Fire and Ice (Louis Tomlinson fanfic)

Chapter 3-First Time in the Market Place

Eleanor’s POV:

            I lie in my bed, staring at the ceiling. I was completely bored without Harry. Then an idea struck me. ‘Why couldn’t I leave the kingdom? Harry does it all the time. I’m sure I could just go to the market place.’ Why not? I’ll just sneak out.

            So, I went to my closet and looked through my clothes. I needed to where something normal, so people wouldn’t know that I’m the fire princess. The Market place is what all the kingdom’s use. So I could meet anyone, from any kingdom. Who knows, but you never know until you try.

            I ended up getting a normal, white dress that I use when I’m just being lazy and messing around. I grabbed a brown cover and wrapped it around me. I put my hair in a side braid. I checked myself in the mirror and was satisfied. I looked like a normal person and that made me smile.

            I snuck out with ease since all the workers were busy in the kitchen. Good thing Harry showed me the way to the market place on his maps. I’ve studied his maps millions of times, so I know the way by heart.

            I finally got to the market place and was amazed by the site. It was absolutely beautiful. Children were playing, couples were holding hands, and everyone had a smile. I was mesmerized by the unfamiliar sight.

            Suddenly I bumped into someone. “Oh, I’m so sorry!”

            The man I bumped into turned around. He was absolutely beautiful. His brown hair was in a perfect quif and some pieces spiked up. I melted in his ocean blue eyes. “Wow.” He breathed out. “You’re absolutely beautiful.”  He said.

            I felt my cheeks get hot and I looked down at the ground. “Thank you.”

            The boy shook his head and blinked a few time. “I-I’m sorry. I normally don’t do that, it’s just… You’re the most beautiful creature I have ever laid my eyes on.” He said.

            My cheeks got even redder. “Oh, I’m not. I mean you’re gorgeous.” I said then caught what I said. “Wait, what?”

            The boy chuckled. “Thank you.” We both started to laugh. “Well, are you here to shop?” He asked.

            “Well kinda, it’s my first time here.” I said.

            “Well then love, may I escort you around?” He asked offering his arm for me to take. I looked from his arm to his face a few times then smiled. I took his arm and we began to walk around the Market. “So, where are you from love?” he asked me.

            I bit my lip. I didn’t want to tell him that I was the fire princess. I mean, I just met the guy. “Um…” I didn’t know what to say.

            He chuckled. “Cat got your tongue?”

            “Look at that!” I said quickly changing the subject. I pulled him towards a beautiful portrait of a fire lily that looked just like the one Harry gave me for my 8th birthday. “Look how pretty it is.” I said with a giggle. The flower was surrounded by snow and evergreen trees. “The snow is beautiful.” I said. “How much is it?” I asked the man who was selling it.

            “2 shilling.” He said and smiled at me.                                   

            I dug through my small satchel and pulled out 2 shillings. “Here you go.” I said handing the money to the man.