A/N: thanks for all the love I've gotten for this story, I know that a lot of you are wondering why Aurora had to be so authoritative in the last chapter. Even though everyone loves her, there are still people who will try to take advantage of her and whatnot. So she needed to show em who's boss. Sorry this took so long, but I wanted to post all my updates at the same time, in celebration of me passing my Global regents!
Disclaimer: I shan't claim them, for I own them not.
Chapter 5
She approached the tree, convinced that it was the worst idea she had ever thought of.Alright you can do this. All you have to do is ask for help.
She stood with her back straight, and her head held high.
"Pixies!," She called out,
"Wait-"
"Who, oh!"
"Maleficent, what brings you here?" Knotgrass asked, flying over to Maleficent.
"I have come to ask of you a favor-"
"Ooh, what-"
"Kind of favor could-"
"You possibly need from us?" Tistlewit finished.
Maleficent sighed, "I need gown for the Ball tonight-"
"You are going?" Flittle gasped.
"Yes, I am but-"
"She's probably only attending because Aurora asked," Knotgrass interjected, smiling coly.
"Oooh, but Maleficent, shouldn't you be getting ready?" Tistlewit asked.
Maleficent sighed. "I need a gown, which is why I am here-"
"Well? Why didn't you just say so?" Flittle laughed.
"Well I did, but you pixies keep-"
"Ooh, we should make it pink!" Knotgrass jumped in.
"What? Absolutely not! Blue is more her color," Flittle deemed.
"Pink," Knotgrass flew over to Flittle.
"Blue!" Flittle yelled.
"Actually! I think i prefer Green" Maleficent looked over to Tistlewit, who had the biggest smile on her face.
"Ohh really?" Tistlewit asked excitedly.
"Yes. I'd very much like that." Maleficent smiled.
"We know you know," Knotgrass said.
"Excuse me?"
"We know-"
"How much you-"
"Love Aurora, that's whywedidn't tell her." Tistlewit finished.
"We wanted you to tell her yourself." Flittle nodded.
"I-I hadn't realized that-" Maleficent sighed. "Thank you."
"As long as you keep her safe." Knotgrass flew over to Maleficent.
"And love her forever," Flittle joined her.
"There is no need to thank us."
Maleficent cleared her throat.
"Well, I must be going now, you can bring the gown to the tree at the Moors." She nodded and took off.
"Girls, we have work to do! Let's go,"
The pixies began working on a beautiful emerald gown, matching the green of Maleficent's eyes perfectly.
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"Your highness, your guests have began arriving,"
Aurora looked up from the mirror, and smiled.
"Thank you Mira, I will be out shortly."
The maid nodded and quietly left.
Aurora gave herself a once over.
The gown was a perfect mix of gold and white. Giving her an air of elegance and sophistication.
Maybe she'll come...
She heard a "tug" and walked out to her balcony.
"Good evening m'lady," Diaval bowed, his fist over his heart.
"Hello Val, is she?"
"I am not sure, she refused to answer me when I asked." Diaval walked over to Aurora.
"Oh, well I suppose she didn't change her mind then." Aurora bite her lip.
"Well, you never know with that one," Diaval smiled, gently nudging Aurora's shoulder.
Aurora shrugged, not wanting to voice her disappointment.
"Well, I'll see you down there, yes?"
Aurora nodded, and left.
Diaval sighed, and shifted back into his Raven form. He wanted to attend the ball like any other human would.
The Ball was in full swing, royals were laughing and dancing. Aurora was sitting on the throne, bored out of her mind.
"Why the long face Rora?" Lara, one of the princesses from the nearest kingdom, and one of Aurora's closest friends approached her.
"I am just not in the mood," Aurora sighed.
"Ah, so the council has still been pushing about marriage I see," Lara sat down next to her.
"Yes, those Lords, especially Rumple, have been persistent. Their arguments have become dull and rather annoying."
Lara laughed. "Well, I can't say that I am surprised. No one is taken with Rumple, except himself."
Aurora chuckled, "what about you Lara?"
"Well, mother and father made it clear that my sister and I could take our time, and find someone we actually like, just like they did." Lara smiled.
"I think Lora have already found someone that is as taken with her, as she is with them." Lara pointed to her sister, who was laughing at something Prince James said.
"Well, I am pleased. Prince James is actually quite nice."
"Hmm, is there anyone the holds your attention?" Lara smirked when she noticed the blush creep up Aurora's neck.
"I-um, well I actually do. And it's really-" before she could finish, the door to the ball room opened. And in walked non other than Maleficent.
The music stopped. Everyone, for different reasons gasped. Aurora, because she couldn't believe that Maleficent actually changed her mind. And the gown. The beautiful gown she wore, was sure to turn heads. Lara, because she couldn't believe how beautiful Maleficent was, Diaval, because he had never seen her look so... Effortless.
Maleficent held her head high, as she slowly made her way through the crowd of people, over to Aurora.
She smiled, but before she could even greet her queen, a voice spoke up.
"What areyoudoing here?" Lord Rumple steeped out of the corner he was standing in.
"You were not invited-"
"Actually, she was." Aurora stood, and glared at Rumple, "I invited her. Along with everyone else in this room. If you aren't pleased, you are welcome to leave." Rumple nodded, and stepped back into his corner.
Aurora turned towards the band.
"Proceed." She waved her hand, and the music stared again.
"Are humans always so... Cheeky?" Maleficent hugged Aurora, and nodded at Lara.
"No, just Rumple." Aurora sighed.
"Ah, so you are the infamous Maleficent."
"I am not sure that anyone would use that word, but indeed. I am." Maleficent turned to Lara.
"I am Lara, and I must say, you are really beautiful."
Maleficent laughed, "I like this one."
Aurora giggled, "so do I, but I recall someone saying that she wasn't going to show up..."
"I wonder who it was. I wasn't going to, but seeing as how it's your birthday, I couldn't disappoint you. So I asked your aunts for some help-"
"Youactually asked for help? From myAuntsof all creatures?" Aurora rose an eyebrow in disbelief.
"What's wrong with asking for help?" Lara chimed in.
"Yes, Aurora dear, please explain what's wrong with me asking for help." Maleficent smirked.
"Oh forget it."
"Have you seen Diaval? He left quite a bit before I did." Maleficent looked around.
"You mean he knew you were coming, and didn't tell me?" Aurora gasped.
"I swore him to secrecy"
"Did you threaten to turn him into a dog if he informed me?" Aurora smirked, knowing she was right.
"Whatever do you mean? I think Val is getting very well acquainted with your servant." Maleficent nodded in their direction.
"Well, Mira is really sweet, so I have no problem with it."
"Excuse me your majesty, would you like to dance?" Prince David bowed and held out his hand. Aurora, being the sweet person she was, accepted and slowly descended onto the ball room floor.
Maleficent could feel the jealousy build.
"Something the matter?" Lara smirked, clearly entertained.
"No, not all." But there will be if his hands travel any lower.
"Don't worry, she doesn't have eyes for anyone else."
"Excuse me?" Maleficent turned to Lara, eyes wide.
Lara laughed, "I might be human, but I am not blind. She was miserable all night. The second you came through those doors, her face lit up. I am sure that if looks could kill, Lord Rumple would be no more."
Maleficent visibly relaxed,
"I don't even know why I bothered to show up. But knowing that Aurora wanted me here, was enough to make me come."
"Yes well, I for one am great flu that you did. Sulky Rora is no fun." Lara shook her head.
"What is it with these nicknames, I swear. " Maleficent rolled her eyes.
"Hmm, I think it's nice. But excuse, while I go mingle. You might want to go save her. James is probably talking his head off." Lara nodded and left.
Maleficent turned towards Aurora, and sure enough, James was going a mile a minute. She is really too nice.
Maleficent made her way over to them.
"Sorry to interrupt, but I need to speak to the queen for a moment." Maleficent smirked, watching James as he nodded dumbly, bowing before he ran off.
"Well that didn't scare him at all," Aurora shook her head, chuckling.
"Why, whatever do you mean Rora?"
"I'm pretty sure that if I didn't know how much of a big softie you are, the look you just gave him, would've made me run too."
"Hmm, this talk is nice and all, but I believe that this is a Ball. And from what I gather, you humans dance correct?" Maleficent looked around at the royals that were standing around.
"Well yes, but-"
"Great." Maleficent discreetly blew the gold dust with the whispered command of "Dance" towards the group of people playing music.
Soon enough, the music changed from the dreadful waltz to more of an Irish jive. People slowly began to dance.
"I like it when you use the gold. It's sweet."
Maleficent made a face, "If it were anyone else, I'd be highly offended."
Aurora laughed, "Good. Let's dance!" Before Maleficent could react, she was being pulled into the group of people, attempting to dance. She looked over at Aurora, and laughed. Oh, the things I do for you.