The Prince and The Maid

By: Crystal93

Disclaimer: Higuchi Tachibana owns Gakuen Alice.

Beta by : Enchanted Notes/ (4 April 2012)

A/N : Thank you enchie for beta-ing my story xD Have a time? Then check her (Enchanted Notes and Eclipse du Coeur) story and also check my other stories. At last, have fun reading.

Chapter 1: Engagement

Once upon a time, there was a kingdom named Hyuuga, which was ruled by an old and just king. The city was rich, and many citizens live in peace. The king only had one son; a wise, clever and handsome warrior named Natsume. A respected prince by the people, he also had ability to control fire. That made him every girl's dream.

Life was easy and smooth until one day, the king got seriously ill. The king then made a decision before he called his son.

"Natsume, I can see you're already of right age while your humble father is soon to leave this kingdom. I wish for you to inherit the throne as soon as possible," said the king as he closed his eyes.

"Don't say something like that so easily, father. For you, I'll commit my life to this kingdom. That, I oath with you," Prince Natsume, the gallant warrior, took his oath with the king.

"I am pleased, my son, though I have another wish that I hope you'd be willing to do for me," he paused for a while and continued, "You will be engaged with the princess from the Sakura kingdom."

Surprised, the prince blurted out, "No, father."

"It's not what I desire. I wish to marry someone I know," the prince's crimson eyes were filled with defiance.

"I'm aware of that, and that's why I invited her to come here in order for you to get to know each other," the king stood his ground.

"My king, if I may ask, why didn't you ask about my say to this?" Prince Natsume controlled the anger in him.

"Because I know you will refuse," his father stated calmly.

"Of course, I will refuse!" his voice thundered through the room. His respect vanished the moment the words escaped his father's lips.

"My son, get your mind off your sleeves. The union between you and the princess will be of our gain, too. Their kingdom is as prosperous as ours," the king justified. "Let her stay here for two months before you decide."

Silence came between the two royalties for a eyes clashed.

Prince Natsume sighed in defeat. No one could defy the king, not even his own son.

"Indeed, father. She will stay in this kingdom for two months, but if I don't desire the princess, the engagement will be called off."

The king smiled and nodded.

-PRINCE'S ROOM-

"What is he thinking?"Prince Natsumesaid to his little brother, PrinceRuka, with anger visible.

"My apologies, but I can't help you with that, brother"Prince Ruka replied, laughing.

"Have you heard anything about the princess seeing as you often go to their kingdom?" he asked.

Prince Ruka shook his head. "In truth, no one have ever seen her or even known her name. That kingdom hid their princess from plain sight," he answered with his palm on his chin.

Prince Natsume's eyebrows scrunched in annoyance.

-SAKURA KINGDOM-

"Your higness, is that really what you want? You'd be willing to be engaged with the prince of Hyuuga Kingdom?" one of the princess' maidservants asked.

"Truthfully, I am not sure myself, but I do not wish to disappoint my father," the princess quietly responded.

"But…" the maid tried to reason out.

The princess smiled curtly, "Do not worry. I'll be fine, and surely, it's not bad to stay there. Maybe, he's the one I've been looking for. Someone who's just like my father."

The maid looked at the princess, admiring her with personality.

"I'll always be of service to you, princess," the maid smiled gently.

"Then, please escort me. I wish we go alone by horses. It will be a long journey," the princess said, returning a gentle smile.

* To Be Continued*

Thanks for reading. Hope you like it :)

-crystal93-