1 The Beginning: ONE

It was a rainy Sunday afternoon when my mother, the Queen called saying it's urgent. I was born next to the throne and yes, my father is the King who rule the palace. Palace which seems to be the government here.

"Hail to your prince" that's what they called me. A prince which is a 15 year old kid.

"Mama, you called me?" The first thing i said before stepping in their chambers.

"Son, i miss you. Please sit here" gesturing her side. After sitting I listened to whatever she will say.

"We always do this every year so i think you know this already, i just want to remind you about the royal dinner held here tomorrow night "

"Oh , I remember that mama. We always do that every year so i know what to do."

"Thank you. You grew so well son. You know your father is busy lately because of the problems outside. I am worried to his health, he is not getting any younger " mama said while hugging me.

Mama and Papa is so fond of each other, their love is pure and i know that, I've seen it. The way they smile and held hands, those laughter I heard when passing by their chambers. I guess papa is not getting any younger but that's what it takes to be a King. A King who has a heart for the poor, injustice system, who helps other people before himself. That's the King, that's my papa.

"You should talk to him mama, he will listen for sure" I answered back.

She looks at me and smile.

"I want to but i think it's a serious matter. We should understand him, okay?"

My forehead creased . Is it that serious that mama cant convince my papa to rest? I doubt.

"By the way, don't forget to sleep early and eat lunch okay, i also have important matters to do. Call me in the library if you need anything " after that mama went out and do what she needs to do.

They always treat me like that, a baby? Even though im 15 and this year i will be 16. It doesn't matter, i like it anyway. I went out to their chambers and walk going to south only stops when i heard a weird noise.

"Yes that's tomorrow afternoon or night but i told you it's private i cant sneak in!!"

"You know the palace is heavily guarded! What dont you do it yourself!"

"No! I dont want to!"

Are they fighting? Spy?!

That's a girl voice but it seems like no one is answering? Or phone call maybe?

What the hell is that topic? That's the royal dinner tomorrow night? Should i say this to mama? Or papa? But they are both busy.

"Who the hell are you!?" With a cold and authoritative voice.

That girl stops talking. Frozen. Until she f*cking run!

"W-wait!!" i called her. Where is the palace guard? Why is no one is around?! Im pissed. My mama thought me about elegance and yes that's not only for girls but also for me. Mama said dont run, always remember your poise and i grew with that in my mind.

I will surely find that lady and fix that matter by myself. But how? The dinner is already tomorrow.

I started walking until i find couples of guard. They halt when they saw me.

"Gathered 15 palace guards and follow me" i said before i turn my backs to them.

"Prince, here are them" the royal guard arrived after a minute.

My confidence is gone when i face them. I bet this is a mere problem compare to others? But—

"Did you eat your lunch?"

That's the only thing i can said and f*ck its so embarrassing!

"Nevermind ah—"

"Yes your Prince " they chorus answer.

"You can go back to your place" I dismissed them. They want to ask but it's forbidden. What the hell did i do?! This should not reach my mama and papa. Thats was a foul play to do. God

Maybe I should start finding her. I hurriedly went out and stop when I remember that the only thing i know is the dress she wear.

I close my eyes and think what should i do next?

Maybe i can recognize her tomorrow night in the royal dinner? Then ask what's with the phone call and run scene? Yes , I should do that.

I sleep that day thinking about what happened, until dark consume me.

"Good morning Prince breakfast is ready"

the first thing i heard when i open my eyes. The royal maids are standing near my door. I stared at the clock only to see it is still early, 5:00 am really?

"Can i sleep for another 10 mins?" I asked huskily. Im still sleepy.

"The Queen and King is in the dining hall waiting for you Prince "

Mama and Papa? Oh so we can eat completely again.

"Okay, Please get out i will change. Give me 10 minutes"

"Yes Prince "

After that they went out. Is papa not busy today?

"Good morning mama, papa" i kiss them in the cheeks before proceeding to my chair.

"Your mama told you about the dinner later?" Papa asked.

"Yes papa" I answered back.

"Good"

"How's your sleep son?" Mama asked.

"Its fine mama" I lied ok. The lady yesterday bothers me. I cant sleep grrr

She only smile and we proceed to eat.

"So they are coming?" mama

"Yes I invited them. You know my Queen we lack for a supply when it comes to building machine, they have it so might as well talk to them if they can supply us"

"You know that man is not trustworthy " mama warned.

I eyed them. They are staring to each other.

"I will place our guards anywhere and my Queen its not the other way around. They are coming here, we will not go there so please stop worrying " papa assured after a minute.

"Im just worried, for you, for us and for the people out there. Their Kingdom is top because they steal with the other Kingdom, what if— "

"No more what if i will protect you, us and the people. Now eat and rest later. Dinner later is a big night" papa cut her off.

For the past years King and Queens who visited us are all kind. I was worried to what mama says, we are not sure. They steal? What if they steal from us right?

I stared at the grand door slowly opens. My eyes darted to the big dining hall with different faces. Not familiar like last year.

A King and Queen of different kingdoms. Some are with their sons, Prince and Princesses. Next to the throne.

I am just observing them all when a pair of black curly hair caught my attention. The hair is up until waist with a glitter blue as design. It compliments her dress which is a color yellow that is unique to other. The lace is sophisticated just like her skin. Her nose is pointed and wait— I think i saw her before?