Chapter 26: Let the river run.

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I woke up next to Elijah, my sheets covering over bare bodies.

I smiled and snuggled deeper into his chest before kissing it. 

I feel his body shift undermine, his arm snaking its way on my waist.

I giggle lightly as I whisper into his ear.

Maria- (whispers) Good morning.

Elijah laughs lightly as he kisses my head.

Elijah- Good morning.

He leans in to lightly peck my lips, I smile into the kiss.

I look into his eyes, he smiles as he brushes the hair from my face.

Brushing my fingers across his chest.

Maria- I meant everything I said, last night. 

Elijah- So did I. I'll do anything for you.

I smiled and kissed his cheek lightly.

We just laid in my bed before I heard Elijah sigh softly.

Elijah- Maria, I have to go before anyone see's me. I wouldn't want this to ruin your reputation.

Maria- I wish you could stay.

Elijah kisses me one last time on the lips.

I playfully jump on top of him, placing kisses all over his face.

He smiled and giggled before lifting me off of him and gathering his clothes.

I took one of my blankets, covering my body as I helped him get dressed. 

He laughed playfully as I lifted his arms up so I could put his shirt on.

He buckled his trousers while I buttoned his shirt.

Maria- Come see me later, okay. 

Elijah- (smiles) Alright, I love you.

Maria-(smiles) I love you.

Elijah leaned in, kissed me before I checked to see if any guards were outside.

He left before the guards were back, sneaking his way out of the castle. 

I closed the door behind him, picking up the bedsheets off the floor. 

I went into my closet to find a dress to wear for today, maybe my red dress, I thought.

Suddenly there was a knock at the door.

Guard 1: Your Highness, the king wishes to have a word with you in the drawing-room.

Maria- Tell him I have to get dressed and to wait for me there. 

Guard 1: Of course.

I thought.

What could Charles need to discuss with me at this hour, it is only nine in the morning? Perhaps he knows of Elijah being here?

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