Heartbroken Princess

Ch:1 The Mysterious stranger

Tuesday, 24th of July, 1956.

Early mornings, when the sun has yet risen and the smell of freedom is every where. That's when Julia loved taking walks. She was grateful to be the daughter of a rich man but sometimes the lifestyle is very restricted. So, what's a better way to start the day than a lovely walk.

Julia wanted complete freedom and so she used to disguise her face. She also learned how to sneak out of her mansion without the guards seeing her. It was certainly a difficult job but when freedom is the question, Julia did her best to find the answer.

After completing her walk, Julia used to sit on the bench and look at the world around her. How would life be if she were someone else? Is everything we see true? What if someone recognized her? Questions, questions and questions.

Maybe she found peace in nature because her eyes were the colour of the grass, her hair was the color of the woods and her skin was kissed by the sun. Maybe wildness lived in her. Time was getting late and Julia had to return back to her home.

Julia sneaked back into her room. It was of an enormous size. It had a beautiful chandelier that hang from the ceiling and a closet which was as vast as an entire room. There was also a beautiful book shelf which contained books from all around the globe.

She sat on her bed and then the maid came to inform her that breakfast was ready. Julia went down and sat along with her parents.

"Good morning Julia. Did you sleep well?" asked her mother.

"Yes I did,"replied Julia, smiling.

"I am glad you did dear. Today, I have got a special surprise for you," said her father.

Julia got excited for it and a bit nervous. Her father told her to meet him after breakfast in the yard. After she finished, she rushed towards the front yard. There was a set of arrows along with a bow. At a distance, there was a target.

"You always told me you wanted to learn archery. Today, I will teach you myself."

"Really dad! Thank you so much!"

Julia went and hugged her father. She took the bow and arrows.

"First I have to test which of your eyes is dominant. Make a triangle with both of your hands and stretch them out."

Julia did as she was told.

"Alright. You're left eye dominant. Now stand by your side and keep a distance between your legs."

He then taught her about the parts of the bow and how to place the arrows properly. He helped her adjust her position.

"Whenever you're ready, shoot the arrow."

Julia shot the first arrow and it was no where near the center. She shot again and the same happened. Julia then got frustrated.

"Have patience child. You just started. In life, there would be so many obstacles that you will face and sometimes all you have to do is have patience."

Julia listened to her father's words and took a deep breath. She shot her last arrow and although it was still not in the center, it was better. Julia got happy with this accomplishment and thanked her father for the opportunity. The day went as normal. It was summer vacations which allowed Julia to spend more time doing what she loves.

The next day, she sneaked once again. This time as she was walking, a young boy, who was in a hurry, ran into her.

"I am so sorry miss. I am really sorry."

He only said that and completed his way. Julia could tell that he was in state of panic as if something terrifying happened. But whatever was happening left some wonder upon Julia's mind. That day, when she returned to her castle, the only thing that was in her mind was that mysterious boy.

Who was he? And why was he in a hurry? Could he be wanted by the authorities? Or was he getting chased by criminals? There was no answer to these questions. While contemplating in thoughts about him, she remembered seeing a scar on his cheeks. But regardless of that, he was a handsome boy.

He had blue eyes and blond hair. More questions came to her mind. What was that scar? How did he get it? And why is he in her thoughts? She tried to quiet her thoughts but it was useless.

The next day, when she was sitting on the bench, the same boy approached her.

"I am so sorry. You must have taken the wrong impression of me. I was in a hurry because I was late to some business. So sorry once more."

"It's alright. Don't apologise. You did nothing wrong."

"My name is Thomason by the way."

"Julia."

At that moment, a strong wind blew and revealed Julia's face. Thomason went pale and got up at once. He had seen her before and knew she was from a rich class.

"What's wrong?"asked Julia

"Excuse me miss but someone like me shouldn't be talking with someone like you. I am a peasant and you're rich. I am so sorry for wasting your time."

"No, don't go. These words hurt. Why do you think I am better than you? I am not. No one is. It's alright. It would be nice to have a companion."

Thomason sat down and the two spoke with each other. After a while, Julia had to return back.

"I hope to see you tomorrow Thomason."

"Yes! I hope so too. "