7 Deadly Sins

1. Pride

"It's time for your snack, My Lady." Allen smiled as he walked into her twin's room, carrying a tray with a slice of cake and a glass of milk balanced on top.

Riliane was already sitting at her table, tapping a spoon on the table before realizing Allen walking. "Ah, Allen, For a moment, I thought you'd be late."

"Never, my lady" he chuckled. Setting down the tray on the table, he unloaded the cake and the glass, slightly in front of Riliane  He stepped back, bowed, tucked the tray under his arm and asked "Is there anything else you require?"

Riliane was quiet for a moment and replied "Yes, actually. Would you sit down?"

Allen was a little surprise of his sister's request but he obeyed. "What is it?" he asked, leaning forward on his arms.

Riliane cleared her throat. "I want you to go to the Land of Green for me, and investigate some rumors i've heard." She said in a business-like tone.

"What would that be, my lady? he questioned, leaning back in his chair.

"That the Prince of Blue has been noticed 'seeing' some women there. I want you to either prove or disprove these rumors. I'll have more orders for you afterwards" she instructed.

Allen closed his eyes and thought about it for a second, he signed and replied "All right, sister." He said in a slight nod. "I'll leave immediately."

"Good" Riliane smiled, glad that she'd got her way. "Tell the stable boy, Henry to give you a fast horse. Come back soon, Allen"

Allen just smiled, stood up and left the room. Before closing the door, he bowed to his sister and wispered quietly "My lady" before going off to pack a few things.

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Riliane tapped her foot in impatience. Allen had been gone for five whole days, not to mention the servant that took his place was always late with her afternoon snack. This made her mad, she now knows that Allen was the only trustworthy servant in this whole place.

The door opened, entered was her favourite servant "Allen!" she greeted him with a hug, trying not to knock the tray out of his hands. "Any news?"

Allen placed the tray in-front of Riliane. Today, it was a scone, covered in strawberry sauce. She took a bite, awaiting the news from Allen that she had been waiting for.

"The rumors are... somewhat true..." He said carefully.

Riliane hands clamped to fists, setting the fork down stiffly she said in an angry voice "Explain in further detail then that!"

Allen gasped. He noticed that she was angry at the Maiden of Green.

"The... Prince of Blue has been seeing the Maiden of Green." Len said gently.

Riliane stood up quickly, knocking over the chair behind her. "No!" she yelled, slamming her hands on the table. "Allen, don't you tell me that!"

Allen's eyes widened as he slowly backed away from her "Sister-"

"Allen, I want the Maiden of Green gone!" Riliane screamed. The plate containing the scone fell to the ground, shattering at her feet.

"Sister, calm yourself." Allen said, placing his hand on her arm.

"No!" she screamed, shacking her head and wrenching her arm from Allen's reach. Tears are streaming down her face. Allen would have to give in, he always did what she wanted.

Allen gasped. "I'm sure that if you spoke with the Prince of Blue-"

"I want her gone, Allen! Get rid of her!"