Pendant

Chapter 4

At dawn that morning, a gigantic feast was held in my honor. Clang! clang! clang! "everyone! last night our savior came. Princess! stand and tell us about yourself." The king's voice boomed across the feasting hall. My eyes widened and I slowly stood, nervously; I began "Hullo! uh- its a great honor to be in such a lovely- uh and lively kingdom like this. My name is Harper Gold and im originally from Earth; born and raised. My father's name was Liam and my mother, who you know as Celestianna, was Tianna. They, sadly, died in a fire twelve years ago," A few collective gasps were let out over the room. I glanced at Angie and she nodded reassuringly at me, then a pair of steely grey eyes locked on to mine. It was the prince, his brown wavy hair was slicked back perfectly. The dark cloak he wore contrasted beautifully with his pale skin. to say he was good looking was an understatement; he's drop dead gorgeous. 

i continued, "I have lived with my grandmother, Lin, for those twelve years without any knowledge of my powers or this place. now I know I'm your only hope and I will try to help and restore our kingdom to its rightful rank in history!" The entire hall erupted in huge cheers and hoots; the king nodded and I sank back in my char releasing a heavy sigh. "you killed that intro Harper! but why was that grey eyed beauty over there giving you some intense stares?" I tilted my head in confusion, "what'd you mean?" She looked at something past my shoulder and mouthed 'i'll explain later'. Suddenly I felt a gentle tap on my shoulder, on turning around it was none other than the prince. "will you accompany me on a walk through the castle? Just to talk" he said in an intimidating voice laced with a Russian accent. I slowly and nervously stood up, "uh- sure."

While on the walk, the prince and I remained silent, this was very awkward. "so", I say, trying to strike up a conversation, "what's your name?" He glanced at me, "Nickolas but you can call me Nick. you don't have to say prince either, I'm tired of the formalities." I smiled and nodded, " I know its annoying. You can call me Harper or anything else that's shorter" He nodded, a faint blush dusting his cheeks. A few silent turns later, Nick aske me, "what's it like living on Earth? Is it similar to Celestivia?" I pondered a bit, " Celestivia is similar to Earth when it has a blizzard outdoors. But Earth is great but for me, it was hard. You know, growing up with no parents or friends, being judged about looks or having a rare colour iris." Nick's eyes softened, "oh, sorry for asking-" "no, no. its fine. how's it like living here?" He chuckled, "its always cold. I've never seen a clear sky before. My mother died during child birth so its just me and my father ever since." I stop walking, and soon he does too and I give him a light hug, '"im sorry Nick. I've been complaining all the time about my problems when you have had it harder." He returnd my hug after a few seconds. I know he has put a lot of faith in me helping out this place out and I know I can't let him down.

After a while, he dropped me off at my room. "hey harper. I actually enjoyed the walk, its nice to talk to someone who is new for once." Nick smiled at me before I entered my room. I nodded, "yes, it was nice." He nodded and left. I sighed and entered the room to see Angie sitting on the bed, smirking at me. "so how was your little date?" she winked.  I scoffed, "it wasn't a date. We were just talking." Angie rolled her eyes at me and got up, "really? I saw how nervous he was while asking on that 'walk'. he's interested in yah and you're too naïve to admit it." Did Nick really like me? Nah, there are many other young ladies from other lands for him. I just shrugged, "we don't like each other, that's just that. He was maybe nervous to meet his only hope for Celestivia." Angie walked over towards the bathroom, "believe what you want Harper but that boy likes you. Now if you'll excuse me, I need to use the bathroom." I rolled my eyes at her antics; she's crazy.

A few moments later, a soft knock rapped on my door. I groaned and got up from my comfortable spot on my bed. I opened the door to see a guard staring at me blankly, "the king would like to see you in his study now." I smiled, "okay, hold on a bit." I grabbed my thin red hand-knitted sweater and my flip flops and followed the guard to the king's study. As I entered, Soren smiled at me, "Harper! Sorry for calling you at such an inconvenient time; would you like some tea?" I Sat on the chair in front of his desk, "oh no sir, it wasn't a problem at all. And yes thank you, I would very much like some tea!" He nodded and set a steamy hot cup of tea in front of me to take, "i'll begin when my son arrives. this has to deal with the both of you." I nodded and sipped my a silently, waiting for Nick to come. The tea had wared me up nicely and king's study was cozy; growing your urge to take a nice long nap. Suddenly a soft knock is heard from the door and Nick's head pokes through the slightly opened door, "father, you wanted to see me?" The king nodded and gestured for him to sit, "yes. Thank you for coming on such a short notice but I need to inform you of some things. Next three days will be a festival, where you, harper, relight the eternal flame in the center of the kingdom. You will have to learn how to use your powers and practice for the festival."  I nodded but Nick spoke up, "Отец, I don't understand, what does any of this have to do with me?" Soren grinned, "you, my son, will be teaching Harper how to master her powers!" Nickolas relaxed a bit, "yes, it'll be my peasure father." I smiled, "I don't mind either" The king was literally bouncing in joy, he clasped his hands together, "lovely! now you have three days to practice so I advise you begin tonight. Run along now children, I have a lot of work to attend to."

Nick and I both exited the king's busy study. "Do you mind if I accompany you to the mess hall?" Nick asked me. I frowned, "the what?" He chuckled and held out his hand towards me, "the feasting hall; for lunch?" I grinned at him, "sure. I'm a bit hungry anyways" and I took his hand. He chuckled again and lead me to the hall. As I entered the hall, I saw Angie waving at me from a near by table but paused as she saw I was walking with, then she wiggled her eyebrows at me. I rolled my eyes at her grabbed some lunch, bid the prince goodbye and headed over to Angie. "Hey Angie, I might be back late tonight, okay?" she smirked at me, "really! why? Date with Nick I presume?" My face burned at her comment and I slapped her shoulder playfully "no! I have to attend some training for the festival this week, Nick's just gonna' teach me." She grinned evilly but didn't say anything.

After lunch, I took my much needed power nap. I dreamed that Celestivia was in ruins; totally destroyed. a deep voice boomed from the sky, "Harper! You disappointed me." I dropped to my knees, "n-no. I didn't do anything-" "exactly!" the voice scolded again "you did nothing! You mother will not be proud." "no!" I sobbed but the dreamed ended by my eyes flew open, thankfully I was in my room. Tears were streaming down my face and I was panting hard while sweating, Angie looked at me startled, "You okay?" I dropped my gaze and rubbed my eyes, "yeah. just some nightmares." She nodded understandably, "mhm oh, Prince Nickolas dropped by about an hour ago. Said when you wake up to tell you that training will be in the arena." I nodded and stretched, "kay; I'll go get ready." Angie winked at me but I threw a pillow at her head at which she laughed. i rolled my eyes and took a quick shower before putting on my shorts and baby pink cardigan. My warm clothes were beginning to run out, I guess i'd have to tell the king. I put on my flip flops and exited the room.

I arrived at the indoor arena after asking a few servants for directions. It wasa gigantic room, high ceilings and wide-worn out walls. the stone floor reminded me of the outdoors, where weeds and flowers were everywhere. there was a small pond, surrounded by dense trees. " I didn't think you would have showed" a deep voice echoed. I smiled, "sorry for coming late. didn't exactly know where the arena was." Nickolas stepped out from behind some trees and grinned, "didn't you want me to disturb you from your slumber, earlier today?" I walked up to him challengingly and smirked, "you wouldn't dare" There was a mischievous glint in his grey eyes and smiled evilly, "oh, I would,  Принцесса. If I were you, I'd run." I squealed as Nick chased me towards the pond. Damn Nick was fast, he was behind me; catching up quick and I was running out of breathe. 'I'm so not fit' I thought, then I hopped in the knee-deep pond and smiled widely at him, "This is it Nickolas, you can't catch me here!" He slipped off his boots and rolled up the sleeves of his thin white shirt up to his elbows and smirked, "actually Harper, you're exactly where I want you to be."

I momentarily stopped breathing. I read in a book Granny gave me that every member born into the royal family will have elemental powers. there is water, earth and air. Light was the most rare which happens to be my power; dang, Nick must be water. I'm in real trouble now. He then looked very concentrated and a wave of water surrounded me; acting as a cocoon, lifting me in the air. "okay you win Nick. put me down" I whined. He chuckled and then said, "no. help yourself, you have the strongest elemental power; then use it. think of this as you first training lesson." I huffed in annoyance, this is so irritating. I put my hands to wards the water and set out a blast of hot, white light; turning the water into water vapor. effectively dropping me but not on the floor, I landed right on top of Nick. I was on top of him while his hands were wrapped securely around my waist, "you are heavier than I thought." he groaned below me. my cheeks turned crimson, "s-sorry."  I got off of him and sat on the soft green grass while he rolled on the floor to get up, 'boys' I thought to myself. "so have you ever been to Earth?" I say, trying to strike up a normal conversation. He shook his head, "no but my mother had always been fascinated by Earth and your culture and names. She wanted to name my Nickolas but didn't get the chance since she died. My father, being the nice man he is, granted my mother's very last wish and Named me Nickolas."

I felt really bad for him, he never met his mother before and here I am, sulking over the death of my mother, at least I know her. I hugged him, "i'm sorry Nick" I comforted "Don't feel bad, at least you still have your dad!" (lol that rhymes) he nodded, "I'm very greatful for him too...uh- you should get back. your first lesson was a success." I nodded and stood "okay good night" he grunted in response. with that, I left the arena; however I swore I heard him say, "what is she doing to me?"

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