SCARS AND BRUISES II fate : winx saga

wounds and healers

"He should be someone to heal wounds, not cause them."

Scar's POV:

"You've seemed to be surprised by having guests", Alexander starts the conversation with some smalltalk as we walk through the hallways into my living room. I wouldn't offer him to be in my bedroom but the office is too uncomfortable for a friendly conversation between a future couple. "I was. I didn't expect them to visit me here. Not yet", I answer honestly, "What's the matter for our conversation?" 

"As future husband and wife we should get to know each other, don't you think, princess? I can tell that you're not a fan of a politically beneficial marriage but we could turn the table and make use of the opportunity to make this decision willingly. Only if you'd like to get to know me as well of course." "Yes, I do", I instinctively reply without thinking about his wording so I choose my words wisely now, "I think this a great idea. Speaking of surprises and conversations, I wasn't aware that you know parts of my family." 

"Hasn't Saul talked to you about this before?" I shake my head so Alexander nods understandingly and sits down next to me. "He's been one of my teachers once but I mainly knew him through Stephen. We've been friends during our training as you know by now." "What happened that you're no longer friends?", I ask interestedly. Stephen wouldn't talk to me about it anyways. 

"Excuse me for the counterquestion but have you notices that he's enjoying your presence a little too much? We haven't separated on bad terms so I assume finding out it's me who's going to marry you is hard to understand for him." "Oh, you think he likes me?", I ask shocked about him understanding what's going on, "No, he wouldn't-" "Excuse me, princess, but I can tell when real emotions are involved. He's had a girlfriend during our time together so I know when he's interested in someone." 

"He knows that he couldn't be with me anyways and he's not as emotional to get high hopes", I reply unsurely hoping that Alexander wouldn't notice my interest. Stephen had a girlfriend? When did they leave for military training again? It could have been during a time when him and I were close. How could he- "Maybe that's even worse", Alexanders adds thoughtfully but changes his mood quickly and smiles at me, "Enough speaking of an another man. May I take you out on our first date tonight? Just you and I without any media of course." 

I'm still wondering about Stephen but I try to concentrate on Alexander. A date.. alright. I mean we would have to go on a date someday anyways. "What were you thinking of?" "I wouldn't want to go out with you to have other people watch us. How about we cook together instead and have a decent dinner? I'm not a bad cook and I'd like to have a longer conversation with you than a few minutes." 

"Alright", I agree and try to make our conversation a little easier as he's really trying to get to know me, "It's a good idea. It might surprise you but unlike the royal manners I'd die to have a great dinner." Just as I planned, he chuckles amused. "I may have noticed your lack of interest in royal rules but I promise I won't tell William." 

I smile gladly that he seems to enjoy these little jokes. Seems like we could get used to know each other. "Then I'll see you in the kitchen at seven. Don't forget your apron." I lean forward and on my tiptoes to kiss his cheek before turning away and leaving. Getting closer and having a date seems overdue.

I giggle when I meet Alexander back in the kitchen. Instead of his royal suit, he's wearing classic trousers and a loose shirt but it also defines is arm muscles more than before. What's making me giggle is the apron he's wearing. It's even printed with the colors of Sparx. "Now this is too much of a royal dresscode. No offense." 

Alexanders chuckles. "Alani gave this to me as a part of a welcome present. Someone must know that I enjoy some time in the kitchen." "That's sweet", I reply friendly, "I mean the gift part. But it's also great that you enjoy cooking." I still haven't greeted him in any way. Should I give him my hand? No, I didn't do that earlier. I just kiss him one the cheek once more. It's harmless. So I lean forward and up and feel his hand laying around my waist for the time that I need to kiss his cheek. 

"You look good by the way", Alexander smiles at me and I give him a surprised look. "This?", I ask pointing to my old shirt. "Yes, honestly. I'm sure I will like the real Scar a lot more than the princess. Anyone can wear royal clothes", he compliments me and also makes me blush, "Actually, I was told that I'd only see you in sportswear. You seemed to have worked hard for becoming a specialist." 

"Pretty hard. They wouldn't let me join the team until I won a fight against Riven and him and when I finally did, him and Sky persuaded Saul to let me be a part of the team." "Riven is a friend of Sky and you?" "He's my best friend and my ex boyfriend", I tell him honestly. I wouldn't want to start this relationship, whether fake or not, by lying. "That explains the look in his face", Alexander nods understanding, "Ex because he's not a royal or-" 

"Curious much, prince?", I mock him grinning. "Trying to get to know my future wife, princess", he mocks me back leaning forward. Okay, we're pretty close already. I have to admit, he's good looking anyways. Very good locking. That'd not be a reason for me to not marry him. Maybe I was too harsh to him. Knowing me I pretty much was too harsh. "Also you're Andreas' daughter, you must be a specialist", he continues but realizes that this topic might be too sensitive to me, "I'm sorry. I-" 

"No, it's fine", I interrupt him feeling better than I've expected, "I didn't know him that well." "He's still your father.. May I ask how you-" I sigh not wanting to talk about this topic in general because I'm very distant but I also want to give him this chance to understand me. 

"Compared to Sky, I've been hit hard when mom left and dad died. I can remember each moment in my life if I want to so I know how I felt around my parents but I also know how much it hurt me when they've been gone. When dad came back to Alfea, I was hoping for the father-daughter-relationship that I've remembered", I sigh laughing frustratedly, "We've had our ups and downs but it went really well right before he.. well, you know." 

I can tell that Alexander really feels sorry for me. I wouldn't even have to use my magic. The look in his eyes says it all. "I know that's the most random thing to say but I'm really sorry. I also understand that it's hard for you to speak about this so thank you for opening up to me", he whispers. He's also kinda close to me. Uh.. Should I.. Will he..? Yeah, he's leaning forward. But I'm not complaining. I'm leaning in as well and give in when he kisses me.