The opulent bathtub was a sight to behold, with its intricate golden fixtures and lavish marble walls. Sienna relaxed in the warm water, feeling the tension in her muscles begin to melt away. With the sweet scent of lavender filling the air, almost creating a serene atmosphere. She closed her eyes and let out a deep breath of contentment, feeling as though she was in a palace fit for a queen. Well if she was being honest, in this new world, this new realm, she was a queen. The flickering from the candlelight added to the luxurious ambiance, casting a warm and inviting glow throughout the room. As she soaked in the tub, she couldn't help but feel greatful for this moment of indulgence and relaxation. She couldn't remember the last time she'd had her stress melt away like this. Sienna luxuriated in the warm embrace of the bathwater, her body fully enveloped in a cloud of fragrant bubbles...she gazed around the opulent bathroom, inside her giant bedroom that she was given to stay, all by herself in. Taking in the intricate marble tiles and sparkling crystal chandelier above her, it really was a sight for sore the frosted glass windows, she could see the sprawling gardens of the palace, bathed in the soft glow of the setting sun in the window next to her. After a while, she eventually stepped out of the tub, wrapping herself in a plush towel, padding across the marble floor to her bedroom. The room was equally lavish, with ornate furnishings and sumptuous fabrics. She sank onto the bed, feeling utterly content and at peace in her luxurious surroundings. This was nothing compared to her bedroom back home, sure she lived in a mansion, and since she wasn't allowed to leave the mansion grounds, she had everything she wanted to keep busy, but inside the mansion, there was always something to stress over. Here, there wasn't a thing. She could take a lovely bubble bath without having to worry if her powers would get out of control, and accidentally destroy the world. And she wasn't being dramatic here. Athena's cosmo inside her, is that powerful.
Quickly Sienna pushed all thought of Athena from her mind, as she gracefully gilded across her luxurious bedroom, her silk gown trailing behind her. As she did, she couldn't help herself but to look back past her shoulder, eyes taking up on the plush pillows, and canopy of delicate lace that covered her bed. The flickering candlelight next to her bedside table, casting a warm glow in the room, illuminating more of the ornate furnishings. She thought about maybe grabbing a book from the many interesting books covering the two giant bookshelves, but suddenly found she wasn't in the mood to read. Sienna found herself back in her bed, relishing the sensation of the cool sheets against her skin. She nestled into the plush mattress, feeling the softness envelop her body. As she closed her eyes, a sense of tranquility washed over her, promising a restful night's sleep. But as she exhaled a contented sigh, a metallic taste invaded her mouth, jolting her back to realty. Sienna's eyes snapped open, her mind racing as she tried to identify the source of the unwelcome flavor. The peaceful slumber she had anticipated was now a distant dream.
Her cry echoed through the room as she frantically wiped away the small droplets of blood that had began to trickle down from her nose. As she pounded the station, she realized this wasn't the first time she had seen blood since arriving in this mysterious place. Her lip had been bleeding upon her arrival, and she had noticed that Seiya's sister, Patrica had also been bleeding. Now, with a nosebleed of her own, she couldn't help but wonder what was happening in this strange world. What was causing all of this blood? The air was thick with an eerie sense of foreboding, and she couldn't shake the feeling that something sinister was at play here. Suddenly catching her off guard, a booming voice, belonging to a man of great stature, echoed through the air. ''Princess! Are you alright?!'' he bellowed, his concern palpable. The urgency in his tone was unmistakable, as if were ready to spring into action at a moment's notice. The sound of his voice reverberated off the walls, filling the room with a sense of urgency. It was clear that he cared deeply for her, and would do anything to ensure her safety. His words hung in the air, waiting for a response from sienna, who remained silent and still as she held her nose up to the air, hopeful for the bleed to ease..
''Princess?'' he called out once more, his tone laced with concern. She recognized his voice immediately, her heart skipping a beat, as she let out a small mumbled response.
'Seiya? Is that you?''
''Yes, I heard you scream. i was worried about you, can you welcome me inside?''
''Of crouse, just one moment. She titled her head as far back as she could, and in a few seconds the bleeding seemed to stop. However it was covering her fingertips now, so quickly she returned to the bathroom, quickly ran them under the lukewarm water, then ran over to the door, greeting him with a loving smile, as the prince filled her sights. As he entered her chambers, she couldn't help ut feel another flutter in her chest. He was sight to behold. With a chiseled jawline and pericing brown eyes that seemed to look right through her. His short brown hair was perfectly styled, she couldn't help but wonder how he managed to look so effortlessly handsome. Was this just the magic that came with being royalty? she wondered. A strange sensation crept into her gut as she gazed at him, trying to reconcile the fact that this was Seiya. He may not be the Seiya she knew, but he was still Seiya. Some would even say ''doppelganger'' A part of her found it a bit peculiar that she had just been pondering his good looks. For this was supposed to be her friend, she hadn't looked at him like she was now, before. Well maybe once or twice. As he drew nearer, she reached out to her hand to greet him, feeling a surge of anticipation as his warm flesh met hers. She found herself the more she spent time with him, wanting to uncover the mystery of this alternate Seiya more and more..and maybe...just maybe develop romantic feelings for him.
With a gentle tone, he said ''Are you feeling better now?'' His voice was soothing, like a warm embrace on a chilly day. The concern in his brown eyes was palpable, as if he genuinely cared about her answer. His words were like a balm to the soul, offering comfort and reassurance. The way he spoke was like a melody, calming an serene. She instantly felt another flutter in her chest, as the two of them took pleasure sitting atop her bed. His eyes staring into her like pools of deep, dark chocolate, as for his voice, it was like a soothing melody in her ears. It was as if he had a sixth sense, knowing exactly what she needed to hear, and when she needed to hear it. His presence was like a warm embrace, enveloping her in a cocoon of safety and comfort. As she looked into his eyes, she felt a sense of peace wash over her. ''You're sure your alright?'' he asked, voice filled with gentle concern and worry. Sienna felt her worried melt away as she replied ''Yes, I'm better now. I just had a little nosebleed, its stopped now.'' His touch was like a balm to her soul, and she knew she was safe as long as she was here with him.
''Sienna! You gotta wake up!''
''Seiya?''
Sienna's heart raced as she concentrated on the air, something had called out to her. Quickly she turned her head, to look behind here, but there was nothing there. The wind whispered through the curtains in the room, just as the leaves suddenly rustled omnivorously outside her window. She felt a chill run down her spine, but her senses were on high alert. Was it a ghostly adaptation or just a fragment of her imagination? She was very tired. She couldn't shake off the feeling she was being watched, as the hairs on the back of her neck suddenly stood up. Sienna felt a nagging sense of unease, like a puzzle piece that didn't quite fit. And she knew she had to get to the bottom of it. Nothing about this whole situation was normal. The last thing she could remember before she found herself on the beach, then in the forest, was being hooked up to Vander Scar's machine, he'd wanted to drain her cosmo. Or better, Athena's cosmo that was inside her. '' Sienna? What's wrong?'' Pegasus asked, noticing the furrow in her brow. Sienna took a deep breath and focused her thoughts. She couldn't shake the feeling but she didn't want alternate Seiya to find out, so she slowly shook the feelings away from her, as she focused back on him.
''Nothing,'' she whispered. ''Everything's perfect.'' She lied.
