"Excuse me," I said softly while walking to her direction. She turned to me with an expression of surprise. "You are really pretty, young lady."
She looked away, turning red.
"Shall we dance?" I spoke once again. She stared at me for a few seconds and nodded.
"Yes" she whispered hesitatingly. I immediately pulled her close, making her gasp.
"Be careful, young lady..."
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It's been a few weeks since I first saw her. Yes, at the ball. We danced the whole night... She was so marvelous, her innocent smile, her flustered expression... Ah, just imagining it makes me excited. She was a new member in the court. The moment she entered here, she caught my attention. I couldn't express my affection towards her through words... My love could not be measured.
I've watched her every moment since then, every movement, every step and every breath of hers... I watched everything. She was mine after all, I've decided... Oh, I can't forget it, I can't forget that moment... That silly girl, naive girl who was the only member who wasn't wearing a mask at the ball. I was wearing a black mask and black gloves to match with my dark outfit. Her dress was also black, but it transmitted delicacy and elegance. God, she really was perfect...
And everything was perfect. We were meant to be. But then he showed up. That bastard. He tried to take her away from me. She was my princess and meant everything to me, how could he even dare to lay his hands on her? Nobody can touch her, nobody but me.
So I had to plan some little things. Oh, nothing bad, really. I was very cautious and discreet. You see, I simply mixed up some wine with, well, poison.
Now, now, no way someone could notice or blame me for this. I didn't feel bad at all... I saw the way she looked at him, how she blushed when he told her those filthy lies, how he made her giggle with his dumb jokes. So I had to do something. And it worked! She didn't even miss him... I just said he went away for a while and left her without saying goodbye, how rude of him. And she believed me. How naive, she really thought that she could see through me, that my words were true, that I was so transparent. Ha...
But soon, I realized that more men could show up and try to steal her away, I couldn't let that happen. So I decided I had to take her all to myself, so I could protect her. The outside world was way too dangerous for someone so pure like her. Of course, if I said that to her, she would think I'm a madman... I do indeed confess that I was a bit obsessed. Well. It happens.
Then, I made another plan and put some "magic" ingredients on her wine. I invited her for dinner to celebrate her arrival, even if it passed a few days already. She accepted it and smiled at me. What a beautiful smile. I told her to wear the same dress she did when I met her, I would be wearing the same suit too. Thankfully, she agreed. So the evening came.
"Cheers." I said at last. She repeated the word and drank the liquid, not even noticing the blue coloring of it. Ten seconds later, she claimed that she not felt quite well and asked for my help. I ran to her as she faintly rested her hand on my chest and let her head slowly face the floor. It wasn't too long before the stunning girl almost fell to the ground until I held her in my arms. What a delicate body...
Then I ran to her room which I knew very well where it was located, after all I went there every night to watch her sleep like an angel.
I had some other things to arrange. And in five minutes, everything was ready. I tied her up in a way she couldn't ever escape from me and also blindfolded her.
She finally woke up, a little dizzy still. So adorable. She started crying and asked what happened and who was there with her. I immediately answered and she stayed silent for a long time. I allowed her to see again and kissed her gently.
"Oh, sweetie, don't cry," I wiped away the tears rolling down her face and placed my hands on her cheeks. "You're safe now, you're with me, the love of your life. Our love is twisted, but it's mutual. I'll protect you, you don't have to worry about those disgusting wolves... I mean, men. If they dare to touch or bother you, I'll kill them. And I mean it."
I felt her body sweating as her breathing changed. I could hear her heart racing as I came closer to her, she was obviously not used to physical contact.
"Won't you say anything, darling? I miss the sweet sound of your voice." I caressed her hair, but she looked away, avoiding my touch. She did not answer... That sure annoyed me a little bit...
"Hey, I'm talking to you, look me in the eyes." I grabbed her chin and forced her to turn to face me. "Don't ignore me. Say something. Now."
She shivered and swallowed her crying. "Please, let me go." Her voice was weak and her whole body was trembling. What a delightful vision...
"Oh, no, no, dear, that's not possible. And it's useless struggling. Those chains and laces won't be easily removed." I laughed while poking her cheek. "You're so cute, did you know that? As if I would ever let you go. You're mine."
"No," she said under her breath and scoffed.
"Oh, what do we have here? A new side of my little princess? Show me more of this interesting expression... I want to see all the faces you can make, all the reactions, all the effects I cause on you!" I kissed her again, hungrily this time.
"How... Why... I beg you, let me go." She cried, giving all of her to free herself.
"Sweetheart, you're starting to upset me. Do you really want to leave that bad? Don't you love me? Because I sure love you... This is all for you! Don't you understand? I love you. More than anything in this world!"
"Why" her voice cracked, "why would you do this to me if you love me that bad?"
"Such a question. This is only to protect you, my love. Now shush, you're really getting on my nerves. Don't question me and don't ever, ever doubt my love and affection for you."
"I want to leave."
"This is your room, silly one" I patted her head and made her look around. "Where will you go? You won't run away however. I won't let you. Quit thinking about this stupid idea! And don't mention it again or I'll have to punish you. Do you understand?"
She directed her eyes somewhere else, searching for the keys with her shining eyes.
"What! What are you doing, look at me! Do you understand? Answer me!" I yelled, tightning my grasp on her chin.
"Kaito, this is wrong... Let me go. I am a person, not a toy!"
"Shut up!" I caught her by the neck violently, but soon let her breathe for air. "Don't make me do this again." I stood up and looked intensely at her. "You'll learn to love me. I don't want to hurt you... But I'll do what it takes to get what I want. So behave yourself and be the sweet girl I fell in love with. Now rest. I'll be back." I gave a kiss on her forehead and walked to the door. "Sweet dreams." I smiled and at last left the room.
