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Ben's POV.
I sat in mine and Mal's room at the castle and I couldn't help but get impatient. Mal had got ready in Evie's room and was still in there now. I know I should be a little more patient since she had only been in there around an hour but after the disastrous way the last party ended it was safe to say I was on edge. Mal was as well. She hadn't said anything but I could see it in her eyes and body language.
Sitting on our bed I watched the next thirty minutes tick by before I decided I had waited long enough. Heading out of the bedroom door I turned left and stopped as a few doors down I found myself at Evie's door. I could hear their laughter through the door and almost regretted interrupting, but I needed to make sure Mal and the twins were okay.
Knocking on the door I shifted my weight on my feet a little. I hated being this anxious but considering things like this end in drama I couldn't help it. Thankfully before I could get too lost in my thoughts the door swung open to reveal Evie stood there smiling. "Told you he wouldn't be too long." She said turning to look over her shoulder. I followed her line of vision and found I couldn't take my eyes of the sight in front of me.
There stood my beautiful wife in a strapless, floor length, deep purple dress that proudly showed off her growing bump. A smile spread across my face at the sight. I knew she would be nervous as hell. This is her first time in a formal capacity since she started visibly showing. She hadn't said anything but I could tell she had been worried about this for days. Much like the first day she attended school after her bump became obvious. It was easy for me to see her anxiety this time around.
Evie smiled as she walked past me and headed downstairs. "You okay, Mal?" I asked as I finally tore my eyes away the scared/nervous look in hers. I hated seeing her look like that and like hell would I let anyone upset her tonight, I don't care who they are. They upset Mal they answer directly to me.
"Yeah, I'm okay." She replied to me but I wasn't convinced. I could still see the nerves on her face. Hell who could blame her with our record attending parties.
"Ready?" She nodded her reply and took hold of my arm. I kissed her briefly before I lead her in the direction Evie had gone. But as we got to the top of the stairs I felt her grip on my arm tighten. I knew she was nervous but I didn't know she was this nervous. "Mal, breath." I told her as we came to a stop at the top of the stairs. I noticed her look down at her stomach and place her free hand on her bump. "Stop. You look beautiful." I stated. She smiled brightly at me and I saw the confidence build in her eyes.
"Come on. Let's go." Mal said. We smiled at each other before descending the stairs.
It wasn't long before we were stood in front of the familiar ballroom doors. Lumière smiled in our direction, as always, before walking through and announcing us. "King Ben and Queen Mal." We heard Lumière announce to the crowd of royals inside. I gently squeezed Mal's hand as we walked through the doors. As usual everyone bowed to us. God how I hated this. Both me and Mal hated being bowed to. It always singled us out when we just wanted to had a normal life.
We stood there holding hands until they rose again and went back to their conversations. After that I looked at my beautiful wife. I decided to let her go to who she wanted to see first. I felt her pull my hand a little and noticed we were heading over to our parents. I couldn't help but smile. No matter what event we were at she always made time to talk to our parents. I couldn't help but keep glancing at my beautiful wife as I tuned out their conversation and became lost in my own thoughts. Considering where she grew up she has fit into the royal scene quickly and better then she had thought. Sure some royals (or ex royals should I say) are still not happy about me marrying Mal and her becoming queen but she has won over nearly all of them. Not that it would have mattered much, I'm King of Auradon and I will marry whom ever I damn well please.
It wasn't long before I noticed Mal walk off somewhere. I was about to turn and follow when I felt my mom gently grab my arm. "Relax, Ben." She told me. "Mal's gone to get a drink." Mom explained. I nodded but my eyes never left Mal. I watched her as she got her drink and as she started talking to Evie. But movement in the corner of my eye made me turn away from the purple haired beauty I called my wife, only to find Chad stood there with a look of disgust aimed at Mal.
Really!? I thought to myself. Did the suspension from school mean nothing to him!? I watched as Chad started walking in Mal's direction and after a quick glance towards my oblivious wife I moved to intercept Chad. Not realizing Jay and Carlos were on my heels as they had also noticed what was about to happen.
I reached out and grabbed Chad's arm spinning him so he was facing me. It was only then I noticed the duo behind me and I couldn't help but smirk at this. "Whatever you are planning Chad, don't." I stated. Why did he always have to try and ruin things for us. But I swear if he lays one more hand on Mal and by extension my children I will not be responsible for what will happen.
"I was only going to apologise." He said as he noticed people were beginning to look at us and listen in to our conversation.
"That's utter crap and you know it." I hissed at him. "I swear if you even breath on Mal in the wrong way I will give you the same treatment as Leah." I told him. I didn't miss the scared look that spread across his face nor that his face drained of colour. I was struggling to hold my smirk back at the sight of him.
"Of course. Sorry, King Ben." Chad apologised before leaving to go to his parents. As I turned Jay and Carlos were smiling at me like a pair of mad men.
"What?" I asked, not understanding their reactions.
"We didn't think you had it in you to threaten anyone, Ben." Carlos told me.
"Yeah, looks like spending time with us is bringing out your inner VK." Jay stated before the pair of them left to find their girlfriends. I smiled after them. I really wasn't bothered. Maybe they were bringing out my inner VK but hey, everyone has a little bad side right? I sensed rather then saw Mal walk over to me.
"Everything okay, Ben?" She asked. As I turned to face her I saw the confused look on her face and I couldn't blame her really. She probably looked over and saw a scared looking Chad talking to me, Jay and Carlos. Hell I was even expecting something to happen.
"Everything is fine." I assured her. I couldn't help but think just how much I loved this woman in front of me. I never thought I would ever fall in love, let alone fall this fast and deep. It's strange but I loved Mal before I even met her. Ever since I had a dream of a purple haired beauty trapped on the isle.
I shook my head to get myself out of my thoughts and did so just in time. "Ben? Do we have to stay much longer?" Mal asked me. I could see she was tired and I didn't blame her. She was carrying twins after all.
"Why don't we spend a little time with our friends then we can head to bed, yeah?" I responded. She nodded to me just as Audrey and Jay walked over to us. I placed my arm around Mal's waist gently pulling her to me, my hand resting on the side of her baby bump. "Hey guys. What's up?" I asked. Just by looking I could tell they wanted to say something.
"Well we wanted to know if you guys had any plans for boxing day?" Audrey questioned. I looked at Mal who had turned to me puzzled. I shrugged my shoulders at her before turning back to the duo, only to find Evie & Doug, Jane & Carlos and Lonnie stood behind them. They had clearly heard Audrey's question as their faces mirrored Jay and Audrey's curious ones.
"No, not really." I answered but Mal quickly cut in as we watched their faces relax.
"What's going on guys?" She asked them.
"We just thought it would be nice if we could all get together here and exchange presents. It'll be like a second Christmas for us." Lonnie explained. Now I understood what was going on. To be honest it doesn't surprise me they came up with it. We were all extremely close. I looked at Mal for her answer. I loved the idea. Especially since Mal, Evie, Jay and Carlos hadn't had a Christmas before, it would certainly make this Christmas more memorable.
After a few minutes Mal finally put them out of their misery by nodding. All four girl squealed and hugged Mal. I had to clamp my hands over my ears, the same as Jay, Carlos and Doug did. I walked over to them. "Is it just me or are the squeals getting worse?" I whispered to the trio.
"Definitely worse." Doug stated prompting the other two to nod their agreement.
Once the girls had finished hugging the others left leaving me and Mal alone again. "Ready to turn in?" I asked, remembering she was tired. Mal just nodded to me. That's how I knew she was exhausted, she wasn't speaking much. Throughout the night she was speaking less and less. "I'll be right back, okay?" I said. Again she nodded and I kissed her forehead before turning to locate our parents. I spotted them stood next to Fairy Godmother and started walking towards them.
"Where's Mal?" Dad asked. I couldn't help but smile. For someone who wasn't keen on the VK's coming in the first place he sure has warmed up to them.
"Over there." I said pointing to Mal, who hadn't moved and looked at though she would fall asleep right there. "We're going to turn in. Mal is exhausted." I explained after receiving their nods and with Mom saying she would be up to check on us soon, because apparently we are six years old again and mom is being over-protective, I went back to my gorgeous wife and led her upstairs to our room.
She was changed in record time and once I was changed and in bed she curled into me, resting her head on my chest and was asleep instantly. I smiled down at her sleeping body and kissed the top of her head before going to sleep myself. The last thought of mine was that I couldn't believe how lucky I was to have Mal in my life.
Author's Note: So I know I have had a few balls and things but as royals they would have attended them a lot although this will be the last one (I think). I just wanted one from Ben's POV. I know this wasn't a very long chatper but I also didn't want to drag the chapter out too long. Also, Anna (who reviewed on Gaining A Family) I will be updating Back To The Beginning in the next 24 hours. But Family Day has finished. It was only a short story. I do have another story called Uncontrolled if you are interested. Anyway I hope you all like the chapter. Please review and let me know what you think x