Enchanted Tale

Sixteen: Self Capability

{Prince Harry's POV}

It is the day of my departure. I sadly had to do it without Elle. I was determined to find her. Somehow this didn't turn out as spending a week as a commoner, rather than spending time with Elle. My feelings towards her were undetermined. I wasn't sure what attracted me to her. Her beauty? Her attitude, or her personality? I wasn't sure and it bothered me.

"It didn't seem like you had a great time during the walk through. Now you're trying to stay there for a week?" Dexter asked.

"A second try wouldn't hurt now would it?" I asked with a smile.

"I suppose not. What do you plan to do whilst you're out there?"

Find Elle. I thought to myself. "Talk to commoners mostly. Live as one for a week and see what could be improved."

"Well, don't get killed or stolen from." He advised. "Now let's go, your father is probably waiting for you."

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"Remember what you're supposed to do when you return. I want a full report." My father reminded putting his hands on my shoulders.

"Yes father I know. I'm not a child."

"You're right. I trust you'll make the right decisions. As for sleeping purposes I've notified the Inn. They have a room ready for you."

"If you trust I'll make the right decisions why do things for me? I can manage on my own father." I explained.

"Well if I knew you would be so against it I would have avoided doing so." He replied insulted.

"I'm sorry. I didn't mean to offend you." I said softly.

"Son, if small comments like that were truly offensive, this kingdom would walk all over me! Now go out there and learn how to rule the way a true king should!" He cheered. He pat me on my back as I straddled my horse.

"Be careful sire." Dexter advised, giving me my bag of clothing and money.

I smiled down to him. "I'll be fine." I set the horse in motion and left the castle gates.

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It took me a longer than expected to get to Lathance. Once I arrived I was worn out. I didn't really know where to go. It was nearing sunset. The room at the inn was starting to sound like a good idea. I wasn't going to find her tonight, if at all. I got off of my horse. I needed to ask for some direction. There were hardly any commoners out. And for the ones that were, were either too drunk or sleeping to answer.

I walked into a very dim resturant. My horse was tied to a pole just outside of it. Like outside, there weren't many people occupying this place. The only difference was the number of drunks. I looked around taking in the view. This was not something I'm used to. What do I actually do? My thoughts were interrupted because of a girl. She stood infront of me, smiling.

"Welcome to Arler's Eatery. May I ask how many?"

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{Elle's POV}

I layed there unable to move my leg. Anita must have done something to it. I would have asked but she left whilst I slept. I wished she stayed and helped me since I was stuck here hungry and cold. I sat up, shaking my leg with my two hands. Nothing. I tried again, same result.

"Your belief system only ranges to the amount of a shuffle." I heard in my head. That's it! I could use magic to get it moving again. I sat up straight concentrating hard on believening myself.

You can do this Elle. It's more than a shuffle. Get it moving. I put my hands over my leg.

Move.

I opened my eyes to see my leg not only bending, but doing so by my command. I smiled in triumph. I stood up but slowly swayed back down. I reckon my leg just needed to get used to walking again. I tried again. This time a lot slower and more careful.

I opened the door. It didn't exactly lead me outside rather than through an unexpected corridor. It wasn't long but it was dark. I was startled when I heard shuffling of items. I put my back against the wall trying to stay out of sight. Footsteps were heard. It was a man, or a boy. I was in some sort of antique shop. I didn't know what would happen if he were to see me. I tried to quietly make my way out. He had walked out of sight so I couldn't help but assume he was somewhere unable to notice me.

I drew closer to the door. I could hear footsteps getting louder, which meant he was getting closer. I reached for the handle to the door.

"May I help you?" He asked.

My heart dropped. I prayed he didn't see me come from the corridor. "Oh, no sir. I was just leaving."

I turned to face him. It was a boy, around my age. He had short dark hair the was pushed up. His eyes were brown and his skin tan. Bushy eyebrows he had. His facial expression was soft. "Well if you're interested in anything, please let me know." He smiled. He seemed more friendly than he should have.

I returned a smile. "Good day sir."

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I walked uncomfortably down the road. I was still cold and incredibly hungry. No matter if my leg worked or not, my energy level was beyond low. My head started to spin and now both knees were weak. I noticed a horse tied to Arler's Eatery. Even though I'm not to fond of transportation other than by foot, I desperately wanted to take it and ride it home. I pushed that thought aside reminded of what I went through whilst in the dungeon. I most certainly don't want to return.

I looked at the person coming out of Arler's. I almost jumped out of my skin when Harry came into view.

"Harry!" I called a few yards away.

He looked back confused as to who was calling his name. A smile swept across his face when I was seen. "Elle." He exclaimed.

Relief filled my body but in the strangest way. I was so overwhelmed by the sight of a familiar face that I felt more dizzy than I had before.

Harry ran over to me noticing my current state. "Elle! Are you okay? Stay awake! I'll help you!"

I tried to stay awake but my eyes grew too heavy and I fell into Harry's arms. Soon after everything blacked out.

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