While Prince Thomas went to get some food I sat patiently on the other end of Charlotte's bed while she was chatting away.
"So what were you up to with my brother? On a date a presume." Charlotte asked, watching me as I fiddled with the sheets.
I looked up, "Yeah, I guess we were on a date of sorts."
Charlotte nodded, "Well that's good, it's nice to see you again. It's good to see anyone really. My weird sickness is very annoying and I can't get out much. I assume Thomas mentioned it."
I nod slowly, "Yeah he did, and I'm sorry."
Charlotte shrugged it off, "It's fine. Anyway, what were you up to on your date? Did he plan anything dramatic, he's done that with a few."
I shake my head, "No, no, nothing like that."
Charlotte gave a smile, "That's good. Some of the girls get so spoilt and are crazy needy. And Thomas actually likes some of those girls. Ew." Charlotte made a gagging noise and pulled a funny face.
I laugh and smile at Charlotte, then she laughs too.
"Maybe you could help me out here, Bells."
I turn to see Prince Thomas carrying two big trays of food as he tries to kick the door open and I slide off the bed to help him.
"Bells? What's this cute thing going on that don't know about?" Charlotte asked.
I blush, turning away to put the tray down on the table beside the bed.
Prince Thomas chuckles, sits down on the bed and puts a tray in front of his sister.
Now Thomas had stolen my spot on the bed.
I stood for a moment, wondering where to sit when Thomas addresses me.
"Bells, come sit up here." He patted the small space next to him.
I shyly got onto the bed, having to push up next to Prince Thomas to avoid falling off.
I reached for some food and felt myself about to tumble off the bed when I felt Thomas put an arm around me to secure me.
I blushed fiercely and thanked him in a whisper.
"I don't know whether to find this cute or gross." Charlotte said, looking at us two with a smile.
Prince Thomas laughed at his sister, "I'm glad you're feeling better."
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The day of the extended royal family visit came and I had finished the last touches on my outfit, a silver and blue dress with hints of glitter throughout. I loved this outfit.
We had to greet the guests in the entrance before any of the activities took place, so I made sure to be on time as I went down the hall.
I saw Lola and Alex heading down to the entrance so I walked down with them.
We had to meet the royals at 9:30 and have an introduction before the Ruby teams activity at 10:00.
As we got down to the entrance hall I noticed majority of the selected girls milling around, chatting or complimenting each other's outfit.
Camera crews were set up around the room to capture the extended royal families arrivals, but I don't think any of the cameras were on just yet.
King William, Queen Catherine and Prince Thomas stood off to the side, Princess Charlotte only just joining them as I come in.
After speaking to her 2 days ago, she told me she was to rest most of her time up until today.
Luckily she looked perfectly fine and happy in her lavender gown.
The princess saw me looking over at her and I saw her gesture for me to come over with a wave of her arm eagerly.
I looked at her questioning, unaware if I was allowed since no one else was anywhere near the royals.
But Charlotte continued to gesture at me to come so I politely excused myself from the girls and went over.
"Hello, your highness." I say, giving Charlotte a curtsey as I saw her parents were watching. Prince Thomas also looks over at the sound of my voice and offers me a friendly smile.
"Good morning Isabelle. Aren't you excited for the royals visiting?" The princess said, and I could see she was keeping an eye on her parents who were standing only a few steps away and watching our interaction.
"I'm sure you'd be used to it by now." I tease and Charlotte nods with a laugh, "How are you feeling today your highness?" I ask in the politest tone and I look into her blue eyes.
Princess Charlotte smiles gratefully at me, tossing her chocolate brown hair over her shoulder, "Very well thank you. I've been resting up over these few days."
I smile and Charlotte smiles back, "That's great." I say excitedly and the princess seems to match my enthusiasm.
We both laugh quietly until we are interrupted by the loud sound of the doors being flung open.
In walk the king's brother Harry, his wife Meghan and their two sons Archie and Edward.
"Which Prince is which?" I ask Charlotte.
"On the left, that's prince Archie, he's 20," I looked to see Archie, who had red hair like his father and was tall in a dark grey suit, "And on the right, that's Edward, he's 16."
I looked at the younger one, who had more brown tinted red hair, and darker eyes, who was in a slick black suit.
I thought it would be more respectful to be over with all the other girls but I couldn't move across the room without being seen.
The royals started with greetings to each other, happy to be reunited.
The princes started by shaking hands with Thomas, then coming to say greetings to Charlotte.
"Good Morning Princess." Archie gave Charlotte a kiss on the hand and she scoffed.
Edward came over and put a hand on Charlotte's shoulder, much more relaxed, saying "Hey cousin, long time no see."
Charlotte smiled in return.
Prince Archie looked to me, "And who might you be my gorgeous lady?" He reached out to grab my hand and kissed my knuckles lightly.
I didn't know how to react, was he flirting or being polite? I couldn't tell.
I opened my mouth to speak but I was cut off.
"This is Isabelle and she is not interested in you." Suddenly Prince Thomas was beside me and Archie looked over at him curiously.
"Woah, sorry man." Archie said, putting a hand on Thomas shoulder, "Let me know if you get sick of this guy." He glared at Thomas then looked down at me again, "Gorgeous."
And with that he walked off to introduce himself to the nineteen other selected girls in the room.
"I can't believe him." Prince Edward says, moving to make us in a little circle, "It's been five minutes and he's already hitting up the selected girls."
He seemed exhausted from witnessing his brothers antics.
Looking across the room at Archie chatting with Olive and Lexi, I see Harriet motioning to me to come over.
So I excuse myself from the circle with the prince and rush over to my friends side.
Harriet leans towards me to whisper, "What did you do to get in that elite circle? And are you best friends with the princess now too?"
I laugh, "It was just a little chat." I explain and Harriet still looks at me curiously.
"I wish I could be friends with her too. Could you introduce me?" Harriet pleads and I nod.
"Sure."
Looking around it seems that the buzz of chatter is still continuing, so I could get back to Princess Charlotte without making a scene.
I see Archie across the room soaking up the attention of the girls, and Gen seems to be getting nice and cosy.
I walk back over to the princess, with Harriet following, seeing Charlotte is talking to Prince Edward about things.
She turns and smiles to see me, "Back so soon? Oh, and you brought company." Princess Charlotte says, smiling to Harriet.
"You highness, this is Harriet." I say as introduction and my friend gives a curtsey.
"It's an honour to meet you, really." Harriet said kindly.
"Oh please, you're all dating my brother for goodness sake, it's not like I'm any more special. But thank you, I'm sure we will be friends in no time." Charlotte says with a smile to Harriet.
Harriet laughs lightly, slightly relieved by Charlotte's cool demeanour.
"Alright everyone," King William began, earning the crowds attention, "If you could now make your way to the Ballroom we will be going to our first hosted activity by the Ruby group."
Genevieve took her chance to introduce herself to the guests, "Hello everyone, I'm am Genevieve Rivers, esteemed member of the Ruby team. I'm so grateful you could all be here today and I know you will enjoy what we have planned." She blew a kiss into the crowd, winking not so subtly in Prince Archie's direction.
Archie seemed to be soaking up the attention, and many of the selected girls seemed interested at taking a shot with him.
I made my way to the front of the crowd when Genevieve pushed past and bumped against me, "Watch where you're going." She spat harshly, any kindness non existent in her voice.
I avoided her as we continued down that hall.
The Ruby group quickly made way to the ballroom for us to follow to begin the first activity.