Alethea is a kind soul trying to navigate a chaotic world while searching for her place in it. When she discovers she's the lost princess of a vanished planet, her life becomes even more complicated, forcing her to confront a destiny she never asked...
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Alethea's POV:
I gazed out of the window of the Red Fountain ship, the dark sky stretching endlessly as we soared through the night. Bloom's head rested on my lap, her breathing steady, the quiet only disturbed when she suddenly stirred, a tremor running through her body. Instantly, my focus shifted to her.
"Hey..." I said, my voice calm as I nudged her gently to wake her. I paused when she stirred, her eyes snapping open, wide with panic.
"Oh no!" She shot up, her voice laced with fear, her hands trembling. "It can't be true, there has to be a way!"
I reached out, steadying her with a firm, comforting grip. "Nothing happened," I stated, my tone calm but reassuring.
Bloom's breath caught in her chest, and she exhaled shakily, visibly relieved. "That was seriously scary."
Stella, ever the pragmatist, offered a simple explanation, her tone calm and assured. "You're just nervous about Sky's party," she said, giving Bloom a measured look. "I mean, it's not every day your boyfriend introduces you to an entire planet of people. Plus, you'll be spending time with his royal parents."
"I know, but what if they don't like me?" Bloom's voice wavered, her insecurity creeping through. "What if they think I'm not good enough?"
Sky smiled at her, his expression soft but firm. "They'll love you, Bloom. Just like I do." His words were simple but spoke with conviction.
Flora, standing a few feet away, offered a soft, encouraging smile. "That's so sweet."
Before Bloom could respond, a brilliant flash of light outside the ship caught my attention. I looked out, noticing the sudden eruption of colors lighting up the dark sky.
"What was that?" Silas' voice broke through, his tone even but carrying a hint of intrigue. He squinted out the window, clearly taken aback by the spectacle.
Sky chuckled, giving Silas a firm pat on the back. "It's just part of the enchanted fireworks show they use to welcome guests."
Brandon's eyes lit up with excitement. "This is going to be the best party ever!"
Musa added eagerly, "I heard there's going to be a realm-famous orchestra!"
I nodded absently, my thoughts more focused on what the night held. "I heard they're bringing a cake that's fifty feet high."
Bloom glanced at me with a small smile, the amusement evident in her expression. "Promise you'll stay with me the whole time?"
"Promise," I replied, my voice steady, with no hesitation. "I think you'll be fine without me and the girls. You've got those princess skills now."
