The Lost Princess

Chapter 2: James

Yah, I do! I exclaimed softly! Leora looked at me in surprise! If she only knew the powers that are about to unlock in the next few days as her birthday comes to an end. Sixteen! My dear sweet love will be sixteen the age all Royals get their powers! Ever since I learned of her from my parents and learned it would be my duty to find and protect her; to bring her home, I fell in love with her and now meeting her. Shes more than I ever dreamed! Ive been traveling for years to find her and now there was no denying that Leora was the lost Princess Ruby of the Star Kingdom! I could get lost in her bright jade green eyes for hours if she let me.

HELLO?! JAMES ARE YOU EVEN LISTENING TO ME? Anna was yelling at me?

Sorry I was lost in a jade forest.

Ugh lovebirds! Leora laughed as Anna facepalmed and shook her head. I couldnt help but smile. Her laugh was heavenly and I couldnt get enough of it!

Anna was asking if you wanted to join us this weekend for our end of the year beach party trip? Leoras question sparked shooting stars across my chest! Of course, I wanted to go but if I see any man look at her, I would go nuts. Its as if she didnt even notice all the attention, she brought to herself and if I see her in a bikini, I might just fall even more in love with her. Its my duty to protect her not date her.

I can sure try. I couldnt shut her down completely that would be rude! So, a not a yes not a no answer would have to do!

Oh please! You would love it! And besides who else would I dance with while Anna is flirting with all the guys? Okay now I definitely cant say no. Not while shes giving me those sad beautiful puppy dog eyes!

Okay! Ill come! Pick you up say around noon?

Sounds like a plan! Anna grinned!

Do you mind if I bring a friend, hes supposed to be coming over this weekend and I cant just ditch him.

HIM?! He can definitely come! Now Anna was jumping up and down while holding onto Leoras arm. Leora was laughing at Annas excitement. I could see the wheels turning in her head as she started to plan the events of this weekend without even consulting either Leora or I.

Arent you even going to ask him what his name is? Leora asked a hint of a tease in her voice. I couldnt help but smile at their banter.

Oh yah! James, what is his name? And is he hot?! Anna was now clutching Leoras arm in anticipation waiting for me to answer her questions.

Well, his name is Nicholas, Nick for short. I started to rub my chin pretending to think.

As for if hes hot or not, I couldnt answer that.

Oh, why not? Whined Anna. Leora was trying her best not to bust out laughing as I prolonged describing my best friend since we were in diapers!

Because dear Anna Im not into men! That and because Im biased when it comes to my best friend in the whole galaxy! Both girls lost it and started laughing their asses off at my words!

When will he be here? Leora asked innocently.

Tomorrow. He will be arriving at my place while we are in school and will be meeting us here afterwards. Anna squealed as I finished my sentence and Leora just rolled her eyes.

Im glad youll have someone youll know here with you. I guess that means you wont be needing me to show you how to get around. Leora stated a little hint of sadness in her voice.

Oh, I will always need you amica mea! Leora blushed as I pulled her close to me and ran my nose along her neck. Her smile was all I needed in this world. I knew I wouldnt see much of it when I bring her home, but just having it now I will cherish it for as long as I can.