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★THE ROYAL BALL(1)★
Even Adelaide was shocked the moment Lucian’s lips touched her own,is he really doing this right in front of everyone??
She didn’t get a chance to kiss him back before he broke it,he obviously did it intentionally. Adelaide could see the shock on the maids faces including the guards behind the king,only Carl isn’t shocked like others.
King Lucian faced the maids and they immediately focused their gazes on the ground
“The next time I get a report about you all gossiping,especially about the King’s woman. Prepare to leave this palace” He said
They all gasped and went on their knees immediately
“No your majesty,please have mercy on us” They all said at once
“Apologize to her,not me. Right now” King Lucian ordered
The maids turned to Adelaide while still on their knees
“Please forgive us”
Adelaide turned to Lucian and he smiled at her before she faced the maids again.
“It’s okay,you can get back to work and be mindful of your words” She said
“We are sorry”
Adelaide turned back to Lucian and he grabbed her hand,they started walking and the guards followed them.
“Commander,is she really the king’s woman? Seriously I think the king have such great eyes,she’s so beautiful” A guard said beside Carl,smiling while staring at Adelaide.
He was still smiling when he made to look at Carl only to find Carl glaring at him dangerously
He immediately moved away from Carl
“Do you gossip too? You want me to cut off your tongue?” Carl asked
“I’m sorry commander” The guard muttered
Carl scoffed and ignored him totally
The guards all stopped when they got to the king’s chamber,King Lucian and Adelaide went in.
Adelaide immediately hugged him
“Thank you” she muttered
Lucian wrapped his arms around her
“You don’t have to let them say those words to you,,I don’t really like soft people” Lucian said and Adelaide broke the hug
“You don’t like a drunkard,you don’t like soft people,what else?” Adelaide asked
“I don’t like it when you tie your hair” he said staring at Adelaide’s ponytail
“Oh,I had to do that while checking out my dress” she said and immediately removed hair band
“Let’s say that’s all for now” King Lucian said
“What about spiders?” Adelaide grinned teasingly and Lucian raised his brows
“It’s not right using the king’s weakness on him” He said and Adelaide laughed
“You should have seen the way you ran…..”
“I don’t like it when you tease me” King Lucian immediately said and Adelaide laughed more
“Fine I won’t do it again” She said and started walking toward the bedroom
“It’s a spider right beside you!!!” She suddenly screamed and Lucian ran after her
They both ended up laughing out loud
“That was so fun to watch,should I do it more often?” Adelaide asked
“That’s not funny Ella,you shouldn’t treat a king this way” King Lucian said
“No,I won’t do it again. I promise” Adelaide muttered
“But….are you done? I thought you’re going to be busy all day” Adelaide said
“I was in a meeting,but it’s over and I’m going to take a rest all day” Lucian said
“With me” Adelaide pouted
“What will I get in return?” King Lucian asked
“What do you want?” Adelaide asked
Lucian got on the bed and tap his right side,Adelaide smiled and immediately joined him. She rest her head on his chest while his hand enwrapped her waist
“Can I ask for something?” Adelaide asked
“Of course,anything for you” Lucian replied
“The maids……”
“Why? You want me to change them?” King Lucian cut in and Adelaide nodded
“I don’t want anyone from the palace” she muttered
“Don’t worry, Maggie will take care of that” King Lucian said and Adelaide smiled
“Thank you my king” she muttered
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NEXT DAY★8PM**
Adelaide was in her suite,she have been here all day watching as the maids arranged everywhere neatly and this time everything is finally done.
Her closet was filled up without different clothes that she wondered how they were able to get everything in such a short time,she turned to the cosmetics table and sat down in front of the mirror. She’s only waiting for the new Maids that will be introduced to her,the court lady got them for her like the king promised and she was hoping they aren’t the same as the palace maids.
She stared at her image in the mirror and smiled,she checked the time
“Where are they? I have just less than one hour” She mumbled and bite her lips
The ball will be starting by nine and the guests are arriving already.
Just then,there came a voice at the door.
“Come in” Adelaide replied and the door opened
Five girls entered,they are already in the maids uniform but it’s obvious they are the new maids
“Good evening my lady” they all chorused at a time and Adelaide looked at them one after the other
“Good evening” She finally smiled
The court lady also entered
“My lady,you said you wanted three,I got five so please choose three out of them” Lady Maggie said and Adelaide turned her face back to the girls
They all look so beautiful and young that she was confused on who to choose,but finally she choose three as expected.
The other two left with the court lady
“Thank you for choosing us my lady” The first girl who seems to love talking a lot said with a bow
“Please introduce yourselves” Adelaide said
“I’m Ava” The first girl said,smiling
“Mia my lady” The second girl also bowed with a smile
“I’m Gemma,it’s nice meeting you my lady” The third girl who look younger than the other two said in her tiny voice. She seems like the quiet type
“I’m Adelaide” Adelaide said
“We know you my lady,you’re the king’s woman and it’s our duty to serve you. You have all my sincerity my lady” Ava said
“Me too my lady” Mia also said
“I promise to do everything you want” Gemma said
Adelaide nodded
“I’m running late” She mumbled,turning back to the mirror
“We will get you ready in a short minute” Ava immediately said and they moved closer
“I will do the make up and hair” Ava said
“I was planning to do that” Mia said
“But I said it first” Ava glared
“I don’t think it’s necessary to fight” Adelaide spoke up and Mia moved away from Ava
“Wow,my lady you have such a long hair. I wish my hair is as long” Ava said
“Thank you” Adelaide muttered
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ROYAL HALL**
Princess Lisa kept welcoming the guests as they came in while the Royal Steward announces their arrivals
most guests are couples as expected.
Lisa was looking like a princess she is,so beautiful and breathtaking
Amara and her sisters came in
“Girls!!” Lisa waved at them immediately
“Oh my God,princess!” Yasmin and Lucia ran to her and Yasmin hugged her first before Lucia
“Thanks for coming” Lisa said as she also hugged Amara
“It’s such an honor to be here,you look so mad beautiful Lisa” Yasmin said
The minsters daughters are the only ones who aren’t royalties among the guests
“Oh,thank you. You also look beautiful” Lisa smiled
Yasmin and Lucia walked away,Lisa smiled at Amara who was looking around
“I’m sure the prince is still In his room,would you like to go there?” She asked
“Really? Can I?” Amara asked
Lisa immediately called a guard
“Take her to prince Liam’s room” She said
“Yes princess” The guard bowed and immediately led the way while Amara followed
“Such a good planner you are Lisa” She chuckled
“Lisa!!” She heard a loud scream again and she turned to see two princesses like herself too
“You came!!!” Lisa also screamed and immediately ran to them
She kept on greeting everyone calling her,they all seems to enjoy her company so much
She was still there when she saw queen Sofia coming in with prince Arthur,He’s the crown prince of a capital and as far as Lisa is concerned,her brother and Arthur never get along so why would the queen invite him?
“This is not good” She mumbled and immediately walked over to them
“Mother” She called and Arthur looked at her
“You’ve really grown to become a beautiful young lady” Arthur said with a smile which Lisa h@ťěs so much
“We need to talk mother” Lisa said and ignored Arthur completely before walking away
“She’s still a brat” Arthur scoffed when queen Sofia followed Lisa.
His guards led him to a table
“I can’t wait to see my long time enemy” Arthur chuckled as he sat down
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