Eleanor's P.O.V I wasn't sure right now if I should laugh because of the scene in front of my eyes or cry at my friend's fate.Henry walked as he stood in front of Rayene as Daniel and an elderly woman stood behind him making the rest of the person in the room bow out of respect? Or out of formality? But, they bowed. Okay? That's what matters. Rayene looked like a deer caught in headlights as she stared at Henry who was looking at her in the most serious expression I've ever seen him make.And, that was when I realized something. When I watched Henry open his mouth to speak. I had to unfortunately cut him off for the sake of the little life between them which could've died dead."Wait!""What's the matter, El?" Daniel asked as he stared at me with confused eyes as all eyes were trained on me, burning holes in my entire body."Umm...Tia, you are dismissed. I'll call you if I need anything." My statement made some people gasp while some people's eyes finally took in notice of the shi
Daniel's P.O.V I watched as Henry's eyes were now glued to each of Rayene's movements like a puppy in love. Rayene kept jumping up and down upon learning that my mom was a soul swapped too while Eleanor face was cold as ever but El's eyes held shock beyond comprehension."Oh God! I'm from New York! Where are you from?" Rayene asked my mom eagerly, bouncing on her heels."I'm from Nashville," my mom replied with a small smile."Oh wow, that's so cool!" Rayene exclaimed. "What was your real name by the way?""Take a guess," my mom smiled as she tilted her head, making all of Rayene's movements stop as she lost herself deep in her thoughts. "Is it Taylor Swift? Just kidding. She was my favorite singer and person and then she died of a stage fall. I just-""Congratulations! You've guessed it, right.""Oh God no! You are joking, right?""Nope. Hi! I'm Taylor." The statement made Rayene cry for some weird reason. I'm not sure why mom saying hi to her would make her cry hysterically but it
Eleanor's P.O.V Was it right? Was it right to give him a chance?I don't know. But, he's the only person who can keep my daughter safe from everything in this castle. And, he's the one you can't stop loving either. My subconsciousness retorted, making me sigh.I knew deep down that my feelings for him were still there, despite what he had done in the past. But I also knew that I couldn't let my emotions cloud my judgement when it came to my daughter's safety.I gazed down at the sleeping figure sprawled on the sheets, snoring lightly and sleeping peacefully as a smile made it's way to my face.My pretty Danielle...Even though, I didn't want to disturb her sweet dreamland. I had to. After all, she needed to meet her cool grandmother and aunt.Remembering the two of them earlier, a giggle passed my lips as I sat down on the edge of the bed, shaking Danielle a little in hopes of waking her up.She stirred slowly, murmuring a soft protest before finally blinking her eyes open and look
Daniel's P.O.V The appearance of her in that red outfit I picked in hurry imprinted itself in the back of my mind.My El looked breathtaking. I got up from Danielle's side as I walked in Eleanor's direction whose eyes held doubt and fear in them. "Might I say you look breathtaking, Your Majesty?" I said as I bowed in respect and admiration.Her eyes widened with surprise, and a small smile played on her lips. "Thank you, Daniel. You look dashing yourself," she replied with a wink. As I couldn't believe she was the same Eleanor who was mad with me earlier. I felt a blush creep up on my cheeks, and I straightened up, trying to compose myself. "Shall we, Your Majesty?" I extended my arm out to her, and she hesitated for a moment before placing her hand in mine as I walked her to the dressing table and made her sit down.As soon as she did, Danielle jumped down the bed as she ran in our direction, "Mom! You look so pretty just wearing that dress."I smiled at my daughter's bubbly attit
Eleanor's P.O.V "I should have asked for your opinion before sending off Danielle. Sorry." I said as we walked down the garden, back to the queen palace."Ah! It's okay, El. You are her mother. Moreover it's not like she's leaving the castle or anything." Daniel replied, smiling at me reassuringly.I nodded, feeling a little better. No matter what, Danielle wasn't my daughter alone. Both our opinions were important. And, Daniel was trying his level best to fix things between us.Since, I can't stop loving him. I can at the very least give him a chance. "I hope she'll be fine." I said, staring ahead at the winding path."I'm sure she will be." Daniel said. "The person I'm actually worried about is Henry."I smiled. Recalling the look of Henry while looking at Ray over the dinner table. "I hope both of them get all the happiness they deserve.""They will. Don't worry." Daniel assured as I didn't realize how but I had already reached the big oak door to my room. I opened the door walkin
Eleanor's P.O.V Without another thought, my hand held the sharp edge of the dagger which was about to come down on Daniel. My eyes red with anger as blood dripped down on Daniel's neck waking him up with eyes as wide as the moon.Daniel kicked the assassin in his gut, making him fall away from us as both of us got up from the bed."What's going on? What are the guards stationed outside the palace doing!?" Daniel asked, his voice filled with confusion and anger."Let's talk about it later. The assassin is unconscious because of your powerful kick. Let's tie him up for interrogation," I replied, my voice filled with adrenaline as blood dripped down my hand which was split open because of the amount of force I used to hold and stop the blade from meeting Daniel's skin.Daniel nodded, still staring out of the window at the guards with furrowed brows. He knew that something wasn't right, and the fact that this palace was being guarded so heav
Eleanor's P.O.V When we arrived at Daniel's bedroom, he placed me gently on the bed and went to lock the door. For a moment, we were sitting on the bed there in silence, catching our breaths and listening for any sounds of danger.Finally, Daniel turned to me with a small smile on his face. "We're safe here," he said. "No one will be able to infiltrate this place."I felt a weight lift off my shoulders. It is safe here.Even as a notorious killer known throughout the kingdom I would still get shaken up from such a small common incident that occurred a moment back.Daniel noticed my unease and took my hand, giving it a gentle squeeze. "Don't worry, Eleanor," he said softly. "I won't let anything happen to you."I looked up at him, feeling grateful for his words. "Thank you," I whispered, feeling the warmth of his hand on mine.We sat there for a while longer, just holding hands and enjoying the moment of peace. It was a rare moment of calm in my life, and I savored it.Suddenly, a knoc
Eleanor's P.O.V Too much light!Groaning, I squinted my eyes and scrunched my nose as I twisted and turned on the bed. I raised my hand and moved it over the cold empty space beside me on the bed, making my eyes snap open instantly. No Daniel.My heart started to race in my chest frantically as I got off the bed and started searching for the familiar pine scent.Bathroom. Not there. Wardrobe. Not there.Outside the room. Not there.Under the bed. Not there.Behind the dressing table. Not there.He was nowhere in the room . Tears started to blur my vision as I forgot everything thing else that I should have remembered and started crying like a child who lost his mother in a fair.Oh God! This sunlight is ripping my apart. And, Daniel is also nowhere to be found. I don't want to live. Where's my Daniel?I stumbled to the window to close the curtains completely as the brightness of the sun kept on adding to my distress. My eyes finally adjusted to the dimmer lighting as my red eyes la