Earth and Sky

Chapter 3

Araquiel

My morning consisted of make-up, gowns, and seating arrangements. Last minute preparations were being made so that everybody would be comfortable- except for me. I hold onto my bed post as my maid, Ella pulls my corset on. My mother sits on my bed, talking about all of the bachelors at the party. They seem to stress my marriage. My mother and Blaze were eighteen when they wed, while Adamina was twenty-one. I would rather fall in love first then fall in love afterwards. I climb into my skirt and slip on my top and shoes. I spin around slowly to show off to my mother and Ella. Ella curls my hair and sets jewels into it. She paints my face with skin whitener and then brushes on eyeliner and mascara. She paints my lips a soft, delicate pink. My mother steps forwards with jewels in her arms. She sets the pearls and diamonds over my chest, hair, ears, and arms. Finally she hands me a ring.

"Out of your entire costume, this is the most important. This pearl is priceless. While being beautiful, it's one of the most poisonous objects on Earth. Be careful and only use it in cases of emergencies." She slips the ring over my now trembling finger." Now let's go see your father."

All of my lessons for the day were cancelled and I could do as I pleased with my family and friends. I had requested a seating with my father. He seems tired now days, like something is bothering him. I worry about him and try to help him in any way I can. I stroll into his office and take a seat. He hurriedly finishes what he was writing then sits up to face me. He stands up and spreads his arms out to me. I take the hint and rush towards him, squeezing him tightly.

"You look beautiful honey. Have you made any of your birthday wishes yet?"

I shake my head. "I'm going to do a couple after each meeting."

He laughs. For a few minutes he tells me jokes and I tell him stories. Though it was fun, I was starting to run into my next meeting time. When my Father notices my constant staring at the door he laughs.

He nods and kisses my head. "Go on child, go have fun!"

I smile at him and race out of the room. Next on my list is Aunt Adamina and Uncle Sage.

'I wish for a year of happiness within my kingdom.'

The door swing open as I arrive. I step in and sink into a low curtsy.

"Princess Adamina, Sir Sage, I have requested a meeting with you today."

Adamina laughs and does a curtsy while Sage bows. I look around their sleeping quarters to see if they left any presents out for me. Sadly, they didn't. But I was still excited for the rest of the day. We chatted for a bit before I left.

'I wish for my friends and family to be healthy.'

Now for the children. They scramble around me, pulling me into hugs and kisses. They spin me around to look at my dress and tell me jokes. Finally, it's time to go.

"I wish that someday, I will be a great ruler."

My final wish to Mother Earth was done.