Belle's P.O.V
"Ouch!" I said as Dawn pinned me, again.
"Stop moving!" she ordered with a pin in her mouth. I looked over at Raina, who was sitting in a rocking chair watching us in amusement.
"Help!" I mouthed to her, she just smiled and shook her head, traitor.
"So what would you like your dress to be like?" Dawn asked, walking over to the fabrics, she grabbed a rich red silkily fabric and said, "This colour?" I shook my head furiously, no way am I going to wear a dress that colour. "How about this?" she said holding up a bright pink coloured fabric.
"No way am I wearing that!" I said looking over at the colours.
After what seemed like forever, Dawn sighed and said, "Ignore the colour for a moment, what kind of dress you want? Tight and puffy? Short and loose? Do you want to go princess or peasant?" I shook my head at everything.
Dawn huffed and sat down in a chair and sighed, "What do you want?" she said desperately. I looked at her and said, "Can't I just wear this dress?" pointing at my green dress.
"NOOOO!" Dawn and Raina said in unison. I held my hands up in surrender. Raina then stood up and grabbed a horrible orange colour and said, "What about this one?"
"No it's disgusting," I said, my nose scrunched up. She sighed, putting the piece of fabric back and muttered, "Why do I have to have the stubborn child?"
"Hey!" I said putting my hands on my hips, getting off the platform. I sat on the ground with my head between my knees and mumbled, "Can't I just not go to the ball?"
"You are going and that's final!" Raina stated, sitting back in her rocking chair again. Suddenly the door flew open and Ollie and Ella came flooding in.
Ollie was waving a piece of parchment in his hand and said, "This could be your dress. Ella described it while I drew it," giving the parchment to me. I looked down and was amazed. This dress is perfect. No puffy skirts or tight corsets. It was elegant and white.
"It perfect guys." Tears streamed out of my eyes as I engulfed them into a hug. As I pulled back, their faces were filled with glee. They looked at each other and Ella said, "We did it!" high fiving Ollie.
I walked over to Dawn and gave her the design saying, "Could you make this?" I asked, as she looked down at the design for a moment before looking up at me and said, "Of course I can."
The elflings cheered, jumping up and down chanting "We did it, we did it!"
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Thranduil's P.O.V
I hear lots of giggling as the kingdom came into the ballroom. Women in big dresses in all colours. Men in suits of black and white. But what makes it hard is that everyone is wearing a mask. People dancing in lines, twirling as they switched partners. Little elflings dance with the elders, giggling.
I watched as a girl came up to me. She was wearing a yellow dress and a sparkly mask. She curtsied before asking, "Prince, would you like to dance?" she said moving closer, her breasts nearly popping out of her dress. I nearly gaged, I shook my head and said, "I will not dance with you, good day," and with that I walked to where the wine was.
I had about two glasses when the doors flew opened, in came a girl with the biggest pink dress I have ever seen, her mask was baby pink with hundreds of pink feathers sprouting from the top. Of course it was Neawilth, with her dress extra tight.
I felt a hand on my shoulder making me jump. I turned around to see my mother, she had a golden dress on and a white mask. Her small crown sat perfectly on her head. She chuckled and said "Do you notice anyone" looking around the room. "Yes mother, Neawilth," I grumbled.
She looked around the ball room. "Where is she?" she asked.
"She the one in the big pink dress and feathers growing from her head." My mother laughed as she spotted Neawilth.
"She looks ridiculous, doesn't she?" she whispered. I nodded and sipped more of my wine.
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Belle's P.O.V
I looked at the lady in the mirror, with blonde hair that fell to her waist with white blossom petals through her hair.
A beautiful dress that hugged her figure. The sleeves of the hung on her arms, leaving her shoulder bare, See-through pure white fabric that travelled down her body. Just below her chest was lace ribbon filled with moonstones. The skirt of the dress was loose making it fly around when she twirled. A white see-through cloak was draped on her shoulder, As if snow embed into the design, which fell to the floor. A sliver mask was placed upon her face, carvings that swirled and two little sliver gems. Her mother's midnight blue flower necklace hung around her neck, like always.
I pulled back the red curtain back to revel myself. Everyone stood there shocked, Raina had tears coming from her eyes and Dawn had a hand placed over her mouth, while the twins were staring at me as if I was a princess.
The twins had identical blue dresses that had a floral pattern across the front and white ribbon in their hair. Raina had a green dress that suited her read hair perfectly. Dawn had a long deep red dress that turned darker at the bottom. And Ollie had a white blouse that was tucked into grey pants and his favourite red socks covered his feet. He refused to put on his boots saying "Red socks are cooler than black boots. You can also slip and slide on the ballroom floor."
"You look soo beautiful, hun," Raina sniffled, wiping her tears away. I smiled and turned to Dawn.
"Thank you so much Dawn, this dress must of taken you ages."
"Pfft. It only took me 4 days, no biggie." I smiled, knowing she worked a lot more on the dress than just 4 days. I pulled her into a hug.
As I pulled away, Raina said, "We have to go sweeties, we are already late as it is." She grabbed both of the twins' hands and we were off.
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It was nearly dark before we came across the lighted bridge. The doors were closed and guards with stern faces. As Raina handed the invitation to one of the guards, the other was looking at me, well not looking at my face, but at my mangos.
Pervert.
It took all my strength not to walk up to him and slap him in the face. "Oi Zac! Her eyes are up there," Raina said, pointing at my eyes.
Raina: 1
The king of perverts: 0
The guard's cheeks started to turn scarlet red. Opening the doors, to revel a dimly lighted hallway. The twins started to giggle as they ran down the hall, racing themselves. I heard Dawn chuckle as Ollie ran after them, slipping across the polished white marble floors. Hearing the faint sound violins being played, people's laughter, sent butterflies to my stomach. I looked down to see my reflection against the marble floor. Moonlight rays hit one side of my face. I smiled as I looked to the familiar light, surrounded by his minions, giliath (stars).
As I kept walking I saw what looked like an old tapestry, faded and worn. I stepped closer, I saw a big battle, orcs with their spears and swords charging to the army of armoured elves. Their stood their ground as a blonde haired elf stood in front, the leader. He was facing away, only being able to see the backs of his head. His sword raised to the orcs direction.
The moment before war.
As I walked to the next tapestry, a weird symbol was carved on a wardrobe. Strange? Why would there be a big tapestry about a wardrobe with a symbol carved into it? I suddenly felt a hand on my shoulder making me jump. I turned to see Raina with a small smile on her face.
She looked at the tapestries and said, "Legend has it Belle, that an old powerful witch had a vision, she warned the king that a war will be coming. The king prepared his soldiers for battle, waiting for any sign, but nothing came. The King was so angry and furious that he banished the witch from his lands, but with witches there is always trouble. She cast a curse. When a pure heart enters the kingdom, she will bring courage, wisdom, life but she will also bring betrayal, jealously and certain death..."
Raina looked down at her shoes and chuckled. "But it is only a story, so don't worry Belle."
She patted my shoulder before walking towards the ball room saying, "You have to go to the ball sometime tonight Belle. Dawn didn't waste her precious time for nothing!" And with that she walked around the corner.
I looked at the moon that shone through the cold windows. Why was it so big and bright compared to the others stars? I shook my head, "Come on Belle, it's only a ball! Nothing to get nervous about" But inside I knew I was terrified. What if something bad happens? What if I step on some guy's foot?
"Stop it Belle! Just go in there and dance!" I told myself, forcing my legs to move. As I got around the corner, a big white door with gold engraved in the wood. I took a deep breath, my stomach was swarming with butterflies and my hands shook as I touched the golden door handle. This is it. I pulled the handle, the doors opened. Light engulfed me, followed by the sound of the music stopping. The doors slammed against the outer walls. I felt heat flood in my cheeks as I everyone's gaze landed on me.
"Great way to make a first impression, Belle," I muttered as I looked for any sign of Dawn or Raina. I found them over near the refreshments, hands over their mouths as they muffled a laugh. I frowned as I made my way through the crowd, hearing the constant whispers.
Dawn patted my shoulder as I sat down. "Excellent entry Belle," She said before bursting out laughing. I on the other hand, was glad that I was wearing a mask otherwise I would have died from embarrassment.
The music started again and everyone bowed to their partner before dancing again. The twins came to me, "Belle dance with us" they said in unison. I smiled and nodded, leaving my cloak on the chair before being pulled away be the two girls. We all joint hands, forming a circle in the middle of the dance floor.
"Ready?" they both asked.
"For what?" I said as I choked on my breath. The girls spun around, pulling me with them. They swung their arms and laughter poured out of them. The girls went faster and the circle widen. The twin next to me holding my left hand had quite a firm grip. We all kept on spinning, the twins laughing as Ella broke the circle, forming a chain. I was losing my balance until I fell on my bottom. I groaned as the girls giggled but then gasped.
A hand was stretched out to me, I smiled and took it. As he pulled me up I looked up at his face. He wore a black mask that just cover his eyes. He wore a white dress shirt and navy pants with black boots that came to his shins.
"Thank you, Sir."
He smiled, his blue eyes gleamed into mine, I was about to walk away when his hand caught my wrist. I turned back to him, that's when he said the words.
"Would you care to have a dance with me?"
I froze. Should I?
"You may," my voice was nervous as he smiled grabbing my hand and led me towards the dance floor. I gulped as he turned and joined the line. The music started and the men bowed to the females. I curtsied and we were off. My hand connected with his as we walked up and down the line.
Next thing I know, we switch partners. I met eyes with a man. He had deep brown hair and brown eyes. He cheerfully smiled at me and the music changed making me stop.
He gently placed his hand on my waist and firmly took hold of my hand and started to dance. He pulled me closer to him, too close. His brown eyes stared at me hungrily, pulling me hard against him. He brought his lips to my ear and whispered, "Do you want to go somewhere quiet?" making me shiver in disgust, his lips nicking my ear. I tried to pull away from him, but his fingers dug into my hip. I hissed in pain
"Let go of me!" I growled, trying to get out of his grip.
"Feisty, I like it!" letting go of my hand and placed both hands on my hips.
"Let go of me!" I shouted, slapping his chest. One of his hands travelled higher up my body. My blood started to boil, then I did what any girl would do.
I slapped him. The slap echoed throughout the room, making everyone stop and stare.
"YOU LITTLE BITCH!" he said raising his hand to hit me. I flinched as he slapped me to the ground, I cried out as my head connected with the cold marble floor. I curled up in a ball, closing my eyes shut, expecting another hit.
But it never came.
Opening my eyes to see the guy with the black mask, his hand gripped the sick guy's wrist. "Don't you dare!" he growled.
The guy tried to get his wrist loose saying, "let go you of me, you asshole, I need to teach this brat a lesson!" he shouted at the man. The blue eyed guy ripped off his mask to revel Thrandy.
Everyone gasped and the guy's eyes grew wide. "Sssorry your highness, this slut just came all over me."
The Prince's eyes grew cold, his jaw tightened. "How dare you hit a lady!" he voice was filled with venom. "Guards show this guy the way out!" he ordered, roughly letting go of his arm. The guards quickly grabbed the man and dragged him out.
The prince then came to my level and grabbed my shoulders, helping me to my feet. He looked in my eyes and his hand brushed away a strand of hair and tucked it behind my ear. I stood there frozen, butterflies fluttering in my stomach as he gently touched my cheek.
"Are you alright, my dear?" he asked, his voice calm and caring. I nodded and muttered a 'thank you'.
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I laughed as I saw Ollie sliding up and down the ballroom in his red little socks chanting, "Slip and sllliidde! Slip and Sliiide!"
I was about to join him when a hand grasped my arm pulling me back until I hit the wall. It was dark and we were out of sight. I groaned in pain, that's when I felt a knife against my throat. Out of all daggers in the world I knew this one.
Erica.
Neawilth stood in front of me while Erica held the dagger against my throat. "Stay away from my future husband you slut!" Neawilth growled, she wore a big pink puffy dress that was way too small, and a mask with hundreds of pink feathers coming out the top. She wore too much make up (as usual) but her lipstick was smudge.
I smiled at the thought. "You are the slut! Not me," I said, the knife dug further into my throat. Neawilth scrunched her hands into fists until something clicked in that small brain of hers.
"Belle?"
Shoot! She knows. She ripped of my mask, throwing it to the floor. She smiled evilly as she saw my face.
"Well hello there Belle. Last I heard of you, you were killed by orcs." She and Erica laughed making cringe. "Now tell me Belle, how does it feels to see your mother die?! Shot by an arrow and died in your arms, Huh? Watching her take her final breath?"
That's it! I lunged at the bitch, but the dagger dug further. Tears fell down my face. Why are they being so mean to me? What have I done to them to hate me this much?
Neawilth smiled and said "Look Erica, Belle is crying." They laughed again. Neawilth then grabbed my chin so I looked directly into her horrid yellow eyes.
"Listen here and listen well. If I see you with my husband, near him or even looking at him, I will kill you. Slow and painfully, just like your mother!" She smiled evilly and walked away.
Erica looked at me, one more time before bashing my head against the wall. I screamed out in pain but muffled by Erica's hand. I bit down on her hand making her squeal. "You bitch" she said and kicked me in the stomach before walking away.
I sat there in the corner, Neawilth's words playing in my head. I will kill you, slow and painfully. Just like your mother.
Just like your mother
Just like your mother
Just like your mother!
I held my head in my hands, mumbling, "no, no, no." My breathing quickened as I started to hyperventilate. I need air, I thought to myself. I stood up sniffling, putting my mask back on and ran to through the crowd, mumbling, "Excuse me."
But as I walked into the middle of the room, the sight horrified me. Neawilth had her arms around Thranduil's neck, her head laid against his chest. When her eyes found me, she smirked and whispered something into Thrandy's ear.
I couldn't take it anymore. I burst out into tears and ran. Ignoring the shouts from Raina and Dawn. Pushing the doors open and running down the hall. I heard footsteps following me as I pushed opened the entrance doors, giving the guards a fright and kept running into the forest.
I heard a male voice shout, "WAIT!"
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My sister has been really annoying, taking me longer to write
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