ALEX
I could as well say I have the best time of my life with me. Having Mia by my side completes me. I moved the strand of hair that covered her eyes as she slept. Even in her sleep she remained beautiful. Her eyes opened slowly and welcomed mine. She was like a child that should be handled carefully and that is what she is to me.
"Morning Sunshine" I smiled as my fingers caressed her cheek softly.
Her smile was as though the only thing that could keep the fire in my heart burning. She raised her hand to my face and stroked my cheek as well
"Was this your plan all along?" she asked
I leaned in until I could feel her breathe.
"Well, I guess this is what fate wants for us" I smiled
I noticed her mood change as she stared deeper into my eyes.
"I have the next King here in bed with me" she stated and smiled slightly as she fondled with my hair
Her words made my heart leap and disappointment fled in. She had said earlier how it was impossible for us to be together and that was something I would not agree with.
"Do you think it's possible for us be together?" she asked
"Do you love me Mia?" I asked
"I do" she said patiently
"Be my Queen" I stated
Her look held astonishment like I've said the most impossible thing ever.
"I love only you Mia and it's just you I want" I smiled.
Her smile returned, confident on the fact that I had just deciphered the most difficult puzzle she had. I captured her lips in mine and the passion we once had returned.
***
I had Mia return home and taken care of alongside her Mother. I just couldn't stop smiling as I thought of every moment I had with her.
"Someone seems very bright" Clint smiled
"Isn't the afternoon sun beautiful" I smiled as we stood on the balcony of the hallway leading to the main palace.
"This is about Mia isn't it?" He chuckled
A brighter smile found its way on my face. "She's....just perfect" I inhaled as I hugged my chest
"I've never seen you this happy" He laughed.
"I'm going to make her my Queen" I said quickly.
"About that.....His Majesty wants to see you" He said as his face formed a straight face
My smile faded quickly and I hoped our meeting was not about what he had told me after the war.
"You called Father" I said as I entered the hall
"Yes....Son." he smiled.
And at that same hour I noticed someone else joined in the hall and shock filled me.
"Prince Alex, it's my pleasure seeing you...again" She spoke and curtsied
Arenila. She's here? Why?
My head could not place all in front of me. Arenila had been my friend since childhood. We had fun and truly at one point in time I liked her and I knew she did but she never admitted it until she left.
"Pleasure's all mine" I took her hand and kissed her knuckles.
"Father, if it would be alright with you may I have a word with you outside?" I spoke calmly not taking my gaze off Arenila
"Alright son" He said.
I walked out of the hall quickly and Father trailed behind me.
"Why is she here now? I never approved of what we discussed earlier" I spat trying very hard to hold the rage within me.
"Alex, the Kingdom needs to grow and I'm not getting much younger, neither are you. And after all this while, you still have no bride so I decided to do it for you." he said smoothly
"I do Father. I told you the person I want to marry" I stated
"You're not marrying a peasant" He emphasised.
"She's not a peasant!" I yelled and shock filled my Father's eyes
I tried. I really tried.
I sighed. "I can't marry someone I don't love" I added
"When it comes to the affairs of the palace, there's no love. Love makes you weak" He said.
I paused. "If as a Prince, I'm still not allowed to make decisions on my own, I don't think I want to be part of this game anymore" I said.
"What are you saying?" Father asked with a muddled look
"I'm exiling myself. I don't want to be a prince anymore" I said and walked away.
"Alex!! Alexander!" He called but I refused to turn back.
I know my decision is going to cause commotion in the Palace but I don't care. All in my mind was to leave this dreadful place.
"I don't think this is the best way to handle this situation" Clint said calmly.
Why is He ever calm?
"What would you have me do then?" I asked tiredly
"How about marrying Princess Arenila and then have Mia has your concubine" he suggested
"Never. I'd rather have it the other way round" I said. "Don't come with me. Stay with Father and keep an eye on him. I'll be away for a while" I added
I left for the stable, got a horse and left the palace, finally able to breathe well.