§•𝕾𝖙𝖎𝖑𝖑 𝕴𝖓𝖙𝖔 𝖄𝖔𝖚•§, 𝔗𝔢𝔠𝔥𝔫𝔬𝔟𝔩𝔞𝔡𝔢

§•𝕮𝖍𝖆𝖕𝖙𝖊𝖗 𝕿𝖜𝖔•§

(Your POV)

I was in my bedroom when I heard a faint knock on the door.

"Come in!"

The door creaked open as a castle maid slipped in.

"Hello princess" she said before stooping into a bow. "I came to remind you that the ball is in an hour..."

"Mmm yes don't worry, I have it under control"

"Of course your highness" she bowed her head and left my room.

"Well I guess I'll just wear this dress" I muttered. I quickly put some more jewelry on and my crown. Then, I made my way to the ballroom.

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I arrived at the ballroom. The ballroom was a huuuuge open area with long rectangular tables lining the sides There's a big area in the middle for people to dance. Past the dancing area and the tables, is a large flight of stairs that lead to a raised stage. On the stage, there is three thrones, one for me, my father and my mother. My father's being the one in the middle and the tallest, my mother's being on the left of my father's and second tallest and mine is the shortest and on the right of my father.

The ballroom was empty giving me time for some tomfoolery. I strode into the large area and danced on my own, swiftly swaying around the ballroom. Some time had passed and no one had arrived, so I went to my room to put together an outfit for my daring escape.

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I was sat on my bed relaxing and I heard someone burst into my room. My head shot up only to see another maid standing there.

"PRINCESS! There you are!" the maid huffed

"Pardon me?!"

"The ball begun 5 minutes ago! Everyone's been looking for you princess!"

"Oh I'm so sorry! I'll be on my way" I said while the maid ran out. Probably to tell my father I was still alive. This is what it's like being royal. 5 minutes late and everyone assumes you're dead.

I got up and fixed my dress. I strode out of my room and through the hallway to get to the ballroom. Taking a deep breath, I stepped in.

Immediately I saw heads turn towards me but I just walked down the ballroom to my throne so my father could start his speech. I sat down on my throne and my father begun.

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My father finally finished his talk and everyone was allowed to eat and dance. I got up from my throne and headed down to a secluded table meant especially for my family. After getting some food, I looked around and saw my father talking to what I assume is a prince. He was talking to him. Prince James of the Dralian empire. I hated this man. My dad had a very good alliance to his father's kingdom so he wanted me to get married to James. There's nothing necessarily wrong with him, I just don't have feelings for James. He just couldn't understand that apparently. I walked to the large doors to flee the ball but, I heard a tap on my shoulder.

"You seem to be in a hurry princess"

I turned around and of course, it was James's creepy ass.

"I just thought I saw something" I mumbled sternly.

"Care to dance?" He reached out his hand. I wanted to slap him and walk away. But since I would leave for the nether tomorrow, I thought this would get his hopes up. A little bit of spite doesn't hurt anyone...

I took his hand, placing my other hand on his shoulder, while his other hand slid to my waist. I internally cringed so much I thought I'd might puke.

"I can't believe your father is making us wait for our wedding. We're old enough."

"Calm down James, I'm only 17"

"Well what does a princess have more to do then get married and rule a kingdom?" He asked in an annoyed voice in disguise. I smirked smugly imagining his face when he would find out I went to the nether. Take that James

"That's enough" I said as we both came to a halt. It had only been a few minutes but I need this man away from me.

"Someone doesn't want to dance. Princesses flock towards me day and night, I can't believe you don't show an interest in your future husband"

Well all princesses are looking for a prince to marry. You aren't attractive or special. Get a grip dude.

I physically gagged making my way to a table. The coast was clear so I made a break for it to the door. Fortunately, I slipped out and the guards, my father, my mother and all the guests were none the wiser I was gone. I made my way to my bedroom, changing into a white night gown and planning everything in my escape while in bed.

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It was now midnight. The ball had ended and everyone should be asleep in the castle. Except for the guards but I can get passed them. When I was little, I has a trainer who taught me how to fight with swords, axes, bows, crossbows etc. I might be a little rusty...but it's fiiiine. The nether can't be that dangerous anyway....

Can it?

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Word count: 881 words

(I updated this chapter as I wanted to add a prince lover for more to the story. Sorry if I caused any confusion xoxo)