I looked in the mirror one last time, my heart sinking.. This marriage, this unity is the end of everything. The end of my free life, the end of happiness for the entire kingdom.. I heard my bedroom door open, Renee, my house aid poking her head in.. "It is time, Princess." I nod and head out the door.. I head for the stairs, I see as mother and father smile at me from afar..

"Oh, what a vision of loveliness.. Doesn't she look ravishing, my sweet?" Father grunted "Quite ravishing.. Looks ready to become queen." My throat dried at the thought of becoming queen.. "Now, darling.. Smile, tonight is a historic night for all of this country." I heard the horns play.. "Introducing Princess Nicole Colace of the Colace Kingdom." I walked through the door, and smiled as I saw my lovely subjects, waving as I made my way down the stairs..

"Now introducing Prince Randal Keith Orton of the Orton Kingdom." I felt my emotion turn into disgust as I watch the spoiled prince make his way down the stairs, meeting me where I stood.. We both faced each other and bowed.. "It's a pleasure to be in your presence, Prince Randal." "Yes, well I wish I could share the same pleasure of being in your presence, Princess Nicole." I wanted to put this disgusting man in his place but I knew that I had to hold my place as a lady of the court..

We both sat in our seats, watching everyone dance.. "Surely you have more appealing women in this kingdom." Such a pig.. "The women of this kingdom are beautiful and strong, it's completely understandable why you might find them unappealing.. Not many men can stand against a strong woman.. Now if you'll excuse me, I must greet my guest." I stood from my chair and walked into the crowd.. Shaking hands with all of the guests.

I watched from the corner of my eye as I saw a handsome man standing by the wall.. I looked at saw him, his eyes focused on me.. He was strange, not someone from this kingdom.. I slowly approached him but I felt my hand being pulled.. I turned around and saw the prince..

"We are to dance." "I would rather not dance." He pulled me harder, "Do not fight me, young princess.. You are to do as I say." I scoffed "Do not forget, Prince.. That you are standing in my palace, in my kingdom.. I would advise you not to order me around." We swayed around to the music.. I looked for the stranger from before.. But he was gone.. I have every intention of finding my mysterious stranger.