I find myself walking through camp, trying to maneuver my way through the busy paths that litter with Death Valley people. The last few days I have avoided Harry and stayed to myself after hearing the news of Daniel leaving to go find my family. I still cannot fathom why he wouldn't tell me of his plan. Yes, I would probably try to stop him or even maybe try to convince him to let me join his journey, but he didn't even say goodbye, what if I never see him again? How will I live my life knowing his death is on my hands? I am not strong enough for this.

Everyday since his departure, I have found myself praying for his safety. My mother always taught me to have faith. I cannot lose my Daniel, I am not ready to be queen, at least not by myself. I need my king to rule beside me and guide our people towards a better world.

"Rosalie, what might you be doing out here all by yourself?" I hear the familiar voice of Mathias, who stands tall with his shoulders pulled back. He smiles at me and I answer him with,

"I am not entirely alone since you have joined me, plus there are plenty of other village people roaming these paths." I glance around me to see many other bodies running about their day with places to be.

"Well, I guess you're right, but still you need a man to watch over you, especially since you're a royal soon to take her parents place." I merely laugh, wondering if I will ever rule my parents lands. Somedays I wonder if I will ever make it back to my beloved Castle Hill, my heart still yearns for my mother and father along with James. Everyday I think of them and hope to God they're safe wherever they may be.

"That's a kind gesture, but I need to soon learn to care for myself." I don't want people to see me as this weak-minded girl who can't defend herself in dangerous situations, but when I think about it, I probably couldn't protect myself. I have always had guards to do that for me, but here I am alone and more vulnerable than ever.

"You're not in danger here as long as you stay within the gates. If you ever need someone to watch your back then I will be more then happy to be of service." He graciously offers, taking my hand and kissing the top. I slowly pull my hand away and thank him for the offer, hoping I won't have to take him up on it since I hope to defend myself. Mathias seems like a great guy, someone I could put my trust in.

"I have no intention of leaving unless I feel threatened." I admit truthfully, hoping he doesn't think I am crazy to leave this place and venture out into the unknown without help of any kind. He tilts his head and takes a deep breath in saying,

"Well I hope you never feel threatened, for I will truly miss your company." I smile at his kind words, continuing to walk along the path to the market structure. "Well I best be going, hopefully I will see you soon." After bowing and sending me a quick wink he turns away and walks off, disappearing within moments.

After a few more minutes of walking, I am inside of the market. I'm not really for sure what I am looking for, I guess I am just looking for fun, something to keep my mind off Daniel. In the midst of browsing through the tables of what-nots and random objects, I come across the ring I had found only days ago. Its sparkling ocean blue crystal glistens when the light of the sun hits it from a small gap in the roof. I place the ring on my finger, surprised when it actually fits very well.

"Rose, I have been looking everywhere for you." I hear what must be the devil himself speaking behind me. I intake a sharp breath and turn towards his ever-so annoying voice. I send him a fake grin, rolling my eyes in the process. I wonder what he could want now? I was enjoying myself without being in his presence.

"It seems you're always looking for me, maybe you should learn to keep up with my whereabouts since you're supposed to be watching over me." If this man is in charge of keeping me safe, then he is doing a poor job considering he doesn't know where I am half of the time; it's not like his village is very big, in fact it's quite small actually. His jaw tenses slightly and I know I have managed to anger the ogre once again.

"Well, maybe if you wouldn't run off every time I turn around then I wouldn't have this problem." I can sense his irritation towards me, it's clear on the poor mans face. I know Harry probably hates me and wishes me dead, and don't think I don't feel the same about him, because I surely do and I doubt that will ever change. Maybe one day we can be mutually content with each other, instead of wanting to tear off one another's heads.

"Well your dreadful little hut is so boring for a royal, I couldn't stand being in there, I was afraid I might lose my mind if I had to be cooped up for much longer." Does he really expect me to stay in his home until Daniel returns? He is crazy if he does. I am a royal and I will do as I please whether Harry likes it or not.

"Well it won't matter anymore because from now on you will be busy working at the infirmary and you will have two hour lessons with me everyday." I snap my eyes back to look at him when he mentions lessons, what is he on about now? Lessons for what? I will not participate unless I wish to, he can't make me do anything and he needs to realize that.

"Lessons? What are you talking about?" I demand an answer, walking over closer to him, making sure to keep my distance though. He merely laughs and starts shaking his head at me. I feel anger start to boil up inside of me and I can tell it's clear on my features and I know for a fact Harry does as well.

"You'll find out soon enough, Princess." I turn away from him and toss the ring back down on the table, no longer interest in it or the man in front of me. I take off walking out of the market and back onto the paths that lead through camp. I can hear Harry's loud steps marching behind me and just to annoy him further, I pick up my pace and start sprinting, not really caring the direction I am headed in, only wishing to be away from Harry.

"Rose, wait up!" I hear him yell, wondering how he hasn't caught up. I've never really been a fast runner. Honestly, I am pretty slow and normally run out of breath before getting anywhere. Even with his protest I still continue running, caring less if I anger him. He needs to know that he can't control me even if he is supposed to watch over me.

After sprinting as far as my body will allow me, I begin to slow down, attempting to even out my rapid breathing. I lean against a tree, resting while also hiding from Harry. I wish he would just leave me alone; I mean, if I run away from you then I obviously don't want to be around you, but I guess he isn't smart enough to grasp that with his pea sized brain. I start to hear what sounds like leaves or small twigs being crunched under one's feet, the noise grows closer, making me lessen proximity between my body and the tree.

"Rosalie, I do not have time for this!" I hear him shout, allowing a smile to creep its way onto my lips. It's quite fun to see Harry angry, especially when I know I'm not in the line of fire and he can't harm me. I peek around the tree, watching as he walks closer to my current hiding spot. I turn back around, holding myself against the tree once again, praying he doesn't find me.

"I see you, now get your ass over here." Harry rudely says, yanking my arm in his direction. I lose my balance and fall to the ground, shoving my hands in front of my face, attempting to break my fall. I let out a yelp when I hit the Earth's cold, hard floor. Instead of Harry helping me up, he just stands, towering above me, watching as I struggle to regain my balance.

"Please, explain to me the point in running off only to be found moments later." I want to spit in his face, but I decide that would only anger him further, so I opt on keeping my mouth shut and just walking back in the direction of camp since we seemed to wander off on the outskirts of Death Valley. It's several minutes later before we arrive back in the village. Harry directs my body towards a different direction then I have been in since I've been here.

"Earlier I mentioned lessons before you ran off, I was referring to this." He motions to many weapons of all kinds laid out on a quilt. My eyebrows crease, wondering why on Earth would this man be teaching me how to use any of these. I walk closer to them, picking up a sword that was obviously made by a blacksmith, one with a good hand considering the craftmans ship this piece holds. It's sleek body and sharp tip makes it a great weapon. In the castle I was around a lot of swords, never really felt the need to use one before, but Daniel always said once we ruled he would teach me himself.

"If you're going to be staying in Death Valley then you need to know how to handle one of these." He holds up his weaponry, demonstrating the proper way of holding one. I do the same with mine, only slightly struggling considering the weight of this particular sword. The ones I had attempted to use at the castle were much lighter, easier to handle.

"I've used one before." I say 'used' when I really mean 'held' but he doesn't need to know that. I don't need Harry seeing me as any weaker than he already does. He makes me feel so small and useless, Danny never allowed me to have such a feeling. He was always there to make me feel important, useful, cared for, but with Harry it's so much different. We clearly do not get along and I'm fine with that, I just wish I had someone I could trust in these woods, Mathias has been kind to me since my arrival except for the fact that he helped Harry tie me to the pole, but I guess he had to do that since the annoying green eyed boy is in charge around here.

"Thats a good thing, now prove it to me." I don't need to prove anything to him, but there's something telling me he isn't going to have it. I take my stand and hold the sword high in the air, making my arm ache, but I ignore the pain and prepare to show this man a thing or two even though I hardly know what I am doing myself.

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