| Ren's P.O.V |

[Y/n] was now wet from the rain and was now standing beside me as we were walking towards the manor under an umbrella, and all of a sudden she took a quick glimpse of me. My breath was suddenly ripped from my lungs. I couldn't breathe when she stared at me.

But it was her eyes that winded me like a punch to the stomach. Those eyes. They were bright and liquid warm, sprinkled with [e/c] specks, framed by beautiful [thick/thin] lashes. They reminded me of how empty I was. She looked back while looking intently into my brown mossy orbs.

She looked back to the front and her [insert length and color] hair was tousled by the wind. In a way it gave her a wild look, like her soul was untamed, and I liked that. But at the same time I wanted to brush her hair and be able to sniff it. It took me a while, but I was attracted to her with the kind of heady trance that brought a butterfly to nectar. Her, with just the right blend of shy and sweet. But why would I suddenly feel distorted as if my brain was spinning inside my head?

| Your P.O.V |

The walking took a while until I saw a Manor, looking like it grew out of the manicured lawn like an infant castle. It's nascent stone walls were a pale grey, almost white. It's large white door was double wide and was sheltered under a wide porch supported by white stone pillars. The main path was grandiose, sweeping into a wide circle in front of the dwelling with an ornate fountain in the center, and at the main door stood two men in tailored black suits.

'Judging from his home, he must be at least an earl or above'

Before entering, he paused, stopping you from walking in the process. "You are allowed to wander around and check the whole place as you desire, however, never enter the second room beside the ballroom" the blond man uttered, shyly avoiding your eyes, and handing the umbrella to the butler. The both of you entered, his gaze finally meeting yours. The mansion was huge. The stairs ahead were twisted in a perfect spiral, like a child's slinky toy pulled from each end.

The next thing you knew was that maids came, rushing with towels in their hands, only to dry the both of you then making you wear a towel robe, as they left you asked him. "What made you take the initiative to help me, sir?" You turned your head to him as your face creased.

"Hm- I guess, pity? It caused me discomfort seeing a lady in the rain, especially outside my manor. A gentleman such as myself cannot just sit back and watch idly by" The blond man spoke in deep concern, looking at you with such sincere eyes; brown orbs drilling into yours. You couldn't help but think that you'd never seen such dark eyes with so much light in them.

"I do hope it is not rude of me to ask this, but how do you know my name, sir?" you mentioned. "I don't seem to remember exchanging names with you or actually saying it. I find it uncomfortable" you bluntly stated, looking away for a moment out of discomfort. Then noticing the family crest engraved just above the main door. Qerian Empire's Family crest.

It was a matter of seconds until you looked back, seeing him, he looked disheartened by your statement just now, though looking closely at his face, the description about the first prince of Qerian Empire mentioned by your history teacher fit him perfectly.

"I apologize if I have made you feel uneasy in any sort of way, but I used to be an acquaintance of yours years ago, that is why I know of your name. You gave me the nickname Red. I immediately recognized you and yet you do not recognize me?" The moment those words escaped his lips, you tried your best to recall memories with a boy you had given the nickname Red, unfortunately you weren't able to which caused you to feel uneasy.

"Ah, I remember" saying that bluntly with a straight face, as if you recall such a thing made you want to hit yourself. In the middle of the terrific pressure, you could only pull your stiff cheeks into a cramped smile.

"That's good" he replied immediately with a small smile as you timidly matched his gaze, only to be met with eyes dyed with satisfaction.

"You are the first prince of Qerian Empire, correct?" you suddenly spoke, changing the subject. The blond man let out a sigh, sounding as if he surrendered.

"Yes" he said. "I am Zhacrik Ren Von Weilhalm, first son of King Zuven of Qerian Empire, though it is a long name, please call me Ren" he formally bowed, charmingly that is, making you smile instinctively.

"Well, I do apologize for my unsightly appearance as of the moment, but allow me to introduce myself. I am [y/n] [l/n], the second princess of Graelaston Empire" you voiced out with closed eyes, bowing. "Also, may I ask you something? If you do not mind that is, but do you have any vacant bedrooms I can stay for the night in?" you asked, body still lowered, yet you raised your head to see his astonishing features.

The prince was quick to reply. "Even if you didn't ask for that I would have done it already, princess" Ren lead the way as. you followed. The room was [f/c] with beautiful murals on the wall, hand painted by someone who knew what they were doing. A king-size bed, looking like a snow drift, so white and feathery and high was it; two windows curtained with a square of starched white cotton cloth and a huge table around the corner.

"If you are in need of something, please ring the bell on the bedside table, someone will come for you and provide you with whatever you will be needing- about your wet dress, luckily there are women's clothing that are in your size in the walk-in closet. Shall I call for someone to help you change, your highness?" Ren politely asked, waiting for a response.

"I appreciate the help, though I can manage myself. Thank you, for everything Prince Ren. I hope you will have a good night's sleep, see you in the morning" you told him before closing the door, just before closing he gave you a smile that just seemed genuinely sweet with just the right touch of shyness. After that you changed into the clothes that were in the closet and immediately went to bed after that.

You closed your eyes and felt this blackness come over you like a blanket, but not a blanket of warmth but a blanket of coldness making you shiver. Somehow it was making your eyes feel heavier and heavier. You closed your eyes finally sending you into a dreamless sleep.

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Hey there beautiful! I am sorry the update took so long! I promise to update everyweek for you guys~ don't forget you're an amazing person (๑•̀ㅂ •́)و ✧

~ yandere-kun •ω•