Dawn's pov
Tears filled my eyes as the car moved steadily towards the humongous palace.
I can't believe this is happening to me!
Being forced to Impersonate a dead princess and worse, I have to meet king Lee.
What are his intentions towards Princess Anna? What plans did he have in stored for her - for me??
Oh heavens...
I wonder how mom would take the news.
She'll he worried sick.
The so called Sir Blade sent one of his guards to tell Mom that I was safe and would be gone for quite sometime.
No mother would take such news lightly. I know she'd still panick.
Oh mom.
She has to be strong for me.
"We're almost there and you need to put this on" Sir Blade muttered handing me the veil belonging to the dead princess.
I shot the veil a stare muzzled by my feelings.
What am I doing?
I twitched a bit as I took the veil from him and wore it. It covered my face enough to hide my tears.
"You're now a princess. you need to behave special, surly and supercilious. Keep that in mind before you eat with your hands during the banquet tomorrow evening" He enthused.
There's going to be a banquet? Can this day get any worse?
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Suddenly, I heard the car screeching a bit in a slow pace.
I lifted my head to behold the most porcelain gate I've ever seen.
What on Earth!
The gate was so huge and...I presume it's made of gold.
The way it shun brightly though it's evening was incredible.
We are here!
At the palace...ow.
I cringed a little as the car drove in but slowly. There were so many guards around and heavily armed with guns.
We went further into the large compound and I stared keenly at the beautiful flowers that was planted neatly around the wide surrounding.
I finally saw it...The royal castle!
So exquisite and has riches painted all-over the whole damn buildings.
The car came to a halt and I climbed out of the car with the help of 'Sir Blade'.
I so much hate him for putting me in such a difficult situation.
Separating me from my once fun normal life.
"We've arrived" He mumbled as we began walking to the mansion.
Two girls stood outside gazing at us like they were expecting us.
"Good evening your highness" Their low voices said with a bow.
"We've been out here waiting since morning your highness".
Sir Blade shot me a fierce stare and I didn't know when the words tore from my lips:
"Is that a complaint? Isn't that your duty??" I deadpanned and they shuddered.
"No, your highness. We're terribly sorry".
I glanced at Sir Blade and he wore a big smirk.
And his expression said it all...
*I'm doing a good job already*
"Please...come this way my princess. We'll take you to your bedroom so you can take a rest from your long journey" The black skinned maid offered.
I nodded and began following them in.
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As the outside of the mansion was gorgeous so was the inside.
Everything was glittering and I've never seen such luxury in my whole life.
I was so uncomfortable walking in the heels owned by the dead princess.
Her dress was so lean and hugged tightly to my abdomen that I could hardly breath. She must have been a pretty slim lady.
I maintained my posture. Walking with courtesy as we got to my bedroom.
The fair maid unlocked the door with a key before easing it open and we went in.
The room was gloriously fabulous and the bed was so large sized.
Seriously??!
*Princess Anna* a voice said from behind but I didn't notice she was referring to me.
I heard it alright but I haven't gotten used to answering such a name.
"My princess???" I suddenly heard and twitched.
I faced the maids to see them staring at me - stunned.
But they quickly drifted their eyes from me cause I once heard, nobody looks royalty deep into the eyes.
"How many times did you call me?" I asked coyly.
"Three times, your highness" The dark one replied.
What?
I have to get used to being called this name. Other wise I'm doomed.
Sir Blade wasn't joking when he said he'd kill me and send my body parts back to the village. Mom would he heartbroken.
"What are your names?" I asked.
"Am Caroline, your personal maid and she's Abigail...she's in charge of bringing your meals" The first maid replied and I scoffed.
Aren't they the same thing??
"Alright. Abigail, you should leave. I don't think I'll be needing your services right now" i said turning my back on them.
In no time, I heard the door open and close inaudibly.
I took my hand to my face and pulled out the veil before turning to Caroline.
She gasped staring at my face like there was something there that shouldn't be there.
"You're so beautiful, your highness" she remarked and I smiled lightly.
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After a cold bath and change of clothes, Caroline and I sat together on a sofa talking.
She's warm and I'd like for us to closer - not just my maid but a friend.
I need someone I could trust amongst all the strangers here.
A good friend.
"There will be a general dinner tonight where you'd meet the other wives" she stated fiddling with her skirt.
"What do you mean by 'other wives'? I...I don't understand" I asked feebly.
"You're the kings newest bride, won't you love to meet the others, your highness?"
I gawped at her still confused.
I'm... I'm the king's wife?
Princess Anna was going to be married off to the king?
No...it can't be!
"Didn't you know? You were given to King Lee as a piece offering in order for him not to destroy Muzana kingdom.
"Geez! You're a hero Princess Anna. You sacrificed your chance to find true love for your kingdom so they won't be wiped off. So brave of you!"
No...no...no..no...no!
What was I thinking??
I should have let that cruel man kill me rather than getting married to my worst nightmare.
The same king that I've feared since he came into power.
A psychopath and dangerous king.
"The first wife had a daughter for him. She's only two years old and extremely charming just like the king. The second wife is pregnant though...And rumor has it that she'd be the one to give the king a son...I also pray you'd give him a son as well" She said sarcastically and I could only stare dumbfounded.
I began to hyperventilate...
I'll give myself to him whenever he wants me?
Married...I'm fĂ—Ă—king married.
But I'm just nineteen...
How can I do this when I'm not mentally prepared?
Soon, I'd be pregnant and become fat and have large stomach...
For a man I don't even know.
A very dangerous, strange psychotic man???
Fear engulfed me and I slowly passed out.
Dawn's pov I felt myself regaining consciousness and the white broad ceiling came into view.I batted my lashes getting rid of the blurry vision.I found myself on the bed and all covered up under the duvet.Whoa...Did Caroline bring me here? She's stronger than I thought.I drew upwards in a sitting position just staring around my new room - a room that shouldn't even be mine.gosh! This is too much to take!!I can't believe I fainted just at the mere thought that I would become the third wife to king Lee.It's just unimaginable and I pray I'd never see him till I come up with a way to escape from this place.Yeah...I'm going to run away.Even if I don't make it my mother, I'd go somewhere else. Away from this whole arrangement.I huffed and plonked myself into the bed feeling - home sick.I co
Dawn's povI was now cleared on the fact that I have an enemy here at the castle.Anger began eating me alive and I thought of what to do.Without a second thought, I grabbed the glass filled with water and ambled to where she was.I raised my hand and emptied the whole water on them.They both jerked up from their seats with gasps. The look on their face was priceless."What the h3ll! Have you lost it???" The lady fired and I rolled my eyes.I turned and walked back to my chair glamorously.My butt was barely on the seat when Alicia picked up the cutleries on her side of the table and threw them at me but I dodged it.Whaaat?I stood my ground and took Simone's glass of water splashing it on Alicia.She used her hands to shield herself but the water still soaked her."
Dawn's povI remained standing transfixed as the king's cold glares didn't leave me.I gave him a pleading look shaking my head negatively.He took his eyes back to Xenia and patted her hair.I gulped staring like a bloated goat.He got up and looked around the messy dinning. Believe me when I tell you it's a complete mess.Suddenly, a weird unexpected laugh tore from his lips and he stepped back.Now I'm sure of it - he is a psycho."So the three of you decided to turn this place into a dog house, huh?!!" He barked quizzically."My Lord....The king stopped Alicia from speaking.There was dead silence in the whole room.He took some steps towards me with his hands in his pockets.His eyes pierced into mine and I didn't know what gave me the boldness to look back at him.
King Lee's povAfter sending the guard out to get princess Anna - my newest p***y, I sat on my stool enjoying a glass of wine.Yes...I'm going to f***k her tonight no matter what.I'm anticipating on how she'd be in between her legs. If there's anything special there at all.Since she's the savior of her stupid kingdom.A knock came on the door and a maid rushed in."Your highness, please forgive me for just barging in. Queen Simone sent me, she asks that if you could come...it's urgent" She said and I arched my brows.Seriously?? Simone's povI knew king Lee would want to taste that new freak tonight but I can't let that happen.I won't let the new girl replace me before his eyes.I don't want to end up being like Alicia.Rejected
(Next Morning) Alicia's povThe room was filled with maids attending to Xenia's needs.A direct order from the king...I'm glad her head had been bounded by the doctor. He got here as early as possible."We're done, your highness" Esme said walking Xenia to where I was - on a lounge chair."Oh! You look beautiful dear" I cooed taking Xenia's hand.She was in a pink dress and her blonde hair was fixed into a ponytail with a tiara on it. So princess like..."Thank you Mom" she muttered and sat beside me."How's your head now?" I asked rubbing her small fingers."I'm fine mom" she replied wryly."And I'm about to have breakfast now" she added standing up.I chuckled and held her hand before turning to the
Dawn's povI grabbed the guard's arm as soon as he was about to leave."Where do you think you're going to?" I asked glaring at him."The king told me to sit somewhere and supervise your punishment, your highness" He replied with a stutter and I rolled my eyes."Don't tell me you'd sit here and watch a princess carry two heavy buckets in the name of punishment. I haven't even had breakfast you jerk. And from the weakness i feel, I won't survive this punishment if you let me do it alone" I muttered holding him firmly.He looked around as his cheeks turned tomato red."Well...what do you want me to do, princess?" He asked feebly and I smiled."Can you please lend me a water hose that'll channel the water into the drum making the work easier for me? It's not too much to ask, is it?" I pouted giving him both an innocent and a seductive smile.
....Dawn's pov....I never thought I could feel my heart beat so loud like it had intention of leaving my chest.He still had his back facing me and that made me relieved though.Why would he ask such...all of a sudden!Oh heavens!I might as well tell him the truth and face the consequences than to trapped to keep telling lies to everyone."The truth is...Suddenly, the door flung open and two men barged in. They were dressed as knights and had swords with them."My lord...we brought the gold thief. Should we bring him in?" The first knight asked gingerly."Bring him in" king Lee muttered after a short silence.The two men turned and made a signal towards the door. Two guards made their way in pushing in a man with them.The minute the trio got to the center of the room, the knight gave the man a brute
Dawn's povAfter what happened earlier today, I was starting to fear King Lee the more.He killed a man emotionlessly.Without even thinking much about it.Just remembering it sends shivers through my veins. I don't think I have the guts to escape this place.If it doesn't turn out to be successful and I get caught, I'll brought to him.He won't waste time in hurting me.I did as he said and prepared for the banquet right before it would begin.I met the other wives on the way but I moved faster to the hall with Caroline behind me.Guests from all places where starting to arrive but ignored them all and moved to the seat kept for me. Bethel's povI stood at a corner staring aimlessly as the evening grew darker.The decorations were beautiful and so were the qu