The Game Of Love

Chapter Four

It's been two days and I have already learned Penelope is not their daughter.

The first obvious clue is the fact that my hair is red and my eyes are a different color. The second was that I was told to stay on a 2 day best rest, but it feels more like they are hiding me. The maids are hesitant and quiet, while I have guards at my door. It seems like she does not have a good relationship with her family.

I also learned that me being alive changed the game completely.

Apparently the only reason Seraphina married the crown prince was because her sister died.

Since I survived that means I am to marry him.

I don't know the full details, but Penelope's family made a deal with the royalty to offer both their daughters. Apparently the crown prince chose me. There is only one problem.

I don't want to marry the crown prince.

I looked around at my empty room, still trying to believe reality. It feels amazing ro have a chance to be here, but what about my old life?

Knock Knock

I looked over to my door to see a young lady coming inside. She didn't look like any of the other maids that I saw before. Her eyes showed kindness as she bowed before me.

"Hello my lady, I have missed you. I am glad to see you are well again," she smiled.

I tried to think about who it could be when it hit me. I remember a small maid that missed Penelope dearly after her death. Apparently after she died, she ran from the household and disappeared. Since she was only a maid, it never explained anything else.

"You are too kind. Unfortunately I seem to have memory loss after the ordeal. There is so many things I can't remember anymore, even you," I sighed.

If I act like it's memory loss, no one would be suspicious. She looked up at me with a smile.

"My name is Didi and I am your handmaiden."

"I love that name," I complimented.

She did a small laugh as a tear fell on her cheek.

"I'm sorry my lady, but you said the same thing when we first met."

"Well I guess some things never change," I laughed.

Didi nodded before coming to get me ready for the day. Today I was finally leaving my room, because my father requested me. Maybe I can see how they really feel about Penelope.

"My lady, what color dress would you like?" She asked.

I never wore anything like this before. I wouldn't even know what would be the right choice.

"Surprise me Didi, I trust you."

"Of course, my lady."

After 2 hours, I was finally ready. I wore a beautiful magenta gown with black heels. My red hair was down, with small black jewels forming the shape of a crown. My make-up was perfect. I looked like a real princess.

"You did great Didi. I knew I could count on you," I smiled.

Didi bowed before she got the door to escort me to my father's study. I felt nervous as we got closer. My heart was pounding fast. What if her own family poisoned her?

What if they do it again?

Once we got to the doors, Didi knocked softly. After a few minutes I hear a low voice call out.

"You may enter," he said.

I nodded to Didi, as thanks for bringing me here. I took a deep breath as I opened the doors to see my father.

Lets see what Penelope's family is really like.