✓The Secret Princess✓

Chapter 10

“He has to write to his father every week. It's like a tradition.” Keith states.

“Oh.”

“So how are you Bea. How are you feeling?”

“I don't know what to tell Keith. I really don't know. It is all very tiring. I am so confused about what to do.”

“Oh. Did you go through all the things in your bag?”

“I did. There were some clothes. Havana said she'll take to the seamstress to check. Then there's this pendant and then the book about magic.— she froze — The book of magic! I completely forgot to read that! Now I remember! Thank you so much Keith!” she hugs him.

At first he is surprised. Then he hugs her back, not wanting to let go. She smells of blueberries. It's so wonderful. He could probably stay there all day, hugging her. Ah! How wonderful this is.  Then he lets go, realizing he hugged her too long. She looks down blushing, probably to hide it. Maybe she realized it too. That the hug was long. 

“I should probably go now.” he says scratching his neck.

“Okay then.” she smiled nervously at him.

They went to the front door. Keith turned. They spoke at the same time.

“Good night Bea.”

“Could you help me Keith”

Keith gestured for her to speak.

“I was asking if you could help me with the magic book.”

“I'm glad you asked. I will be sure to help you.” He smiled at her.

“Good night Bea.” he tucked a strand of hair behind her ear. She blushed. A lot. Keith chuckled.

“Good night Keith.” he smiled and  turned to leave.

“Keith?” he stopped and turned.

“Thank you.” she smiled at him.

“Anytime.” he waved and left, whistling.

She closed the door and sighed. *What in the world are you blushing for! Idiot.*

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**Meanwhile in Dandilia**

“What! You couldn't find her! You idiots! One task. I gave you one task. To find her!” A man screamed at them. He had blonde hair and dark blue eyes which were scary too look at. He hovered over them.

“But Master Alistair, we….we couldn't find h-her.” one of them shivered in fear.

“Shut up! I would definitely have found her. I couldn't believe I trusted you people. Wait and watch! All of you! How I will soon marry Princess Beatrice.”

Alistair smirked.“Tyson!” A man came running.

“Ah. You're here, commander Tyson, good. Now send search parties to find Princess Beatrice in each and every forest in Dandilia. She has to be here somewhere. Now go!” Tyson bowed and left.

Alistair left the throne room. He climbed up the stairs and pushed open a wooden door.

“Where is she!”

The queen looked up at him.

“I have no idea what you are talking about.”

“Don't lie to me Melissa! Where is your daughter?! Where did you send her?!”

“As a matter of fact, my daughter ran away without anyone knowing. And even if I knew you wouldn't know it from me.” she scoffed.

“Watch your words queen, know that I have your husband and son in my grasp.”

She scoffed again.

“You!……I will find her and you all will suffer!”frustrated, he turned and left, slamming the door, startling her.

She sighed.*Find your destined soon Bea,our family is in danger. Be safe and come home soon. I love you and I am praying for you.*

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Bea suddenly shivered.

She was in her night gown, brushing her hair. She felt afraid. 
“Why am I shivering?”she asked herself. She felt as if someone called her. She felt somewhat afraid.

She went to her window, trying to calm herself and looked out. The night breeze was comforting. The village was in peace. It was comfortingly quiet. The stars were shining bright in the sky. It was beautiful. She continued looking at it.

*Lord, protect everyone I love. Even the ones I might have forgotten about. Please help me to remember everything soon.*

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Hey guys!
How was chapter 10?
I hoped you liked it.
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I will write more about Alistair the main villain in the next chapters.
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Question:
Where do you think Alistair has hidden Bea's father and brother?

Enjoy the last day of August!
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With loads of love,
Betts 😺