It's In The Stars ( Yandere Prince x Reader )

Chapter 26: Their Arrival

You stood in the great hall, where the king would sit on his throne. You were standing with the other maids as the butlers stood on the opposite wall. The doors into the palace were closed, but you knew that there were princesses behind the front door. You didn't really fancy meeting them and instead wished to go to your room. You wanted to pack and get ready to leave and visit Elina. 

Two butlers, at the end of the line, walked to the doors and held the handles. The royal advisor, Quintin Tremblay, walked in front of them and prepared himself to meet the royal ladies. 

   " Open, the doors gentlemen. "

The butlers pulled the doors open there, stood in the doorway, was five princesses. One different from the other. They all had smiles on their faces and tried to rush inside but Quintin held his hand up and they were stopped.

   " Ladies, I am Quintin Tremblay, but you may call me Mr. Tremblay. I am the royal advisor and I welcome you to the palace of the Madrathia Empire. Please follow me inside. "

He turned around sharply and started walking into the main hall with the princesses behind him. They looked around curiously at everything they had their eyes on but they all desired the same thing; to be queen. Quintin stopped in front of the throne and turned to the princesses once more.

   " Please wait here. "

Quintin walked past the thrones and disappeared from sight. The ladies in the middle of the room looked around and one wandered a little too close to the butlers. But it didn't take her long to step back to the group when Quintin came back in. He stood by the king's throne and coughed into his hand, ready to announce the royals coming into the room.

   " I would like to present to you, your highness King Francis Harding with his wife Queen Aileen Harding. "

The king and queen walked in together, and when they got to their thrones they took their seats, starring at the ladies in front of them. When you looked up to Aileen you could see her judging the girls by the way they were dressed. She had told you that she judges by appearance first because sometimes you can wear too much and act like a spoiled child or be simple and act sophisticated. The first impression always mattered to her. Of course, personality and goals also mattered but the first impression was meaningful. 

   " Princess Mariella Harding. "

Mariella walked into the room, looking bored. Recently there have been no more one-night stands and she has kept to herself. She stood next to Aileen and folded her hands in front of her giving the girls a small glare, that made them nervous. Some wanted to step back while others wanted to step forward and smack the look off her face. 

   " Finally, the man of the hour. Prince Quinn Harding. "

Quinn walked into the room with his hands entangled behind his back. He slowly walked into the throne room, no doubt intimidating the girls. His eyes glanced over all of them before landing on your form. You dared not look at him and kept your eyes forward. He glanced at his father and stood in front of all the thrones. 

He wore his father's colors, only to please the man. He bowed in front of the women and stood straight. Quintin left the room and walked along the halls to get to his office. Quinn took a single breath before speaking a word.

   " Welcome to Madrathia. It a pleasure to welcome you ladies who have come from far lands and empires. We welcome you here with open arms. "

Even while his voice kept a tone of elegance and grace, his eyes showed disinterest in the women. The princesses didn't step away from him but took another step forward.

   " Allow me to explain how this month will go. At the beginning of the week, I will select one lady to spend my week with. I choose which princess it shall be but you all will get one turn. This will take place for five weeks. One week for each of you. Starting next week we will have the first princess chosen and I will dedicate my week to her. The others are welcome to stay here and roam around the palace but I must ask that you do not interrupt my time with the lady of the week. At the end of the five weeks, I will take a week to myself and decide who shall be my bride. Do you understand? "

They all bowed and curtsied to the prince and nodded their heads. Now, you understood what was going on and everything Quinn was talking about. 

   " Thank you, now please introduce yourselves immediately so the staff may know who you are. "

The first princess to step up was short, and she had auburn hair that waved down to her bottom. Her dress was a light blue color and it had frills upon thrills. She had makeup on her face but it wasn't heavy enough to hurt her. Her skin was fair and her blue eyes shone with joy.

   " My name is Larissa Bell, I come from the Godfrey Kingdom. "

She was so cheerful it made you feel depressed. Her aura gave off such joy and happiness that it reflected a sadness in your life due to her smile being so bright.

   " Thank you, Lady Bell. Next. "

The next woman to step up had chocolate skin and her dress was red. Her hair was black and tied up in a braid wrapped around a bun. There were small white ruffles on the end of her sleeves. As she stepped forward you felt a little intimidated by her presence. She wasn't mean or showed any evil intentions, she was just the definition of grace and class.

   " My name is Lorraine Chevalier from the Chevalier Empire. It is a pleasure to be in your presence. "

   " You as well. "

Lorraine stepped back and another woman stepped forward, she seemed nervous and shy. Her hands were shaking a little in front of her and she raised her head to greet the prince. She had brown hair that was tied in a braid with bright blue eyes. Her dress was dark blue and it complimented her eyes.

   " I-I am Angeline Dupond. I was sent from the Dupon Kingdom. "

Angelina quickly stepped back in line, without letting the prince greet her. Quinn didn't seem to mind but looked at the next girl. This one was completely different than the other. Her dress was cut low on her chest, and it looked like a dress ready for a ball, with the rose-red color. The woman had almond skin with a mole by her left eye. She seemed confident in her walk, but she accentuated her hips when she moved.

   " I am Hadrienna Rose from Hadria. It's such an honor to be in your home. "

You looked up at the prince but Mariella caught your eyes. She rolled her eyes and looked disgusted at the woman as if she knew him.

   " It's a pleasure. "

   " If I am allowed I would like to have a meeting alone with you later. "

   " No, you are not allowed. I won't see any of you until the first week starts. "

Hadrienna stepped back in line and the final woman stepped forward. Her hair was blonde and her skin was pale, but her green eyes were bright. 

   " I come from Gallatin and my name is Odile Merle. "

   " Welcome. My butlers will escort you all to your rooms, if there is anything you need please let one of the staff know and they will provide it. I will see you all next week. "

Quinn turned to leave the room with quick strides, and once he left the ladies started talking and gossiping to each other. The only one who didn't was Lorriane, who stood tall as a butler approached her. She had your respect already.