"I can't believe you let him bully you into doing this ! You are your own person Rysand! A king for crying out loud ! Why... are you listening to him ?" I asked , tears streaming down my face.
"He's... my father Avalon and I respect his opinions . Of me and my kingdom." He said , handing me my clothes while I stuffed them into a bag.
"Well I think it's stupid! Why be a king if you can't make your own rules and decisions? I thought you were better than this. I thought...you cared about this baby and... even a little bit about my well-being. "
"I did ! I mean , I do. But I can't change the fact that my dad made the call and I'm following his direction. " he stated, trying to reach for my hand as I pulled back from him.
"Well I hope this is what you want. That you get what you think you deserve. " I said grabbing my bag and heading down the stairs.
As I walked out of the palace into the crisp night air , I couldn't help but feel pathetic. Here I thought I was going to spend 9 months in a gorgeous palace being waited on hand and foot - and leave with a big payout - only to get the shocking realization that he left me pregnant and alone. I was a fool to think someone like him would actually understand what I was going through.
Someone like him, will never understand anything.
I clasped my jacket closer to my body as I walked down the hill back into town. Leaving now might've not been my brightest idea, but it sure beat the hot morning sun. As I rounded the corner leading directly towards the town , bright lights make me stop in my tracks as I shield my eyes .
"Come on , don't be ridiculous Avalon. " Opening my eyes I see Rysand climb out of the car as I dropped my hand from my eyes , placing it on my hip.
"Me ? You're the one following your father's orders like a little puppy. If anything I think I'm the only one who understands the essence of the situation here. But then again I didn't think you would understand , your highness." I spat bitterly watching him sigh.
"I deserve that." He said making me look at him almost as if saying 'you think?'
"But I also want to change things. You were right. I didn't become a king just for my father to keep on making the decisions. I want to do that. Right now , starting with this. Please come back with me."
"And why would I do that? You dropped me before. What would make this time any different?" I challenged as I watch him try hard to think of something believable to answer me with.
"I don't know. And I can't promise you anything will change , but here's what I CAN promise ; I promise to protect you and this child. My father isn't going to take this away from me. I wanted this child and I'm going to keep this child no matter what he or anyone else says. This is my decision and I'm sticking with it." He said making me try hard to hide my proud smile. He was finally standing up for what he believed in . I guess it took someone calling him out on it to make it happen and in a way... I'm glad I did.
"Fine. You have one chance to make this right. Don't break my trust again ." I warned climbing into the car as we drove back up to the palace. It was dead silent , almost as if I could hear the wheels turn in his head while he thought. I know that in the moment it felt great and he seemed very proud of himself , but I also knew come morning his father would be hot on his tail for it.
"Have you... thought about what you're going to tell your father?" I asked barely above a whisper as I slowly made eye contact with him.
"Honestly? No. I didn't even think I would be running after you until I did. I guess when it comes down to that , I'll think of something. " he answered trying to muster a smile while I struggled to do the same. Pulling up to the palace my heart instantly sank into my boots. There in all of his aloof glory stood king Otis. Again.
"You go out first I... need a second. " I said watching him nod his before getting out as I watched and listened from the window.
"Ah Rysand, you're back. " king Otis said with a bright smile making me roll my eyes. "I'd like to introduce you to princess Alexandra. She's -"
"Are you honestly trying to set me up with someone right now ?" Rysand asked annoyed as I watched the princess' smile fall.
"I thought we've discussed this. That this is the best thing for you and the kingdom ?" King Otis clarified as I watched him pull Rysand to the side.
"No. You decided this was what I needed and you made the call. I didn't have anything to do with this father. "
"Oh don't tell me you're still upset about that half breed of a child of yours ? Cause I can assure you that girl was -"
"That girl's name is Avalon. And she's much more understanding and accepting of other people's ideas and values than you'll EVER be." Rysand seethed as I took the glance my way as his invitation for me to get out. Closing the door behind me I see king Otis roll his eyes and scoff as I ignored his tantrum and joined Rysand's side. "And as for my so called half breed child ; don't worry father , you won't have anything to do with them from today forward." He stated making a proud smile appear on my face and this time, I didn't even mind the glare he sent me way.
Making our way back into the palace , we pass a gaping princess Alexandra as Rysand quietly apologized and sent her on her way too. This might've been one crazy turn of events , but atleast now I knew where I stood in regards to Rysand . Even if it hurt like hell getting here.
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