Hosie~ One Shots

A Royal Romance

Once upon a time in the big palace of Mystic Falls, Princess Hope Mikaelson gazed out of her chamber window, her heart heavy with longing. Despite the grandeur that surrounded her, she felt trapped by the confines of her royal duties. Her days were filled with endless banquets, diplomatic meetings, and royal functions, leaving little time for the pursuits of her own heart.

Hope's thoughts often wandered to the world beyond the palace walls, to the bustling village below where ordinary people lived their lives free from the constraints of royalty. It was there that she believed she would find the adventure and love that had eluded her within the palace walls.

One evening, as the sun dipped below the horizon, Hope's thoughts turned to the upcoming royal ball—the most anticipated event of the year. It was an occasion where nobles and commoners alike would come together to celebrate, and where Hope hoped to find a connection that transcended the boundaries of class and status.

As the night of the royal ball arrived, the palace was transformed into a glittering spectacle of lights and music. Guests from far and wide arrived in their finest attire, eager to partake in the festivities.

Amidst the crowd of guests, Hope's eyes fell upon a figure unlike any other—a young woman standing at the edge of the ballroom, her eyes wide with wonder as she took in the glory of her surroundings. Despite her humble attire, there was a radiance about her that drew Hope in like a moth to a flame.

Determined to seize the opportunity before her, Hope made her way across the ballroom, her heart pounding with anticipation. As she approached the mysterious woman, she felt a surge of courage well up within her.

"May I have this dance?" Hope asked, extending her hand to the young woman with a smile.

The woman's eyes widened in surprise, her cheeks flushing with color as she nodded eagerly. "I would be honored, Your Highness."

As they danced beneath the twinkling chandeliers, Hope and the young woman felt a connection unlike anything they had ever experienced before. Their movements were fluid and graceful, as if they had been dancing together for a lifetime.

"You dance like an angel, my dear. What is your name?" Hope asks as she stares deeply into her chocolate crown eyes.

She blushes. "Thank you, Your Highness. My name is Josie Saltzman."

Hipe looks at her mesmerized. "Josie, what a beautiful name. It suits you perfectly."

Josie smiles at the compliment. "And you, Princess Hope, dance as though you were born to it. It's as if the music flows through your veins."

Hope smiles at her. "Perhaps it does, Josie. When I'm with you, I feel as though I can be myself, free from the expectations of my station."

But as the night wore on and the music faded into the night, Hope knew that their time together was drawing to a close. She longed to spend more time with Josie, to learn everything about her and the world she inhabited.

As the clock struck midnight, Hope and Josie found themselves alone in the moonlit garden, their hearts heavy with the knowledge that their time together was fleeting. Hope knew that she had to return to the palace before her absence was noticed, but she couldn't bear to part with Josie so soon.

"I must go, Josie," Hope said, her voice sounded with regret. "But I promise that I will find a way for us to be together again."

Josie nodded, her eyes brimming with unshed tears. "I will wait for you, Hope. No matter how long it takes."

With a heavy heart, Hope turned and made her way back to the palace, her mind filled with thoughts of Josie and the love that had bloomed between them. She knew that she would stop at nothing to find a way to be with her once more, no matter the obstacles that stood in their way.

In the days that followed, Hope embarked on a quest to find a way for her and Josie to be together. She sought the advice of wise sages and consulted ancient tomes in search of a solution to their predicament.

But no matter how hard she searched, Hope could not find a way to bridge the divide between their worlds. The palace guards stood watch over the kingdom day and night, making it impossible for Hope to slip away unnoticed.

Desperate for a solution, Hope confided in her most trusted advisor, her loyal friend and confidante, Landon. Together, they devised a plan to reunite Hope and Josie once and for all—a plan that would require cunning, bravery, and a dash of magic.

On the night of the next royal ball, Hope and Landon put their plan into action. With Landon's help, Hope disguised herself as a commoner and slipped out of the palace unnoticed, determined to find Josie and profess her love once more.

As she made her way through the village, Hope's heart raced with anticipation. She knew that time was of the essence, and that she had to find Josie before it was too late.

Finally, after what felt like an eternity, Hope arrived at the cottage where Josie lived. With trembling hands, she knocked on the door, her heart pounding in her chest as she waited for Josie to answer.

And then, to her relief and joy, the door swung open, revealing Josie standing on the threshold, her eyes wide with surprise.

"Hope?" Josie gasped, disbelief written across her features. "What are you doing here?"

Hope took a step forward, her eyes shining with determination. "I couldn't stay away any longer, Josie. I love you, and I will do whatever it takes to be with you."

Tears welled up in Josie's eyes as she reached out to take Hope's hand. "I love you too, Hope. More than anything in this world."

In that moment, as they stood together on the threshold of Josie's cottage, Hope and Josie knew that their love was true—that nothing could stand in the way of their happiness.

And as they embraced beneath the moonlit sky, Hope felt a sense of peace wash over her—a sense of belonging that she had never felt before.

For in the arms of the woman she loved, Hope had found her true home. And together, they would begin a new adventure—a journey filled with love, laughter, and the promise of a happily ever after.