Crimson Pawn (C!Dream x Fem!Reader)

Eighteen - Love Letters

TW: Swearing, Intense Arguing (God, this one got a little sad. Sorry in advance)

Y/N's POV

You opened your eyes for what felt like the first time in years. Your hand was in someone else's, they were bringing it to their lips. You looked up to see Dream standing there. But this wasn't just Dream, no. This was King Dream.

I'm back here again?! FUCK! What is it this time?

"Princess, you look beautiful as ever," He smiled.

"Thank you, your highness. To what do I owe the pleasure of your visit?" You quickly responded. God, not royal talk again. You were going to have to make some serious shit up to get past this fucker.

"I've come to discuss the newly recaptured kingdom of Doulian, that has been claimed under the name "L'Manburg" by your brothers, Prince William and Prince Theseus. Might we find a private room to discuss this?" He asked politely, looking behind you. You turned to find Karl examining the room. You looked to him, wide-eyed.

"Of course, give me one moment with Lord Karlton. We were just finishing our discussion when you arrived," You explained. You walked confidently over to him and grabbed his outstretched hand. He immediately used his powers.

"Oh my god, what happened? Why are we here?" You gasped, letting your anxiety creep in.

"I-I don't know, I was just eating a late night snack! What about you?" He questioned.

"I was unconscious!" You yelled, pacing. You mumbled the next part. "Because of some dumb curse.... that I let loose and couldn't control...."

"Ok, ok. Let's figure this out. You need to meet with Dream privately, maybe he could lead you to the person or thing? It can't be him this time since you touched him, and we started back in the same place. Maybe this world is trying to tell us something?"

"No, no. It can't be! It's just a coincidence. I'm sure of it," You said. You in fact were not sure, but decided to follow his advice. "Alright, you'll unfreeze time and leave. I'll stay here with King Dream and talk to him about this new kingdom or whatever. Meet me in my room, if anyone comes into the room, hide behind the dresses in the closet. I'll be there as soon as I can."

"Sounds like a plan. See you soon, Princess Y/N," He joked, grabbing your hand and unfreezing time. "Thank you, Princess Y/N. It's been an honor."

"Shall you need anything else, you know where the palace is. You are dismissed, my Lord," You said, watching the doors close Karl out of the room. Thud. "You have the floor, your majesty."

"The princes have caused quite a ruckus, Princess," He said, pulling out a map and spreading it for you to see. "They have taken the abandoned kingdom east of my nation and have been stealing away citizens in broad daylight in the town square with promise of freedom. My kingdom has started protests against my rule, and the uproar has left me with 15% less of my total population, and threats of war have been issued. If war does break out, I need to know that the Winged Legion army stands with us. Otherwise I will have no choice but to send troops into your kingdom as well."

"Your majesty, I can't help but think that this is a matter to be discussed with my father," You answered. "But I suppose that, for the good of the civilians, we will side with you. I cannot promise troops or resources, but we will not attack on behalf of the princes. If those imbeciles are going to start a war, then they can finish it."

"I completely agree," He smiled. He rolled the map up and put it back in a put it back in a pocket under his cape. "Thank you, Princess. Oh, and here's this. I hope to see you soon."