The Ball Night

Path to Recovery

Jackie's P.O.V

I stared at Catherine, I know she's trying to help me, heck save me but I don't want her to marry a man by force. Moving away might be the best option, marring a man and keeping it is no walk in the park I understand. But she'll eventually go mad, just like I would.

Now I'm here, watching the love of my life crumble right in front of me. I was suppose to save her from this hell whole, keep her safe, but it all went tumbling down. What am I even doing?

Catherine is trying to save me, heck keep both of us alive! And here I am being selfish and ignorant. I limp towards her and hover to grasp her hand.

She looks up, her glassy eyes reflecting my ugly, bruised face. I stood her up and wiped her tears." Please open the cell door." I said.

She nodded and went away until the guard appeared and opened the gate. It creaked open, and in a flash Catherine was in my arms. I wrap my arms around her, I ignored the shots of pain through out my body.

I began to hum and rock each other. I laid my forehead on her shoulder and slowly moved my hand up her arm and to her hand. I gripped it and I placed the other hand on her waist.

She soon rested her hand on my shoulder and we began to slowly move around the cell. We took little steps at a time, spinning each other in such a calm matter. We spun and danced until I gave out and fell to the floor in exhaustion.

Catherine eventually left after staying for so long. Not a lot of words uttered between us but the comfort of silence was peaceful. Before leaving she swore that I will have the daily bases of food and water.

So now it was just-" Jesus kid I've never seen such a strong connection between two lovers." I look towards Bill. I almost forgot he was here, and probably heard or seen everything. I look down," So you've heard everything huh?" I said.

He chuckles," Its like watching a romantic-drama act. Never have I seen such a sentimental moment, you guys just argued out of nowhere, then suddenly you're twirling yourselves around the cell room! Jeez, how old are you?" Bill rants, using his hands to express his words and his eyes twinkle.

I smile,"14 years old." I could of sworn Bill was going to do a flip, his expression was so relevant to everything thats occurring in my life.

Catherine's P.O.V

"Please make sure the two cell holders get enough food and water, especially the new one." I said, ending with a bow. The guard nods and I carried on until no one could see me. I went to the closest room and grabbed a chair. I sat and closed my eyes, Jackie and I never argued, but all couples argue, right?

But she seemed different, her face and eye shine with excitement. Like as if she was going to tell me something, well i cant go back, I'm only allowed once a day. Now I have to walk around the whole Kingdom with a guard breathing on my neck. I mean, it is love right?

It's something so strong but forbidden. Am I ill? No, no, maybe? I stopped walking, And? So what if it was an illness, it wouldn't be an illness if both of us are having the same feeling.

No, this is love, I know this is love. I walked inside my room and laid on the bed, facing the ceiling. I can't get that urge out of my chest, the urge to hold her forever. Why must it be this way? They say i can love who ever I wanted, yet they said its forbidden?

I sign," My dear Jackie, i'm so sorry." After some lonesome moments alone, I stood up and decided to have a talk with father. I walked down the hall, servants and maids looking my way with blank stares. I look down, feeling uncomfortable and cold.

I made it to the front door of my fathers office, a war of thoughts running in my head, telling me the pros and cons of going in.

With enough courage I open the huge door slowly, the creek echoing.