works better when thinking," Riley told him.

"What are you thinking about?" Peter asked.

"Nothing important."

"Okay. Well, I'm glad you stopped by. I wanted to ask you something," Peter told her.

"Great, just what I need. More questions," Riley mumbled. Peter gave her a confused look. "Oh, never mind. What's the question?"

"How would you feel about taking a trip to Archenland?" Peter asked. This time it was Riley with the confused look.

"Um, isn't that where that soldier came from?" Riley replied. Peter nodded. "Why would we want to go there?"

"I think it's the best way to find out who is threatening us. All five of us will go, with many guards. But, I want you and I to go ahead of everyone else."

"Why?"

"That way I could have time to talk to the King myself. And, I want you to come along, because I just feel that I need to keep an eye on you." Peter explained.

"Peter, I don't want to be a distraction."

"You won't be. Riley, I just need you to be near me. These past three days have been killing me because I haven't spoken to you."

"I know. It's been hard on me too. But Peter, I just feel ashamed of what I said." Riley admitted.

"Why? Riley, I'm happy that you told me those things. Before that night, I couldn't read you at all. It frustrated me so much, because I wanted you and I had no clue whether you did too or you thought I was a complete jerk." Peter told her. Riley sighed and stepped closer to him. They were a foot away from each other. Riley saw Peter tense up so she moved closer. They were now a couple inches apart. Riley looked up into his eyes.

"Do you want to know the truth?" Riley asked him. "What?"

"I'm still waiting for that kiss," Riley said. Peter smiled and leaned in. After what felt like an eternity, their lips met. Riley felt electricity surge through her body. Butterflies danced in her stomach as Peter wrapped his arms around her waist, pulling her closer to him. Riley snaked her arms around his neck and deepened the kiss. Never, in all her life, and she felt that way before. Everything was perfect.

After a minute, they finally parted. Peter and Riley were still holding onto each other. Peter stared at Riley and smiled. Riley couldn't help but smile back.

"Well, I think that answers a lot." Riley asked in a daze. Peter chuckled at looked into her eyes. It all fit, and they both knew it. Another couple minutes went by before they decided to let go of each other.

"So, when do leave for Archenland?" Riley asked. Peter looked down the hall and saw Orieus coming. Riley tuned and saw him too, then she turned back to Peter. He gave her a weak smile.

"Right now."

Sorry this chapter was so short. I'm having serious writers block. I promise the next chapter will be longer.