A Royal Secret

Chapter fourteen

Chapter fourteen: gravely injured
I burst through the doors of the dining room hoping I wasn't late, but of course I was. I saw everyone standing behind their chairs. They all looked amazing. I particularly liked Miranda's dress. And Ashleys too. "I am so, so sorry I am late." I apologized and tried to walk as fast as I could in these heels. Uncle John ended up staying in Paris for the bakery but will be here for the coronation. I saw that Aunt Lexi and father weren't there. I knew that they wouldn't be, it would be a bit suspicious if they were. But, I did see Amber and Kennedy.

They just walked in holding a scroll with my family seal On. "Ahem! Ahem!" Amber coughed to get everyone's attention. "Due to the attacks upon the royal family, the king, lady Lexi and the princess can not be here tonight." Amber said, giving me a slight glance. I smirk. "But, they wish you an amazing night and will see you all at the ball. Now, if everyone could sit down and get comfortable, the head chef will bring you your chosen starters." Amber finished off and sat down herself whilst Kennedy went into the kitchen with James. "Girl! you're late." Ashley nudged me. "yes, yes. I know. it's okay though, the staff here are used to it.'' I laugh.

*Luka POV*
'I can't get her out of my head. i don't know why
she's just stuck there. I wish she would talk to me
properly, i really want to get to know her more. She's so beautiful. Even though she was late, she
walked into the room elegantly. Like a, Like a, Queen. She can be my queen,' I sat thinking.

I wasn't as close to Milly as I would've liked to be. I had Noah and Ashley in a way. I sighed. I know she hates me, but I wish she didn't. I rest my head on my hand and wait for either someone to start a conversation with me or my starters to come. i was knocked out of my little daydream by Noah. He has a questioning look on his face. It then turned to understanding. I had told Noah about these thoughts of Milly a while ago. "dude, you good?" he asked me. i shrugged my shoulders. "ah dude, your in a situation where only you can help yourself. you just need to talk to Milly bro." he patted my shoulder.

i frowned. "she doesn't talk to me. she hates me." i sighed. "i don't know how long i can put up with this." Noah began tapping his chin. Suddenly, his eyes widened. "i've got it! how about me and Ashley set you up? get you two in a room together and in a situation where she cant run away?" Noah asked. i thought about it. i didn't want to put Milly under pressure. But, it seemed to be the only option at the moment so I nodded. "great!" Noah smiled. "I have a problem dude, I'm going to have to tell Ashley about these thoughts. Is that okay?" Noah asked i thought again.

If i say no but go along with the plan anyways and it goes okay or goes badly, Milly would probably tell Ashley anyways. "Sure, she'll figure it out one way or another." I smile. Noah grins and taps Ashley on the shoulder and starts whispering. I glanced at Milly again. She was talking to Griffin. It kind of made me a bit jealous. I have no idea why. I internally groan and slap my forehead. "Okay, so great news. Ashley is on board with the plan.' " Noah said, giving me a thumbs up. "thanks bro." I said. Then the double doors in front of us burst open. It was the chef with our meal. finally! I was starving.

*Milly pov*
"Excuse me, I must use the bathroom." I say as I stand up and leave the dining room. As I was washing my hands, my phone beeped. I dried my hands and unlocked my phone. i had received the creepiest text from Ashley. "Come to the closet near the garden entrance and come alone...' I didn't know what to do. i stood for about five minutes and me being stupid, i went along with it.

i texted back- "i'm here x' it said it had been seen. but she never replied. I suddenly felt like a fool. I was about to walk away until my phone beeped again. another text from Ashley- 'walk in and close your eyes. do not! open your eyes at any point or turn on the light.' I was curious. Is this some sort of trick? Is this really Ashley? it could be the attackers and they've hacked my phone. but once again my curiosity got the best of me. I opened the door and closed my eyes and walked in. I stood still. It was a small room so I could feel where I was. I heard the door shut, but I didn't hear it lock. knew there was someone in the room with me. I could hear their shaky breath. "hello?" i say. "hi." the mystery person said.