Power of the Hearts

Chapter II: The Ball

Ah, yes... The ball. Kingdom of Light had but one very happy tradition, entertaining their people with numerous dances, beautiful melodies and ever so pleasant environment, filled with delicious juicy meals. Now, now, wine was included, of course. What kind of a story would this be if there was no wine in it? Shameful of you to even consider the possibility of such a thing happening in MY story. Because, you know, MY sto-, okay, I'll get back to the story-telling.

Ah, yes, the parties. However, this was no ordinary party. Oh, no. This was THE ball, the one where entire kingdom gets to see the three beautiful maidens they have been calling princesses for so long. They are finally celebrating their twentieth birthday and are allowed to have fun with everyone that attends the ball. The great hall is just for the royal-blood and rich families, but the feast was set all over the palace garden, and it was huge enough to fit everyone who wished to come around. This event is probably the biggest one to ever happen in this kingdom, and therefore everyone was invited.

Now, this policy... Well, you'll see it for yourself pretty soon. King Lucian V and Queen Leora walked out to the balcony, both of them wearing most enchanting outfits there were, both dressed in bright green colour. Advantage of this balcony was that, at the sides it was possible to open the glass doors, as well as it being surrounded by the windows that all faced balcony in a way and those from the outside would easily be able to hear and see what is happening inside of the castle. The crowd was already huge and loud, but the moment golden crowns shined on their heads, as the pair stepped out to be seen by everyone, even if it meant standing far apart, the meaningless chatter and giggles stopped. The crowd turned towards them and listened carefully.

"Good evening everyone!", started the King, "I suppose you are already having a good time... However, we all know why is everyone here tonight. The reason you are all here, is to witness with your own eyes, the legend coming to life with the Three hearts of the light. May I introduce you to my beautiful daughters, princess Loumenna, princess Jueel and princess Ainnea..." At his sign, huge doors were opened, revealing three beautiful enchantresses, wearing magical crowns, matching with their bewitching smiles and dresses. The crowd turned towards them and curtsied, which the princesses accepted and curtsied in return.

The Queen smiled at the positive reaction of the people of their kingdom, "Without further ado, ladies and gentlemen, you may return to the second reason we are all here for, and that is: having the time of our lives!" On her words and gentle applause, the crowd returned to having fun, leaving us to observe the three powerful magical entities, captured in the bodies of an angels and sent to us.

Princess Jueel, proudly wore her crown, combining the black and white even in her outfit, with a beautiful white gown, that had even more beautiful black flower designs all over it. Her hair was neatly put in a bun, that resembled the gentleness of her powers and over-all appearance, as well as her kind nature, as they always used to say. Her watery blue gaze seemed even more gentle with simple white shadow on her eyelids. Her pale skin tone was complimented with naturally rosy cheeks and plump red lips, that only had a thin layer of glossy substance over it, making them appear even juicier than usual. The dress she wore, perfectly embraced her body, highlighting her petite form and graceful curves. Light as a feather, she gracefully took each step, showing off her elegance and beauty like a true princess she is.

In the middle stood the tallest sister, Princess Loumenna, the fiery goddess who could fire up all of your senses and freeze the blood in your veins with a single glance of her emerald eyes. Her freckled face and somewhat more aggressive make up, truly made her appear, from the outside, as fiery as she always was. The red eyeshadow and lipstick simply contrasted her eyes to the point they seemed to be glowing. Even more to add, her hair was put in a high ponitail, leaving only few strands here and there to hang loose and make her appear both formal and ready for an attack. Her dress complimented the crown, being tailored just for this occasion, out of the finest red and golden material. Unlike her sisters, she didn't appear to have enviable curves, but her body still appeared very feminine and graceful, perhaps she was the most elegant and royal-like one of them. However, for tonight, she decided to let her prejudice rest, and to have fun for once.

And finally, last, but certainly not the least, Princess Ainnea. What can one say about her other than, unique. Starting from her wavy chocolate brown hair that reached her bottom, stylised with pretty braids, with the crown on the top, over her enchanting honey-like gaze, framed with kohl and thick black lashes, her juicy lips, all the way to her pleasing curves and even more pleasing outfit that was somewhat revealing blue dress with beautiful white details, that had a cut all over to her hip, making sure her legs are going to be very easily spotted, whenever she takes a step.

Unlike everyone else, this princess was observing the wall far too long, not to realise the great truth of this night. Castle is open to everyone. So, anyone, could get in. Just as she thought of it, as she listened to a boring story of this particularly self-absorbed young man, owner of few properties across the land his daddy left him in the will, the crowd from the outside started to gasp loudly. She turned around to look at the entrance to the room, as the doors flung open again, revealing none other, than the Dark King from the other side of the wall, himself.

The royal crowd gasped, the guards rushed to their princesses and their precious King and Queen. The King stood up from his chair and walked over to the edge of the balcony, "King Dearik."

The man bowed, with a pleased smirk plastered on his face, "King Lucian. I hope I haven't ruined your little... Party...", his cold blue gaze fell on the three sisters, obviously liking what he saw.

"I thought we had a deal, to never cross the wall.", King Lucian said, careful not to anger the Eternal, knowing just how powerful this madman is.

A dark growl like chuckle left his lips, "Oh, but of course. The deal is still on... But... My dear friend, the Introduction ball policy does say 'Everyone', now, doesn't it?" one could easily recognise the nervousness on King Lucian's face. The entire kingdom was here, his wife and daughters were here. And their lives now depended on his reply...

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Hello my fellow readers!
I hope you enjoyed this little chapter.

I've tried again to describe as many important things as I could for you to imagine all of this a bit easier.

Thank you so much for reading.

Love, Veronica.