Erin

Chapter 06-The Promise

"Roses are red,

Violets are blue,

Roses and violets

Cannot come together

Cause I will never

allow it to happen.

She shall fall

And I will come forth.

I'll be his

And he'll be mine too."  

Eyes from the shadows gaze through the crowd but not a single human being gave the person their attention. All were entranced by the sight before them. They could see the love in their eyes as they danced in the middle of the room. No one noticed as that person walked away full of hatred. She will be back and she will claim what is rightfully hers.  

Meanwhile, Phillip and Illya were dancing in the middle of the ballroom. Her arms were wrapped around his neck as she laid her head to his chest. She closed her eyes as they danced to the rhythm of the music. She knew that he was the right one when they bumped into each other at the market. Illya did not know at that time but now, it felt right to be in his arms.  

"Illya", Phillip whispered to her ear.  

"Hmm...", she said feeling the moment.  

"I have to tell you something." Phillip said.  

"Hmm?", she said still closing her eyes.  

"Illya..." Phillip tried again.  

This time, she opened her eyes to see Phillip's amused expression.  

"What?" She scowled.  

"Do you really like my manly arms that you drool like that?" He said teasingly.  

"Hey there's none!"

She said while quickly wiping her mouth with the back of her hand.  

"Says you. You know, everyone's watching."

He winked.  

'Grrr... the nerve of this guy. You should be thankful that you're handsome or else...' She thought.  

"Or else what?" He whispered to her ears again.  

'Wait. Did I just say that aloud?!' She gaped at Phillip.

  "What will that sweet mouth of yours do Illya?" Phillip said.  

"Nothing." She said.

"Illya, don't deny it." He smiled.  

'His smile is so irresistible. Damn. Ugh wait what on earth am I thinking?!' She thought.  

"Why would I even lie when it's not even true?! What is--"  

She wasn't able to finish her sentence when Phillip hugged her.  

"Illya, I want to stay like this with you." He said.  

Illya was shocked by what he did. At first, she tensed when he hugged her but she relaxed in his comfort.

He let go and she was disappointed by the sudden air between them. He kneeled down on one of his knees and held her hand.  

"Will you Illya marry me?" He said.  

Illya was shocked. Everyone was silent. Not a single sound can be heard. Neither a drop of water nor a frog's croak can be heard. Even the band did not play their music. Every one of them was straining to hear what the young girl has to say to their beloved Prince.