I am so happy. I had fries. *sigh* and watched the movie I had been waiting for in the cinema. =P

Is this my fastest update or what? I mean I think it's the fact that I love reading what you guys think. It inspires me to update faster. So keep em coming! :D

DISCLAIMER: I OWN THIS STORY'S PLOT AND CHARACTERS.

Seriously?

I can't believe I had died.. I mean all this turned out to be for nothing. If I was destined to die I should have at least been smart about it.

What was the point of dragging everyone down with me?

I mean David would be more than devastated. After everything he had been through, he did not deserve another death of his loved one on his hands. How much could a man take before he breaks down completely?

Poor people around him who would have to face his wrath. And what about my parents? My friends? Once news spread it would be catastrophic.

Woah wait a minute! Is this what dying is suppose to be like? I mean come on. This is what the great mystery was about?

I thought now would be a good time to open my eyes and explore the wilderness called life after death.

However when I did open my eyes I was blinded by light and once my eyes adjusted to the brightness I was surrounded by my loved ones.

"Am I alive or are you all dead to? Oh wait am I having an out of body experience like they show in movies where I'm hanging on a thread between life and death. I can see you but you can't see me." I rushed everything out in one breath.

David, who was apparently holding my hand crushed me in his bear hug. "I'm so glad you're alive."

I laughed. "You ain't getting rid of me that easily."

My mother, with tears in her eyes said "my sweet daughter! You gave us such a fright."

My dad was by my other side and he whispered to me "I always knew you were a fighter." With a smile he continued "just like your father and forefathers."

The king, queen, Lindsay, James were all present in the room and also has wonderful things to say. Perks of almost dying I guess.

There was however a new face that Lindsay introduced me to. It was her mother; the first witch.

"It seems I owe my life to you." I said grateful and in a serious tone.

Before I could say anything else however David, who had been very quite said "I will forever be in your debt."

"Bold words for a man so young." She spoke with wisdom.

"I would be nothing without her so I do not see how I could ever repay you." He brought my hand to his lips and lightly kissed it as if I was too fragile for his touch.

The first witch smiled and said "it seems my work here is done."

"I will escort you to the ballroom. We have announcements to make anyway."

"Father-" David said not to give those attackers another chance by letting everyone leave.

"Not to worry my son. I know exactly what to do. After the ordeal you just went through I want you to rest a little. Let's put an end to this once and for all." He said with a sad smile looking at me.

What had happened while I was out of it? And the King was relieved to have me back? I thought he hated me.

My mom put her hand on David's shoulder "Prince David would it be okay if we talk to Elizabeth alone for a bit?"

He was hesitant but before he could reply Lindsay pitched in "Go for a walk David, don't worry I will stay with Liz. Take James with you."

Reluctantly he nodded and left with James in tow.

I felt weak when I tried getting into a sitting position but my mother helped me.

"So what did you want to talk about?"

"Baby you know how much your father and I love you right?"

"Of course mom, I know that."

"Then you would understand why I am saying that you should break off your engagement."

(You know I thought about ending it here. *Muahaha* - that's suppose to be my evil laugh. ;)

I couldn't believe what I was hearing. This is the same person who begged me to say yes or more like pushed me to say yes and now not a few months later she wants me to break the engagement with those same tears threatening to spill over.

"You've gotta be kidding me! First you want me to get married to David now you don't? Didn't you know that there was a possibility of me dying?" I raised my voice feeling slightly annoyed.

"We did and we thought we might be able to handle that possibility which seemed one in a million. But you almost died in the castle with maximum security. If you aren't safe here, you aren't safe anywhere."

"But mom-"

"It won't even be that big of a deal, you can just talk to David and he can talk to his parents. We can figure it out. I'm sure everyone would understand.-" she said in a matter of fact tone.

"Mom-"

"Plus you almost died. You might not be this lucky next time. Maybe you'll leave us alone for good.-"

"Mom..." I whispered as she broke down right in front of me.

"I just want my baby to be safe and as far away from harm as possible. Please. Just do your mother one last favor."

I couldn't bring myself to look up to her so instead I had my eyes on my hands and feeling like I had no energy left in me.

My heart clenched at the thought of leaving David. Could I really survive that?

My mind telling me one thing and my brain telling me another I said "mom.. It's too late-"

"It's never too late.-"

"Can you stop interrupting me mom! You made my decision for me once I won't let you do it again!-"

"I can't deal with this!" My mom shouted, standing up from the bed she was sitting on like a child throwing a tantrum. "You either pick him or you pick us!"

At this I got so pissed off that I replied in the same tone and volume, getting out of bed. "Why would I pick you? You left me and what's to say you wouldn't do that again!"

Who likes ultimatums anyway? I am sick of being pushed around.

"I thought you were passed that!" She pointed an accusing finger at me and continued to shout at me.

"I am. But you have to respect the decisions I make! And not try to influence it by asking me to choose! Because I can't! I just can't! It's too late!-"

"That's what I'm saying it's not too late!-"

At this point I let out a frustrated scream. "It's too late because I'm in love with him and I'd rather die than let him go!"

I felt so exhausted that I almost fell down so before I did my dad grabbed me.

He supported me while I stood there with tears falling down freely as I sobbed. I don't know why I was crying. Maybe because just the thought of not having David in my life was too much to bear and process, what if he felt the same way? I wouldn't wish this feeling on anyone.

"That's enough." (I wanted to add the mothers name here but a) I couldn't remember if I had mentioned it before or not and b) Aren't I putting up a lot of notes in between? ;) My dad spoke for the first time in this entire conversation. "This is making you both upset for no reason. I want Elizabeth to rest and regain her strength. You need to stop being childish and understand that it is her life, you need to respect that and let her make her own decisions."

He gave my forehead a kiss. It was so unlike him to say anything at all but whenever he did he always said all the right things to make me feel better. "Elizabeth, whatever decision you make I will stand with you throughout the way and so will your mother."

Before my mother interrupted to dispute this my father gave her a look which made her remain silent.

He helped me get in bed again "I'll take your mother out now so relax. You need to regain your strength. No matter what, you'll always be my little girl so don't be mad at your mom, she just loves you a lot." He smiled and left with my mom.

That's when I remembered Lindsay had opted to stay in the room with me and noticed she was standing in the background quietly.

When she saw me looking at her she said playfully "Well that was interesting."

I sighed and cleared my tear-stricken face. "So much drama." I smiled.

"Oh this was nothing! You should've seen David's reaction to your near death experience. Now that's what I call a good drama."

What do you think? What do you think? :D Can't wait to hear about it. Any guesses as to David's reaction?

I did think for a second to make her give in to her mother's wishes like she had before but then decided that a) she needed to take a stand for David, b) I couldn't be that evil anyway, c) that would move us far far away from the story line.

PS- do you prefer short and fast updates or long and slow updates? =D

Love Zoe.