Another Princess ( LOVELY PRINCESS)

In the Alpheus estate.

Duke Alpheus felt as if he had seen a Ghost. How could that happen? How could that fragile princess come back alive? The assassins he had chosen were the strongest ones. Then how in the world. He saw the blond headed girl coming down from her horse.

" It's been a while My duke "

" I greet the princess the treasure of Obelia"

" Where is princess Jenette? "

" Is this why Your highness have come for? . "

" That's right. You reported that She was poisoned. How could have I not come to the princess? "

" Pardon Your highness? But when did I ever send anyone to you? "

" I didn't say that you had send anyone. "

" Pardon my rudeness. But Princess Jenette is all right. I would be honored if you could join us today in our feast."

" Gladly. "

Athanasia knew Duke was trying to change the topic. If it's what he wanted it couldn't be helped. She followed the Duke. They arrived in their dining hall.

" Athanasia! It's you! How happy I am. What are you doing here? "

" I'm also glad to see Your highness all right. I was told that Your highness had been poisoned. So I came along the way to look for a cure"

" Eh? Me.. I wasn't. Who told you that? Well, anyway since you have come you will join us today won't you? "

"  To get invited by the princess of the Obelia I feel my self honored. But I guess, this low life will have turn down your offer today. My deepest apologies "

" Oh... Okay..Well,  I would like to introduce my fiance to you. "

Athanasia was feeling irritated. Her pain in hand was increasing. How could have Jenette not noticed the blood. She knew it was a trap. She stared in front of her. She saw a handsome  tall young man. He was incredibly handsome. He had silver hair and Yellow eyes.

" Ezekiel meet Athanasia my sister. And Athanasia this is my fiance Ezekiel Alpheus "

Alpheus? Wasn't he Jenette's family. Well,  cousins could get married under Obelia's law. She expanded her hand towards Ezekiel .

" It's a pleasure to meet you Lord Alpheus "

" Huh? Oh.. Yeah.. I greet the princess, the treasure of Obelia."

Athanasia gave a elegant smile. To her this smile ment  I don't give a shit about you. She felt awkward. Ezekiel was staring at her face. He was blushing hard. This was now inappropriate. She knew what kind of look it was. She smiled again. Her new pray is waiting for her.

" Lord Alpheus.. I would like it if you stop staring at me. *smiles*"

" Oh.. Yeah.. Pardon my rudeness princess. "

He took her hand and placed the kiss on it. Athanasia smiled again. Which made Ezekiel's heart go brust. How could someone be this beautiful? Jenette wasn't around she left soon after introducing them.

" Since your highness can't join us today, I will feel honored if I get the chance to escort her back to the mansion"

" I would feel great. But It's a great day for the Alpheus. The  way to the Palace is quite long. I can't let Lord Alpheus miss the day. "

" I'll be alright princess. If only I can escort you back, I'll feel this day becoming special to me. "

" Oh, dear. It can't be helped right? I am glad to hear that. "

" I'm honored Your highness Princess Athanasia "

Lord Alpheus aka Ezekiel follows the princess back to their carriage. He helped the princess to ride the carriage. Athanasia smiled.

" Your highness are you all right? "

" I wonder.. "

" You could have let us treat your hand"

" Lord Ezekiel I myself is an doctor. I can treat myself. I don't want to cause worries to the Alpheus estate. "

" Princess I dare to wish your hand in our friendship. "

" Of course I'm glad to be your friend. *smiles elegantly*"

The carriage reached to the Royal mansion. The princess came down from the carriage. Ezekiel took her hand and planted a kiss on it.

" Well, then I'll excuse my self princess.
"

" It's a pleasure to meet the young Lord of Alpheus estate. "

She saw Ezekiel leaving. A man who is engaged with some one tries to hit on his to be sister in law. Sounds cheesy. She made her way to the black tower.

" We meet again Athy. "

Athy? That's her nickname. It's been a long time since she's been called by this. She turned her head. Lucas! What was he doing in here!

" I haven't given permission to call me by my name young warlock! "

She said this with a unfamiliar harsh tone.

" I'll call you whatever I want. Thanks to me those stupid knights couldn't do anything to you. "

" You have been with me all this time haven't you? "

" You are interesting indeed"

Lucas disappeared again. Athanasia got used to it. She went to her lab in the black tower.