Another World

Chapter 27

The meeting is over and everyone heads back to their headquarters. I greet Quinton and Auriella. They look suspicious enough to predict something... suspicious! I run into Austin and greet him. He wishes me that tonight will be wonderful because it's the last night here on introduction to the kingdom. I enter my room with my back to everything. The moment I turn around, I see Jake sitting on a velvet red and black chair, studded with Swarovski crystals. He's wearing a tuxedo and holding a black rose. A black rose? His eyes are like a whirlpool. I just want more. What kind of feeling is this? Does it even exist? I know that the past is there, it will never change but it feels like the future is seeking for me. For once, I'm looking forward to the future. I know it's going to be beautiful and joyful. I also know there will be ups and downs but we'll get through it. Together.

"Good afternoon Princess." He gives me that smile again. Oh, it's irresistible! Now that's a Colgate smile! I don't know why but I notice that every tooth is perfectly shaped and satin white. Every tooth except the ones on the sides. It's so sharp. Was it there before? I don't think so. Whatever!

"Good afternoon Jake. Why are you dressed up?"

"Well, you know it's the last night here. This week." He shoots his eyes towards the roof and smiles again. Innocently.

"What exactly does that mean?"

"Dresses, tiaras, diamonds, music, cake."

I surely know what that means! I run into his arms and hug him so tightly that he begins to resist. I let go and ask him if I hurt him. He says no and his head moves closer to mine. Just as we're about to kiss, I turn my head so that he kisses my cheek instead of my lips. "Not too fast..." I tell him. He picks me up and carries me to my closet.

"Now show me your prettiest dress." He says and puts me down. I open the doors and know exactly what gown I'm going to wear. It's beige, at the top, lace covers my cleavage up to my neck. The sleeves are maroon lace, working its way into the beige at the neck. From my cleavage down, I wear a corset that laces close in the front. From my waist, 5 layers of chiffon hang over each other down to my ankles. I put on everything but I ask Jake to help me with the corset. I push tightly at the sides as he laces up. At the front. It's embarrassing but he told me to just look into his eyes. It really helps to just stop and stare. When he's done, he makes a tight knot at the bottom. I flinch at the feeling. It's really tight.

"Are you alright? Is it too tight?"

"I'm not lying, but yes. I'm dying!" I never knew it's so tight. Poor women.

He quickly unties the knot and loosens the grip. I exhale slowly and smile. It's so much better than before. When he's done, I take his hands and thank him. "It's a pleasure to help you, my lady." One thing I really adore is that he's a real gentleman. He could've been the king! He is gentle, kind, loving and sweet.

"Go sit on your new throne, I have a surprise for you!"

"Okay, but you shouldn't have!" I say. I go to the new chair and admire the creativity and handwork put into it. At the wooden head-piece, QUEEN ISABELLE II is carved in. The legs are made of glass! It's so beautiful. I have never seen anything like it before. I sit down carefully, it looks so fragile but yet it's so stable and comfortable! Jake comes walking with a big black box in his arms. He puts it down in front of me and bows. "Don't bow! Your back will start to ache!" He gestures for me to open it. I bend down and push a large golden button. I'm startled by its movement! Every little folding and drawer inside flips to the outside, carrying make-up inside! There are mirrors everywhere!

"OMG! Jake!" I scream loudly. I sound like a cat shrieking! I stand up and walk to him.

I hug him and then he whispers into my ear, "Now make yourself feel like a Queen."

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