Flora

꧁Chapter 3꧂

Playing: Offenbach- Can-Can Music

The festival is fast approaching and everyone couldn't be busier than they are as of now for this year's festival is exceptional among those they've had from previous years, They're inviting Royals from across the world to celebrate with them. As for Princess Julia, something is telling her to look forward to it and for some reason, she couldn't help but anticipate such an event like she never did in previous years. Could it be the fact that she might be able to prove herself not just to the Queen but also in front of everyone? It could be. She has read countless books about all the laws of Azalea not to mention its history all these years. Having known your country like it's the back of your hand could prove useful in your rule right? Well, it does come in handy in times of need and that's what Princess Julia kept in mind all these years not knowing she's been digging the wrong hole.

She's currently venting out her frustrations to her younger sister, Jinni whilst walking through the Royal Garden. Catherine is occupied by the news of the arrival of other Royal families from different parts of the world. She was expected to act, look and feel her best in the event as this is a great opportunity to introduce herself in the fashionable society as a debutante. Even though Jinni vexes her every time she has the time to and Julia is so done with her, she can't deny that she has a good judgment of things, far better than her and so much so that oftentimes, she seeks her advice on dealing with various things.

"I'm anxious beyond fathomable, sister. I don't know what to do with this feeling!" She complained, breathing unsteadily in between syllables.

"I, for sure know of that Sister. who wouldn't be anxious when you know your future husband is coming for you in a matter of weeks? And perhaps you could puke that feeling off ?" She playfully asked, earning a smack from the elder.

" Disgusting! You should shut that filthy mouth of yours for you shall be following my footsteps in the next social season in the following year." She retorted back.

"I'm completely cool with it though. I mean, marriage is boring and all despite its importance but it's not like I don't like it. It's just another task I shall accomplish as myself, a Princess who's supposed to find and marry a prince of her own." She pouted while raising her eyebrows. Her mind is still not yet capable of valuing the true essence of marriage.

"Don't think of marriage like that, Jinni. I want you to marry me out of love even if it means sacrificing my happiness, I'd be more than willing to give it up for you. I shall fulfill my duties this year and get married and you shall find a man who sees you not as a princess but as you, Jinni. Mum will offer the other party the dowry and they shall take it for their Prince who'll soon be my husband shall reside here, ruling alongside me." She reassured her younger sister, earning a smile from her in response. It broke her heart that she is currently in this situation and she can't find her way out.

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It is currently night time out in the woods of the border. It was blatantly quiet and almost nothing is to be heard other than owls and a few other sounds here and there. Not until Ben broke the silence as he was having the hardest time trying to fall asleep. They were laying down on a mattress as he nudged Joanne's shoulder snapping her out of her slumber. She snapped her eyes open and sat up to dart her vision towards the lad who was laying down while resting his head on his arms. She punched the lad's abdomen out of pure rage and stood up resting her hands on her waist glaring at the lad before deciding to sit on the mattress again.

"What do you want this time?! You know more than anyone that I've had quite a day trying to tidy this place up while you did absolutely nothing to contribute an ounce but annoy me throughout the day!" She complained brought about by sheer annoyance. He had been vexing her throughout the day, he even jumped straight at the very stream Joanne was fishing in, causing their dinner to be delayed for a few hours. After all, trying to survive in this kind of place by exploiting its resources proved to be difficult and it only got worse with Prince Ben's presence for he ruins practically everything so far. She was supposed to be enjoying this camping of her 's yet she's currently dealing with the last type of person she'd ever want to bring in this woods. She was cut off from her sleepy trance when the lad placed his hands on her thigh earning him yet another smack on his abdomen which he groaned in pain while holding his abdomen as he curved into a ball trying to minimize the pain he's currently struggling with.