Freedom from Paradise

5

Tara's point if view

I woke up and I was starving I didn't get to eat much last night since I had to greet everyone, dance with my father, and mingle with the bachelors. I rung the little bell that was on my bedside table. Kate rushed in," Morning miss Tara. I was ordered to have you dresses and presented downstairs within the hour for breakfast. Your parents have a visitor that needs attention. Into the bathroom miss. Hustle!"

Kate rarely spoke like a maid, but when she did I listened for I knew it was important. I scurried into the bathroom and peeled off all of my clothes. I took a very quit shower brushed my teeth and scampered to my huge walk- in closet. Kate was holding up four dresses. I choose the floral mid-calf gown with what I called fairy sleeves. I love black, but I need color too. Kate brushed and braided my hair. I looked throw my favorite cupboard and found a simple tiara. Kate slid it into my hair. " Kate what is going on? You seem so tense."

" Tara it is not my place to tell you. Please hurry. You are to meet everyone in the Family Dining Hall. Now move along. "

"Ok. I'm going"

I scrambled out the door and flew to the dining hall. I slowed my speed, but only to calm my breathing. I opened the door and walked purposefully to my seat. There were four seats. My father and our guest rose, since it was proper and all. The guest turned and looked at me. I held in a gasp. Our guest was Zeke. And he was sitting beside me. He pulled out my chair and scooted me in. I avoided eye contact with everyone and waited to be spoken to.

"Tara! I have a question for you." Zeke spoke out.

"Yes?" I returned to eating my eggs.

" How would you like to travel the world and come see live at my palace for a while?" He grinned like a school boy.

"Well, Zeke, that depends on quite a few things. " I countered.

" Like?"

" Would Bentley be able to join us? Could I take my maid, Kate? How long would we be gone? When would we leave?"

"Would Bentley be able to join us? Yes! Could you take Kate? Yes! How long would we be gone? As long as you wish. When would we leave? Today!" He smiled approving his decisions.

" Now dear, you don't have to go. We know that you love living in this paradise." My father interjected.

" If you all would excuse me I have some packing to do. Thank you for the invitation Zeke." I sprinted through the halls and ran to me room. Maids were already busy packing gowns and gowns and more gowns. I managed to sneak in my secret stash of clothes thanks to Kate. She was now off packing her bags. After seeing the progress in my room I made my way to the stables. Grooms were packing everything Bentley would need on this trip. I help calm my horse while they moved in and out of his stall preparing to put him in a trailer.

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When I was finally ready I walked to the courtyard. I hugged my mother and father separately and then together. I saw my mom sniffling, but chose to ignore it. I turned to the two black SUVs and pickup and trailer. I saw Zeke holding the door to the SUV in front of the pickup. I walked over and crawled into the vehicle. I waved to my parents and waited for Zeke to climb in. Once he was in the SUV we were on the road.