Chapter 2

Some people call beauty the way someone looks, but it goes it beyond that. I only know that now. How they treat another person, how they carry themselves, how their voice sounds, I only know this because of Jezebel Grey. And I can honestly say she is the most beautiful person in the world. And I am one of the ugliest. Ive killed people, without a second thought. I can not say I am ashamed of this. It has made me who I am, a bitter, dangerous, and evil man. But whatever, Im proud.

BASTA! Jezebel screamed making me jerk back to reality. WHAT DO YOU WANT YOU DIRTY LITTLE SKANK? I growled. Then regretted it.

Are we there yet? She smiled looking so fragile. I shook my head, shrugged, and turned on the radio. I love this song! Jezebel said enthusiastically. Umm Do you mind if I sing along?

I gave her a smirk. Only if you suck. She shrugged.

I remember years ago Someone told me I should take Caution when it comes to love I did, I did And you were strong and I was not My illusion, my mistake I was careless, I forgot I did And now when all is done There is nothing to say You have gone and so effortlessly You have won You can go ahead tell them... she had a powerful and amazing voice.

Tell them all I know now Shout it from the roof top Write it on the sky love All we had is gone now Tell them I was happy And my heart is broken All my scars are open Tell them what I hoped would be Impossible, impossible Impossible, impossible. A grinned appeared on her smooth face.

Your a good singer. I muttered looking at the road which was turning to gravel quickly. She just waved off the compliment and looked around outside. It was dark now but curiosity gets the best of all of use sometimes. We pulled into the parking lot and I watched as Jezebels burgundy gown floated to the ground. Moonlight shone on her pale skin, she looked ghostly.

Don't look at me like that Basta. She grunted uncomfortably I just shrugged. You look like a vampire. I reached for my charms. Don't worry Jezebel is not a vampire. She yawned and leaned on the car, I shook my head and picked her up and started carrying her into the village.

She dozed off, slightly. Heads turned and looked, Cockerell limped over and grinned. Like em young, eh Basta? he laughed. I frowned and whispered If it were not for the girl, my knife would be on your greasy skin.

Basta put me down now. Jezebel mumbled waking. Cockerell and many other men eyed her up, I shifted defensively. You must be Cockerell. She smiled, he reached for her waist but she just pulled out her knife and had it to him. I know how you got your name you fool. Im not stupid, Cock-er-ell. And let me tell you this, I'm not interested.

He nodded. Quick to draw a knife, let me see who else has that trait? Basta Do you have an ideas? Everyone snicker including Jezebel.

And I walked next to Jezebel glaring; just to say hands off to any others. We stalked to Capricorns house. Knock, knock, and knock. Finally Mortola came to the door scowling, Basta! Do you have any idea what time it is? Capricorn is in bed, and I do think you should wait until tomorrow for whatever reason you need him at this hou-eeer! She stopped and looked at me, then back to Jezebel and gave a look of disbelief, the girl? Shes, in my opinion, too almost young for you

I coughed. Thats why Im here to see Capricorn, he sent me on a mission, and I came back with the prize. She just nodded frowning and led us around, finally unlocked the door to his bedroom. We all stood there for a good minute. Jezebel, being the sensible one, knocked. Enter.

He sat there in his chair in front of the fireplace gazing into the flames. He really is albino! she whispered excitedly into my ear. A chuckle escaped, and Capricorn whipped around. Wow, he really is albino. Neither Jezebel nor I could take it and laughed.

Clearing my throat, Sorry, this girl is crazy. Capricorns eyes widened with curiosity and for some crazy reason adoration at the sight of Jezebel. This is Jezebel, she wanted to come with me not that I was really gonna give her a choice. I grinned.

Basta. I sent you out to find unique girls, to bear children. To work, to love, to follow in my footsteps. Capricorn breathed, You didn't disappoint me, though I have a feeling you two aren't telling me everything Jezebel shook her head.

My name is Princess Jezebel Grey. I am sixteen years old, and I know who each of you are. I can tell just by looking at you. I have read the book Inkheart, its actually one of my favorites. I have always admired the bravery and recklessness I saw. I wanted it. Where I was in my life I didnt want. So I left with Basta she looked up and smiled at me. I will stay, but I want to be treated right.

I watched in horror as Capricorn stared at her, his piercing bland eyes. Finally he spoke, I will not live forever, I need an heir, and royal blood wont harm. You will rule after me. Jezebel breathed in sharply, Its agreed, but there is one thing that you must do. He pause and glanced at me, only for a second but I knew he really wanted me to listen to this.

You, Princess Jezebel Grey, must marry before your twentieth birthday. I my mouth dropped open, Jezebel didnt show any emotion. She just stared. She really did look like she was a woman of power.

Deal. As long as I can wear whatever I want and don't have to be a maid, I mean I will help but I will not be a servant. She hissed defiantly. Also I am an outdoors person. I hunt, fish, and all that sort of stuff. I will need time to do that.

He nodded and turned to me looking pleasant. The princess can have the other nice room. Dont lock it, she can do whatever she pleases. But Jezebel tomorrow morning get on something fine I shall introduce you to the village in the church.