The past (new version)

Chapter 9

Jess pov.
After searching and searching there is literally no way out. I'm currently in the castle's library reading. There's not much to do around here but read. I've been looking on the shelves to find any information on him. So far I've found 3 books. I did find a secret room. Before I could go in it he came and I was escorted back to my room. So I'm trying again I just need him to go to the meeting he had planned for today. I don't know what he's planning but it can't be good. All the worlds largest criminals in one room can never be great. After pulling the book back and disappearing behind the bookshelf I walk down the small dim hallway. At the end of the hall there's a small room where a single table is in the middle. Walking towards the table I noticed something on top. Grabbing it I realized it dusty so I blow it off. I didn't know what type of book it was because it was just a solid brown cover with sheets between. Just as I was about to open it my name was called. "Jessica!" I hurried down the hall hiding the book under my dress. Making sure the book was hidden and the coast was clear I emerged from the room. "Jessi- there you are. Where were you?" Herobrine ask me walking closer so that we're eye to eye. His soulless eyes pouring into mine. "No where. I was here the whole time." Obviously he didn't buy my lie but surprisingly he didn't press me any further. "Go freshen up we have guest coming over in an hour. There will be a party to celebrate our engagement before the wedding in a couple days." I walk away to go shower. Rubbing the hot water into my long, brown hair I instantly relax. After feeling enough cleanliness and relaxation I turn of the water and grab my towel. I walk into my closet. I decided to go with a classic gold colored dress to complement my almond skin tone. Tossing on some slippers, no one's gonna see my feet. I pull my hair into a bun and head downstairs where I hear a lot of commotion. "There she is, the beautiful bride-to-be." I scan the room. There's a lot of people here, powerful people. Not even I knew half of them. I go into the kitchen where there's less people and sit at the counter bored out of my mind. "Jessica hey." Without looking who said hi I waved and continued eating my grapes. Suddenly a flash of red caught my eye. "Romeo." His eyes frown. "It's admin." I laugh and throw up my hands. "So hows your night?" I look around then respond. "Well despite me being surround people who are extremely powerful yet I know nothing about, I've been by myself eating grapes all night. I'm bored as hell." I plop another grape in my mouth. He lifts my chin to look at him. "Well how about we make this night more enjoyable?" Before I could respond he's slammed against the wall with an arm around his neck. "Romeo how many times do I have to tell you to stay away from my wife?" Herobrine has him pinned against the wall. "She isn't your wife, hell I bet she doesn't even want this stupid marriage. She isn't Alex." I looked at him. Is he really that stupid to say that. Suddenly the whole house started to shake. "Romeo what the fuck dude? Are you trying to die?" I yell at him holding onto the table for support. "Someone had to say it." He shrugs his shoulders. I go over to pry his hands from around Romeo's neck. Suddenly I found myself on the ground. Feeling stinging in my cheek I bring my hand up to feel it realizing I've just been hit. I feel a single, two, then multiple tears fall down my face. Looking up a T them. Romeo quickly shook his head then pointed at Herobrine who was looking down at me. Not giving him any satisfaction I run upstairs to my room. Going into my bathroom I began removing my makeup and putting on pajamas. I put a cold towel on the mark. Exiting my bathroom I walk over towards my bed to sleep. That's when I see them. Those eyes. "What?" I ask him annoyed. "I've come to apologize. It was wrong of me to hit you and react the way I did." He stands up taking my hand pulling me with him. He kisses me gently. I had to bite my tongue to stop myself from cursing, keeping in mind I'm supposed to be "in love". He pulls me closer, with an arm around my waist kissing me once more. Soon we were interrupted by a knock at the door. Growling he stomps towards the door. "This better be life threatening." He swings open the door. "Sir, the book is gone." Says the guard cowering in fear. He punches the wall. "Guard her door!" With that he slams my door closed and rushes down the hall. Walking towards the bathroom I close the door and turn on the shower water. I pull out the book and began skimming the pages but stop at an map and a particular paragraph. After reading it a couple times I began to think. He's mortal until we tie the knot then he becomes immortal and all powerful. He's just strong right now. So he can be killed. I hear shouting in the distance. Quickly I turn off the water, hid the book in the trash and run into bed. I see the shadows of feet run past my door. I quickly close my eyes as someone opens my door a little. When they leave I go get the book out and began tracing the map onto a piece of paper. When I'm finished I place the book back into the trash. I hide the map into one of my shoes and lay down. I fall asleep with one thing on my mind. Planning for my escape.