Waking up

##carla##

I suddenly remembered being in Instalaxia. Never knew such place existed. I decided not to ring the bell; I wanted to take my own bath. The nob was pretty easy to identify: red means hot; blue means cold. I turned on the nob. Water successfully came out. I turned to see where my phone was, it was dead bedside my bed. The beautiful blue dress with the rhinestone was on my bed too. I quickly soaked my body in soapy water, scrubbed with a sponge next to the bathtub, and brushed my teeth by the sink. Thank God I brought my toothbrush. After I was done, I rang the bell.

Sibidi: Your highness, you should have called us

Carla: I've been taking care of myself since I was small; I believe I could manage.

Sabidi: Shall we go.

We walked for what seemed forever. The dining hall Had a long White Glass table with White glass chairs. Universe lady was sitting there deep in thought.

Universe lady: Hello, you must be starving, huh?

Carla: Did I win?

I didn't want to sound rude, but I really wanted to know? It might be my exit out of here.

Universe lady: The bet of surpassing 15 minutes?

Carla: Yes.

Monk#1: Sorry, your highnesses, your food is served.

He waives his hands for the food to appear. It was nothing but leaf and bread.

Carla: Am sorry, what is this?

Monk#1: Freshly picked leaf from the tree of knowledge.

Carla: Ohhh... You shouldn't have.

I smiled my thanks; he seemed satisfied; he bowed and left me wondering if they had food shortage.

Universe lady: What's a matter you do not like it?

Carla: It's leaves?

I didn't mean to sound picky; it just came out that way... This convinces me even more to decline the crown prince's proposal. I can't be eating leaves for the rest of my days. No way! I wanted my future with Johny. I waited for so long for us to get as close as we are now; Often time I called myself insane to think He wants me the same way. We tasted each other the other night. Just thinking about it made my face burn with embarrassment.

Universe lady: His one of the best chef in this castle.

Carla: It's hard not to be if all you cook is leaves.

I said sarcastically; Lady universe started laughing while Staring at Me. Frankly, I did not find it all that amusing.

Lady Universe: You pass the 15 minutes mark. Would you like for me to switch up your food?

Carla: Yeah, not just for now but any time I am in Instalaxia. I want them to cook what I want or ask me what I want to eat for them to prepare it.

Lady Universe: You never ask small, do you?

She switched up the food with just one wave of her right hand; I saw fish, steak, pizza, mac, and cheese, anything you could think of. With one bowl of leaves. What is it with them with this leaf?

Universe lady: Eat the leaf first, then the unhealthy stuff.

We sat there quietly as I ate.

Universe lady: Ahh, I told him I would bring you, but it seems like our prince will pick you up.

Carla: What?

Prince? Am I going to meet him now? It's fine. I'll attack it head-on. "Sorry, I can't be your wife. I have a boyfriend," I recite to myself.

Universe lady: Come with me. I want to show you something.

I quietly got up to follow her to this big well located in a room in the church; why do they have it indoors? She pulled some water from the well placing it inside this ball. It looked like a snow globe without any snow, just water.

Universe lady: Let me show you how it works? Show me who wanted to assassinate Carla Brown??

I saw a lot of white, pale skin people with blue eyes, very beautiful, plotting against me to put one of their own on the throne.

Universe lady: You try asking it something?

I should ask about my parents, but I miss Johny so much; I haven't seen him since that night. I know where my parents are. I needed to remind myself who am saving myself for.

Carla: Show me, Johny!

It revealed this man riding in a carriage, blue rubber skin, eyes shaped like diamonds covered with stars and Galaxie. His hair was bright white. Obviously, this thing is broken.

Carla: Guess this went out of juice.

Sadly smiling. Maybe it knows if I see Johny, I'll definitely decline the proposal of this so-called prince?

Universe lady: No, that is Johny

That's most definitely not Johny! I know what Johny looks like, Even his added member. I now know what it looks like.

Lady universe: His known as the crown prince in this world.

Wait what?

Lady Universe: Take the globe with you. I had commanded it to work for you and only you.

She walked me back outside. There were creatures in a single file line waiting for something? Some had kids with them looking worried about something.

Carla: Who are those people?

Universe lady: Some come for miracles, some for guidance, others come to settle disagreements with their neighbors, I place the judgment, etc.

She stops to look at me, barely holding it together finding out the news about Johny! Her eyes soften as she says

Lady Universe: Oh, don't take it too hard that He didn't tell you, He wanted to, but time would not permit him.

I smiled at her; even though that's not what I'd Rather be doing, I would rather call them all Psychos and, like a magician, disappear from the scene. But what If That's Johny's truth? I don't want him to think I would leave him because of this? I've loved him for so long, Am just happy his not some kind of lady killer. Everyone's head was bowed. I saw different beasts, lizards, bears, and some animals I'd never seen before. Lady universe clapped and asked them to dress me for the prince and accompany me as well. Both of my humble lady servants agreed to bring me to my room. They did my hair; it was so beautiful they added this extension braid that wraps around my head with nice pearls crown.

Sibidi: You can leave your actual clothes here, your highness. Take the gowns with you instead.

Carla: I prefer to bring it with me.

Seria: As you wish, your highness.

"The crown prince is here for you, your highness," they announce, leaving my heart racing. Can it really be Johny? They carried jewelry and different gowns along with my suitcase. I had put the globe Universe lady gave me in my suitcase to ensure its safety. The prince stood there looking like a star. I waited patiently to see if he would share his truth with me.

Johny: It'll take 20 minutes to reach the castle.

Carla: Okay

I said, keeping my exploding nature to myself.

Johny: I am sorry about this; the whole abduction is not how I wanted to show you where am from.

Carla: Who are you exactly?

Pretending I don't already know.

Johny: Oh, um, I skip that part, right?

He looked soo cute, trying to find the right way to tell me without getting me upset. I decided to give him time to come up with something. In a blink of an eye, He appeared as Earthly Johny again.

Johny: So this is me.

I prayed it wasn't true, but it was, It wasn't a deal-breaker, but I wish we talked about this instead of me finding out this way. I was going to have sex with a stranger??

Carla: Okay.

Johny: I wanted to tell you, but I didn't think you Were ready.

Maybe that's why he told me we weren't ready to make love yet? I agree our relationship is fairly new, But in my mind, we have been together since the 3rd grade; from that point, my love only grew deeper and stronger for him.

.

Carla: Ready or not, here we are, right?

Johny: I am afraid so.

Sigh, I can't refuse the crown prince's marriage proposal after all.

Carla: I love you, you know.

"Why? Carla, why did you say that?" I thought. Can it be because I miss him soo much when we are apart? He's probably not even going to say it back.

Johny: I love you too.

He leaned in; somehow, his kisses leveled me.

Johny: Am yours if you'll have me.

He doesn't know how long I've waited for those words to come out of his mouth; leaning my head on his chest, inhaling his manly scent brought me peace. We made it to the palace; he changed back to his Instalaxian form. The castle door was four times bigger than the religious castle. I saw Lady universe patiently waiting for me by the doors. Everyone around had their head bowed; Am happy to see her come along. How did she get here so fast? Walking up to her, I could feel a cold breeze pass as I heard.

Satphire: You interfered!?

Lady Universe: Hello, princess Satphire?

Satphire: You were the reason she was not home?

Johny: Are you saying you conspired against our future queen?

She smiled as she gathered her thoughts. She was gorgeous, yet, she felt cold. No remorse for their actions.

Satphire: I heard the news; thankfully, you and your parents weren't there.

She said bitterly;

Sabidi: Where can I put her things, your highness?

Johny: In my chambers, of course.

Oh my! did Johny just say I will be staying with him while I am here? Thinking of what might happen, I instantly started to blush. "We couldn't be trusted in a room together."

Satphire: There is plenty of room in the castle she can groom herself in.

She said in a disgusting tone.

Johny: She is mine to have; worry not what happens between us.

Wow, his claiming me in front of all those people? That's such a turn-on. I could tell she was furious; she then started circling me; Johny took a step back, letting her analyze me fully. Deep inside Am terrified!

Satphire: Do you feel you are worthy to rule By the king's side, Mortal?

Was she insulting me by calling me mortal? If she is asking if me and Johny are good together, I believe we are.

Carla: Yes!

Satphire: An challenge then, hmm?

She said as she kept circling me. I was used to challenges on the court, I am not soo sure how they do it here?

Satphire: Survival to the fittest; anything goes.

Lady Universe: You are Challenging the Future queen of Instalaxia, is that correct?

There is no way I am accepting that; haha, that's a death sentence.

Satphire: Yes, only then will I bow my head to her.

Lady Universe: You will bow your head to the one wearing the crown?

Satphire: On land, yes.

Lady Universe: She accepts

Johny: She does?

"Hmm, I think we should talk about this in a huddle; this is not a challenge I should accept! You are overly confident in my ability to avoid death," I thought.

Lady Universe: In two days. Let's say Monday?

Satphire: I accept. There is nothing you could teach this Mortal that will help her win.

She walks away laughing. I felt bad for the people still bowing, so I thought, "why not let's try it" I waived my hands every one stood up and continued what they were doing. The alligator guy was cutting grass and trees. Little dogs had black shades on standing on the terrace; where they security? Each corner of the castle had birds with jaguars faces.

Sabidi: This was my form before being selected as a monk.

Seria: Yes, once we become monks, we change forms to avoid any discrimination from our peers

Carla: I see; it was equality and unity.

Sabidi: You are very bright, your highness.

Heading inside the castle, We met the king, who bowed in front of Lady Universe.

King: What an honor!

Lady Universe: Don't mention it

King: If I knew you were coming, I would have our praisers prepared a dance or perhaps a song for you?

Universe lady: No need. I won't be here long.

She waved her hands, and the king stood up. I thought he would be horrible looking, but he looked like a grandpa.

king: Hope you like it; you will be governing here one day.

Carla: Thank you, who was that pale woman?

Universe lady: She is the daughter of my grandson.

I gasped as she continued.

Universe lady: She has those blood-thirsty eyes like her father; they were my first creation. It was him and his sister; once I realized how incredibly cruel they were, I banished them to the sea; I didn't have the heart to kill them.

Carla: Oh

Universe lady: I used to believe whatever I created will be too dark at heart. Until I met with my siblings, and they gave me an idea. I created four creatures using stardust. Starlight in their heart, it burns soo bright that it reflects under their neck, all around them, really. I wanted numerous creatures occupying my planet; I told them to find their lovers all around the world, with exceptions, of course.

Carla: What is that?

Johny: They cannot be cruel or unjust. You will get your powers strips from you. You'll No longer rule the kingdom; people will forget who you are.

Carla: That's, um, pretty deep.

Universe lady: Deep indeed! Have a good day; I'll come by tomorrow

Johny: Wait, what about the challenge?

King: What challenge?

Johny: Satphire challenged Carla

King: You did not accept, did you?

Johny: Yes.

King: Foolish girl

Universe lady: I had accepted on her behalf

King: I mean.. Wise choice Goddess

Johny: It's not that I have no faith but am worried.

Universe lady: She challenges the future queen, is that correct?

King: That's what she is.

Universe lady: There will be a wedding tomorrow at sunset. The challenge cannot withstand because by that time, she will be queen.

Carla: I can't rule right now?

I could feel my anxiety kicking in; plus, don't that mean me and Johny have to. "Oh, no am spiraling" Johny and I would be husband and wife?

Universe lady: No, the king's rule has two more years.

King: I thought I had one. Goddess, my son is 16. Doesn't He rule at 17?

Universe lady: She won't be ready; she will be His strength in his moment of weakness like your wife to you; she needs time to find what her strengths are. That is all

She vanished. What, am getting married tomorrow afternoon? Yup, she is definitely insane.

Sabidi: Let's get going, your highness

Johny: Follow me.

The whole time Johny's leading, I was speechless. I didn't want to decline; I was just nervous. It seems just the other day he was with Stephanie. Is he sure I am who he wants as his wife?

##Johny##

Carla, my sweet, you have accepted me for who I am without hesitation. I was planning on making you mine tonight, Tasting your sweet nectar again, but I think it'll be best to wait on our wedding night; it's one moon away. I can't wait for us to be one; I should have never denied you that; for that am sorry. I promise I won't hold anything back. I'll give you all of me..

Johny: Here we are! Babe, the charger is in the corner by the nightstand if you need to charge your phone; I know you might want to call your parents.

Carla: Thank you.

Johny: I will be back; I have to get some things prepared

Carla: What sort of things?

She asks timidly

Johny: Our wedding stuff, of course

She nodded, and I left. I could feel the magnetic pull when am by her side. I had to tell myself just one more day, and I could enjoy her as I want, over and over again. That night in her room, I didn't mean to release so much juice on her; she has a way of taking what she wants out of me. My sister contacted me telepathically.

Sarah: Where are you, young prince?

Johny: Making my way to the kitchen, is something wrong?

Sarah: Is she here?

Johny: Yes

Sarah: How is she?

Johny: Beautiful; she has this blue dress on that has rhinestone at the corners, hair braided back, leaving two long curly strands of hair in the front.

Sarah: I meant health-wise.

Johny: Oh, she is in good health

I laugh nervously

Johny: She is in my chambers now if you want to see her.

Sarah: I do, but I can't see her right now.

Johny: Why not?

Sarah: I got your wedding to plan? Dad said to keep it low-key, so I thought it would be best not to tell Your cousin Amanda.

Johny: Do as you wish, sister. Oh, shoot! I have to get the rings.

Sarah: You handle that.

We hung up. Her ring gotta be beautiful like she; let me think her eyes are light brown, right? which means her ring should be brown but red fire in the middle; grateful to get it done right away. Back to the castle to tell them about her diet. Wedding cakes were traditional on earth. Of course, they looked at me crazy. Until the head chef stepped in and said, "consider it done, sire, I know earthly dishes." relieved I returned to my chambers, she looked asleep. She had on a T-shirt. I instantly blushed with the memories of what happened in her last T-shirt. Not wanting to disturb her, I decided to walk back outside; I heard her say.

Carla: Are you avoiding me again?

I rushed by her side, holding her hands.

Johny: No, it seems you were asleep. I did not want to disturb you.

Carla: When are you coming to bed?

That's a question I'll have to get used to.

Carla: Aren't you tired from running around?

Johny: In this body, I don't get tired or need sleep. My earthly body does.

Carla: Then change; I want your arm around me.

I nodded, begging the universe to give me strength; the thought of losing her made me want to enjoy her right now. She looked so cute in that T-shirt. I bet she doesn't have anything underneath.

Johny: I would need to bathe. First, I haven't washed my earthly body since I got here. Will you excuse me?

She nodded "one more day, Johny, you can do it," I coach myself. She followed me, to my surprise. My bathroom was big enough to fit a gymnasium, full-size Sonas, sofas beds, and an actual pool, For when I wanted to just relax.

Carla: No royal bathers, huh?

Johny: No I prefer not.

I was a little nervous being completely naked in this bathtub getting filled with water.

Carla: What are your thoughts on tomorrow?

She said while leaning back on one of my sofa beds by the pool-like bath.

Johny: I am getting married to you; how can I not be excited.

Carla: What's your last name here?

Johny: No last name, just first names Or your clan name

I said while scrubbing my body.

Carla: Oh

Johny: They call us royals, so my dad, for instance, would be Bob royal.

Carla: I see.

Johny: Babe, can you pass me the towel?

Carla: Sure.

She hands me the towel, and I wrap myself in it. I could tell she was trying not to look; so adorable. "Carla, you can look after tomorrow night. I will be yours." I smiled to myself. My room was like any other room in the castle. Black living room with tables, chairs, silverware, by the window I put little sofa chairs, Just in case I want to read. My bed and drawer were the color black as well. Two king beds put together. I picked a boxer from the drawer to put on. Seeing how nervous she was seeing the opposite sex.

Johny: You don't have to turn around when am getting dressed

She giggled

Carla: I missed you

She said while kissing me. It was getting heavy until her phone rang.

Carla: Hello?

Carla's mom: Honey, are you okay? How is martial art going?

I didn't realize how tired this body was; I traveled here with it; normally, within 15 minutes, it shuts itself down; I'm way overdue; my body shut down, causing me to go into a deep sleep