• The Princess •
I had a lovely meal with Uncle Neb. We talked and remembered old times. It was good to catch up with him.
I wish my mother came with me to enjoy the moments here. She refused to come along, no matter how much begging I did...
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"It is a queen's duty to be here for her people." She had told me. "Leaving to visit my brother would be irresponsible."
"But Mom the castle-!" I tried to explain my own reasons for leaving.
"-No, Marie!" She stopped me. "I will not be going, and that is my final world. If you keep it up, I will not allow you to go yourself."
"Mother, please-!"
"-No!" She raised her voice. "Do not ask me again. I want you back home in two days understood?"
"Yes mother..." I had replied, defeated.
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The Darkness
FantasyA snappy sorceress, a cunning princess, and a mysterious mage must band together in a quest to gain the legendary Golden Rain, which grants immortality to any who drink it. Battling dragons, avenging royalty, and learning to trust one another is muc...
