Vampire's Bride

Deal for a Deal

Standing in front of Arthur truly scared me. He was magnificent and gorgeous. My brown eyes, wavy brown hair, and light brown skin is nothing compared to him. His hair was ruffled, wavy and chestnut. I could've sworn his hair would be silky to the touch. His eyes were as cold as ice, till he looked at me then they lightened to an ocean green. He was tall, possibly 6'2? Beautiful pale skin. He's super old too, if he heard me think that he'd be mad. He's like turning 521. Well this being 2025 he's turning 521 years old means he's born in 1504 and according to an autobiography he was born October 31st, so he's quite old. I can only imagine how mature he must be. With an age like that comes maturity and wisdom beyond comprehension by someone my age. He had a very chiseled jaw-line and was dressed in a red suit. He is just so damn...attractive.

He smiled "King Miguel, may I come in to discuss business with you and Princess Elena?"

His voice was so gentle, firm, soft, and flourishing it made me want to run into his arms and kiss him. But dad would murder me for getting the hots for a Vampire. Plus that's so unprofessional.

"Of course, King Arthur" my father was scared of Arthur and it was easy to tell.

When Arthur's back was turned, admiring our palace my father pulled me aside and whispered "Be on your best behavior!"

Arthur chuckled "Don't worry Princess, I don't want your hand in marriage."

He gently took my hand, his skin was so soft and cold, then he kissed it "It's an honor to see you again Princess. It's been a very long time."

I smile "I'm pleased to see you again, King Arthur."

"You are extravagantly beautiful as usual."

I grin "and you're as ravishing as usual."

He turns to father "Anyway, I haven't come to bask in your daughter's beauty."

My father nervously smiles "Of course..."

"Well, anyway Jenoviah has declared war on Rolumpus."

My jaw drops "Wait- why?!"

He smiles "They believe our traditions are...pathetic. The way we don't prey on the innocent."

My father frowns "So what do you want?"

"Well, I've come to ask if Persiania will assist Rolumpus in war."

I cut my father off before he could speak "Oh my gosh! Yes! We'll help!"

My father curses under his breath "King Arthur, please excuse us."

He pulls me by my arm to a corner "Are you out of your mind!?"

"Not completely enough to refuse. Jenoviah has always been a threat and by helping Rolumpus we can strengthen our alliances and create a good reputation with Rolumpus."

"We'd risk healthy good men in a worthless fight between Vampires!!"

"Who said anything about our army?" I smiled.

He looked at me confused for a minute "I'm not risking the first heir to the throne based on what you want to do for Rolumpus."

"Either way, I'm going."

"I'll give the throne to your sister if you refuse to marry Chief Jacob."

I pause "My cousin!?"

"Yes."

"Ew."

"It is a Kingstonian tradition."

I sigh "Fine, I'll marry him."

Well I'll be stationed over in Rolumpus so hopefully he forgets about my 'agreed marriage'.

We both say "Deal" and walk back over to Arthur.

He smiles except this time his fangs are visible, it doesn't bother me of course. I have Werewolf canines. But my father, on the other hand, stumbles in fear.

I take over his speech "King Arthur, my father and I have considered your vulnerable state of need. But, our country doesn't work for free."

He takes my hand "I admire that aspect of this Kingdom...." he kisses my hand "Whatever is it you'd like?"

"Our Kingdom doesn't necessarily need anything but we will need a foreign debt profit."

He smiles "Smart girl" and sighs "Thank you, Elena."

I blush "Of course, I'm only trying to rebuild the alliance that..." I look at my father with narrowed eyes "people before me destroyed."

"I'll cooperate" he takes my hand and kisses it.

Jacob comes from the hallway "King Arthur of Rolumpus! It's certainly splendid seeing you again!"

Werewolves and Vampires have never gotten along since the dawn of time. Though for a while now, King Arthur and Chief Jacob have been trying to put their differences aside so they could live in what Arthur refers to as 'harmony'.

Arthur titled his head towards Jacob "Hello to you too, Jacob."

You know, from this angle Arthur's face looks perfect. Or I could perhaps be exaggerating his beauty.

He looks back at me "And thank you, Princess Elena...I know how hard it is trying to clean up a mess made before you."

I blush "Just trying to make the best out of the worst."

Arthur flashes his fangs and my father jumps behind me. God why are his teeth so perfect too?!?!

Arthur and Jacob laugh together and I follow with a smile "You live with three people that have fangs, how are you scared?"

Father stutters "It's a Vampire for crying out loud!"

Arthur comes behind me within a blink of an eye and puts a hand on my shoulder "You have till 3:30pm to get packed" I nod at his soothing voice and his eyes turn piercing green once again "I'll see you at 5am tomorrow, I'm going to be busy the rest of tonight."

I space off then snap back to reality "Can I bring my wolf, Artemis?"

He rolls his eyes "Wolves..."

I laugh "You want me around, thing is I'm not a wolf, I'm a Werewolf."

He sighs "Fine, but make sure it doesn't shed everywhere."

Dad clears his throat "Chief Jacob I have a question..."

Jacob looks worried immediately "Yes, sir?"

"Elena being released to Rolumpus has one 'con' to it. She can't go unless you agree to it."

Jacob raises an eyebrow "What is it?"

"You must agree to marry her."

Jacobs mouth drops "What?! You're joking right!?"

I stood behind my father and mouthed to Jacob "Just go with it, I'll clean up that mess another day."

Jacob read my lips and sighed "Ok, fine."

Arthur conceals a small frown as if a war is only one intention he had with me.

Father smiles "Well I'm off to tell your mother the great news."

"Goodbye, father."