4

"Are you sure you're okay Keith?" I asked while my maids tighten my gown.

I held a breath while they tie my back. I can't believe I'm going to live my life with gowns this tight.

"Of course, I am. Today is the grand celebration for the orphanage. I heard Mom set the desserts for tonight." He excitedly said and I hummed. I was wearing a rose gold fitted gown with a lace top that has long sleeves. My maids put on light make up as I requested and attached daisies around my hair.

"You look gorgeous, Ruthy. I hope there ain't no suitors around?" Keith teased and we both laughed.

"If there will be, he better be royal or it's his end," I said and chuckled. Keith immediately went to the Ball Room while I haste. He looks really excited for the desserts.

The guards opened both the doors and I heard instruments play.

"Your Highness, Princess Ruthyelia Nobingale of Rinovea," Sir Saint announced and the visitors bowed. The music played and the room was busy. People were chatting and eating together around the room.

"Ruthy! You have to try the desserts!" called Keith who is seating at a table eating some tart. I started to find the table where the desserts are. I was squeezing myself through the people who are busy when I saw a man who I thought was familiar.

I walked closely and I was right. I did know him.

"What a small world," I said in a sassy manner. This guy is still on my nerves.

"Hello, Princess. Do you like to have cheesecake again? We brought extra today," Noah said in a proud voice. Wow I just can't believe him.

"Well no no. I'd like to have...." I started to think of a plan on how I can get revenge on this…Noah.

"That. Is that a cupcake?" I asked, pointed at a dessert and he nodded. He grabbed a piece and even added more frosting. He placed it on a plate and handed it to me.

When I almost got a hold of the plate, I purposedly dodged it, twisting my wrist to the other side and it landed on my chest. I gasped and the room suddenly became quiet.

"Oh no!" I exclaimed and he was shocked.

"I-I... Wait." He stuttered and looked confused of what happened.

"Princess Ruthy, is there something wrong?" I heard Saint behind me. I turned and his eyes widened.

"Oh dear, let's get you cleaned up, Your Highness." Lady Shine immediately directed me upstairs.

"Please, continue the party!" I exclaimed while I wave my hand.

When we finally left the room, I exhaled and chuckled. "Take that Noah," I whispered.

Lady Shine must've heard it because she stole a glance at me.

"Noah? The man at the dessert section?" She asked.

"Yeah, he offended me when we first met, oh the nerves of that guy!"

What I love about our friendship, me and Lady Shine, we keep it real and as a secret. Oh I just love royal secrets.

"Genesis, Danielle," Lady Shine called inside my room. They were busy fixing my mattress.

"Oh dear Princess!" Danielle exclaimed and lightly pulled me to the bathroom. In a hurry or something?

Genesis immediately grabbed a pastel blue tube gown with a puffy end. After taking a quick back, I sat in front of my vanity.

"What happened, Your Highness?" Genesis asked as she pins my hair.

"Just, a messy accident with a guy." I cooed and smirked. The girls took glances at each other and eventually figured it out.

I opened my doors and there, Sir Angelo was waiting. My eyes sparkled as I see him in a maroon suit uniform they wear. I always love that uniform. They look bold and intimidating when they wear maroon.

"The party is waiting for you, Your Highness," He said and then took a little bow.

"Well, let's go then."

I walked in front of him, very fond of how close he is from me. I miss the feeling of his touch and embrace, I miss the whole him.

"I miss you, Angelo," I whispered. One look at him, and I saw the sadness in his eyes. I walked closer and slowly wrapped my arms around him.

"Y-your Highness.." He stuttered and remained still.

"Don't call me that in this kind of situation." I frowned, still burying my face on his chest. Then I felt his hands reach my back, and then we stayed at that position for a few more seconds.

"That tart was awesome!"

I was quickly pushed to a room near me when we both heard Keith's voice.

"Ouch," I whispered as something hard- like a metal pole, hit my elbow.

"I'm sorry Ruthy, did I hurt you?" Angelo whispered in the dark. What is this room anyway?

"No, no," I said.

I focused on Keith's voice pass down the hallway until it slowly faded. We stayed in the dark, hearing each other's breaths. I then slowly felt Angelo's hand in my back again and then I was pulled to his chest. I was the first to act. I quickly pulled his neck to my face to kiss him. I kissed him passionately, making him feel how I feel. And then I felt my eyes water, Angelo quickly broke the kiss and held my chin.

"Are you okay?" He silently asked in the dark.

"How long are we going to hide this?" I asked while touching his face. I may not see him in the dark, but I was outlining his perfect face. His nose, his lips, his jaw.

"Just hang in there. I'll always be here-" The door suddenly opened and then we were both stunned by the light.

"Well, what do you know…" Keith devilishly said.

"Keith, please, don't tell," I pleaded and he seemed to be serious.

"Dad's gonna kill the both of you." He teased and I gulped.

"Please, Keith. I'll take you to France, buy you clothes, and toys. Just, don't tell anyone." I begged with my hands clasped together.

"Fine fine…Don't worry Ruthy, your secret's safe with me." He winked and then marched away.

I quickly moved out of the room and then straightened my gown.

"I'm sorry Ruthy," Angelo said as he closes the door.

"This isn't your fault. Let's go," I said and then led the way back to the Ball Room.