Princess Elizabeth Swann watched as the regal scene of Diana's betrothed, unfolded before her, her own thoughts for Diana and Theodore hidden, beneath a mask of composure. Her long, silky brown hair cascaded down her back, expertly woven into an intricate low crown braid. Delicate white pearls were interwoven into the braid, glimmering like stars amidst her lustrous hair. Strands of hair delicately framed her face, accentuating her doe-like brown eyes that shimmered with a mix of curiosity, concern and a bit of sadness. She couldn't help but feel a pang of sympathy for her friend, knowing that Diana's heart belonged to someone else entirely. With a subtle flick of her wrist, she untucked a strand of hair. Tactically, she swept her hair back into place while taking a glance over at Theodore, she noticed a mix of emotions playing on his face. In the depths of his startling silver eyes, she could read the unspoken depths that mirrored her own tumultuous thoughts. She had always been perceptive, and it was clear to her that he held more than just friendship for Diana. The secret wasn't hidden well enough for Elizabeth to not notice that Theodore carried a deep affection for the princess. Elizabeth had been friends with both Theodore and Diana since their childhood days. The memories of their shared adventures echoed through Elizabeth's mind, filling her with a bittersweet longing for the carefree days of their childhood. Together, they had formed an unbreakable trio, spending countless hours venturing into the depths of the ocean together. Elizabeth had often been the confidant for both of them, hearing Theodore's longing gazes, witnessing Diana's fleeting smiles and the flicker of joy in her eyes whenever she was around him. As Theo rushed out of the room Elizabeth's mind lingered upon Theodore's expression, Elizabeth felt torn between her loyalty to her friends and her sense of duty as a princess. The unspoken connection that existed between Theodore and Diana tugged at her heart, demanding her attention, and challenging the constraints of their predetermined destinies.
Written by Zilin
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Hunted
FantasyWritten in collaboration with Yong ( @WriterandReader_Yong), Juline, and Lucia. Having a magical ability and having to hide it is never easy - even when you're a merfolk.
