A Royal Secret

Chapter eleven

Chapter eleven:This is outrageous
It wasn't a very long journey, but it was quite far
away from the palace. Liam came and opened my
door for me and let me out. "Thank you." I smile at him. He nodded and returned my smile. I looked around. It wasn't the prettiest place I've been to, but it was filled with willow trees and tiny little ponds. Behind one of the willow trees was a little house made of wood. It had windows and doors but that was it really. It wasn't very big but it looked comfortable. I looked at Liam and gave him a questioning look. He understood and nodded for me to go on inside. I ran towards it and opened the door.

Inside was a room big enough to fit 5 people inside. There were 2 cyan sofas and a small cyan coloured armchair. In the middle was a salmon coloured rug with a circular coffee table on top of it. I guess it was kind of cute. I looked around a little more and found a cosy little fireplace next to a door that I assume leads to the kitchen. My assumption was correct. The kitchen wasn't very decorated. It was plain. Kind of looked like a diner I saw back in France. The walls were white as snow, and the floor was decorated with black and white tiles. It had a fridge, benches, an oven, and a sink. It also had a little dining table with some flowers on. I walked out and back into the living room. There were no stairs. Just 4 little doorways. One led to the kitchen. I'm guessing two of them lead to the bedrooms and the last one leads to the bathroom. I head for the pink door frame.

Inside was so beautiful. It had one single bed with white sheets and ah the bottom a light purple floral pattern. There were bedside cabinets with a lamp on one side and a vase with Coracs on the other. It had a set of draws which were empty, and on the top was a television on the wall. On the draws were a photo frame with a picture of me, Aunt lexi and father. I loved it. The room also had a beautiful rug in a beautiful shade of purple and a huge mirror. Amazed by the first room I walked into the other. It was the master bedroom where I guess my father slept. It was kind of the same except the beds were bigger and the colour theme was a turquoise colour. But this room had a little armchair, bookcase and a desk. It was really pretty. And finally, I visited the bathroom. I don't think I've ever seen anything so glamorous yet simple. It was white. Everything was white. The bathtub, the shower, the toilet, even the cabinet under the sink. There was also a mirror in here too with little diamonds on the edge of the glass.

It had a small television in the corner. It was beautiful. I go back to the living room and wait. Just staring at the wall, waiting for my father and Aunt Lexi to come back. I thought they weren't allowed to leave? It's been about 20minutes when I finally heard the door burst open. It was Aunt Lexi and father. I stood up and ran towards them. They hugged me so tightly. "Milly! We are so glad you are safe.'' Aunt Lexi said. I smile and take a few deep breaths. "I've missed you so much." I say. "We have missed you too sweetheart. But, there is one thing we must talk to you about." Father said with a little bit of concern in his voice. He led me to the couch followed by Aunt Lexi. "Well there's something we need to tell you and I don't think your going to like it." Aunt Lexi said. "Please just tell me, '' I say. Aunt Lexi sighed and held my hand tightly.

"Please just tell me." I say. sighed and held my hand tightly.. "Well, as you know, in a few days time you will be crowned Queen of China. And you must continue this bloodline and help out when your at your weakest." aunt lexispoke carefully. I think I know what this is leading to but I must know from her. "Your father and I have discussed it, and think it's time, not just yet of course, but in a few years time...get married." She said, I didn't speak a word. The room was quiet. Aunt Lexi and Father were waiting patiently for me to say something. But what could I say? I mean c'mon. It's not everyday to get told that you have to marry someone to continue this bloodline of Chinese royalty. I don't need a man to help me continue it or help me rule MY OWN country. I feel the anger inside of me. I see that father has noticed it as well as he starts to shuffle away.

I get up so fast I get a slight whiplash. "I DO NOT need any man to help me sustain my rule as QUEEN nor shall I need him to help me with anything. This is outrageous. You shouldn't be making these sorts of decisions for me. I need to make them myself and I have decided that I will not need any man or woman interfering with my life." I yell. loud but not loud enough for everyone outside to hear. "Darling, listen to us. We know what's right for this country. It needs you and whoever you wish to marry, as long as we approve though, to help it stay strong and powerful." Father says. He's right but I don't know what to do. I roll my eyes and sigh. "When?" I ask. I don't want to be married too young. I'm only seventeen. "In a few years time around twenty-one? Do you have to pick and get to know him? "I get to pick yes?" I raise my eyebrows.

They look at each other then back to me and nod. "But, we must approve of this man. You get to pick as long as he will do this country good." Aunt Lexi smiles. I huff. "Okay then. I'll marry whoever it is.' "I say unpleased. They smile and stand up to hug me. "You are making the right decision my gorgeous daughter." Aunt Lexi says. "Mhm. Always do Aunt Lexi." I say. "Okay. We better head back to the castle and set up for the coronation!" Aunt Lexis says excitedly for father. "Liam !" Aunt Lexi yells. He comes rushing in. "Yes you majesty's?" He bows. "Is it safe to return to our home?" Father asks.

He touches his ear and speaks to someone through his ear piece and nods "Great! Tomorrow, you will take Milly back to her friends and she may do whatever she would like." Father pats me on the shoulder. I smiled at him. "Of course sir. Let's get you all home." Liam winks at me before leading us out of the safe house and back to our castle. It's the second time I've been home today and I've still missed it so much. I stride past all the servants and maids who are wandering the halls of my home, greeting them and having little chats with them before I reach my bedroom.

I burst through my door and jumped onto my bed. The softness of my blankets comfort me. The scent of lavender on my pillows gave me great joy. I smile and think how great it is to be back. I do miss Parish though. I get up and check the time. 19:45pm. Not early but not late. I have a little think about what to do next. I came up with a brilliant idea whilst I was in the car but will have to come up with an even more brilliant cover story, which I shall present to my friends tomorrow. Should I sleep and get ready for that? Or go downstairs and have supper then a shower? I decide to have supper and a shower then get ready for bed. I missed the chef's cooking. I've missed him too.

He was my best friend when I was younger. He is so nice to me he lets me snack on little bits of chocolate when he's baking cakes or something sweet related. I ran downstairs and went to see him. I knocked at the door. Four little taps. He opens the door and smiles at me. "Princess!" He says laughing. "Hello James!" I say and give him a hug. "I've missed you so much! How are you?" I ask. It's been a long time since I've seen him. "Very good princess. You are just in time to taste my special soup I have made for your return. And, an extra, extra special dessert for you!" James says. ""That's great! Looking forward to it. I have to go now. Just give me a shout when food is ready, okay?" I smile and he nods. "Good seeing you princess!" He should as I wave him goodbye.

I go back to my bedroom and set out some of my comfiest and favourite pajamas. I already hear that dinners are ready. I shut my door l and go downstairs.
-time skip, after dinner and dessert-
I wipe my mouth. "That was delicious James!" Aunt Lexi says. "Thank you, miss Lexi." James says. Aunt Lexi turns to me. "Okay. Time for your shower then bed. It's already so late." Aunt Lexi laughs. I nod and run upstairs and turn my shower on.

I quickly take off my clothes and jump in. It's so relaxing. Feeling the hot water hit my face, soaking my hair. I yawn. It's making me even more tired. I wash my hair and body then step out and get ready for bed. My emoji pajamas are probably my favourite. I get one of my maids to do my hair. They put it into two French braids that are wet. I couldn't be bothered to dry it tonight. I hop into bed, turn my fairy lights on, and close my eyes.

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