“I am sorry the mighty, but I think that we have opposing opinions towards your proposal. you seem to be thinking that you are presenting me an opportunity of a lifetime, whereas the only thing that I can see in your proposal is how you are trying to take an advantage of the power imbalance that we have at the given moment.” Oh, you misunderstood me, Your Majesty. It was not a proposal, it was a demand. I will wreak havoc on you and your country if you reject. You would not want to test me, Princess, a good leader always honors their promises, whether they like it or not. I will give you a week for you to go back to your Palace, only to come back once the time is up. But you must understand that that time period is not for you to make a decision, Your Majesty, it is to arrange your affairs before we wed under the full moon by the end of the week.” I jumped back on violet and kick her a bit harder than I would usually do to get her to go back to my Palace. I c

Unlike many part-timers, I didn't actually mind Saturdays. Saturday's where one of my least busy days. I had only had to work House of the day, and I would have the rest of the day to myself. I was particularly happy this month as I got the chance to work with my best friend Bella. we would meet up in front of the subway station that is a block away from the restaurant, and walk to work together. By the time we would arrive at the front door, we would pretty much go through all of the work-related gossip. “You seem extra gloomy today, chirped Bella. oh how I would wish to be a morning person like her. “I think last week's turnout is finally catching up to me,” I replied trying to keep my eyes open. “You know how won’t feel how tired you actually are until you stop? that is exactly how I'm feeling at this very moment. I can't wait for my shift to be over, so I can go back to my dorm and sleep until the next morning.” “ no you can't!” said Bella, looking li

I often found myself like I did not deserve her, as she had been so loyal to me. I was never one to be affectionate towards my loved ones, I had always been a bit more distant, no matter what I had done. I did not know why I was like that, it could be because I have been left all by myself whenever I actually love someone, it had always ended with me in a heartbreak. I was aware of my world, I was aware of what they were doing to me, but I was so happy in my comfort zone that I couldn't bring myself to bring them down. The only thing that I could do, the only thing that was left for me to do, let's feel grateful for those who are willing to stay by my side in spite of my walls. “Are you going back to the dorm?” Bella asked, bringing me back to the real-life from the dark depths of my thoughts as we walked out of the subway. I nodded to show my approval. “Okay then, be careful, okay? I will be a bit later today, I'll call you when I'm done.” I clumsily wrapped one of my arms

I grunted, struggling to get under the duvet. My insomnia had been killing me, both metaphorically and literally. I dragged myself under the covers, going to the washroom to get into my bath Jasmine had already drawn for me. There were not many things that could make one as relaxed as a warm bath soaking up the tiredness away. I got out of my bath, after what seemed like forever, freshened up, got back into my room to allow my handmaiden to dry and dress me. Once my gown was tied up nice and tight, I sat down back to my vanity to allow my hair and makeup to be done. “Your Majesty, The Sorceress has arrived with our guest.” I took a deep breath, trying to wrap my head around what we were about to do. “How is she?” I asked, trying to do my best to hide my concerns. “Unconscious,” replied The Sorceress as she walked through the gates of the common room. “I wouldadvise you to wait until she wakes up, Your Majesty.” I had felt a surprising sense of relief

I was out of my mind, I didn't know what to do, I didn't know where to go, I didn't know who to trust. As much as I wanted to seem like I was level-headed and try to keep my poker face as much as I could, it was to no avail. I was scared and I was confused. The old lady must have been able to read my concern from my face as she continued, “The smartest thing for you would be to just surrender yourself. Then you can enjoy yourself. This is not as bad as you think. The Princess will reward you handsomely if and when you assist her.” My sniffles softened with her reassuring words. “Give it a bit more time, maybe a week or so. You will understand me better then.” I stood back up and opened my door to collect the uniform that had been sent to me. There were many things I had anticipated in my life but becoming a handmaiden was surely not one of them. I was already late because of my overemotional chat with the old lady so I had barely any time left to take a bath, because