BLAZE

A RIDE TO THE KINGDOM

Abria

The sun was hiding perfectly under the layer of thick black clouds which covered the entire sky. The sounds of the breezes were screaming and chilling to the bones. The sparkling white snow covered the greasy ground and little soft cotton snow was falling patiently from the sky. The wind made them swirl or swing the way she wanted and they appeared to be dancing on the chilling winter day. I watched them dancing and getting freezed of the window pane.

All of this was really fascinating to me. Since I grew up in a warm place like Vancouver, it was really wonderful to see the snowfall. The snow covered the major portion of the glass so I decided to play a little with them. As soon as I touched the glass with my finger tip and made the glass warm a bit, the snow melted away and I could see the outside of the kingdom clearly. It was a beautiful day for the residents. They were walking covered in thick cloaks and little children were playing with the snow balls. Everyone seems to be jubilant which was really odd for me.

I have always dreamed of watching the snowfall and playing around it but now as I am standing in the land of ice, I was disgusted to be here. Maybe it's the difference of the time and perspectives that made me feel this way but the longer I stare at the snow, the greater the urge to destroy it.

I don't understand what is happening with me? As far as I remember, I have never been this much violent before. I was a calm child, even in my teens, and always obedient to my father's rules. I have never objected to any single of his questions or commands. But now, I don't want to be bound by any rules or walls. I believe more in destruction than plantation. I know I have been through a lot in these few months but my heart feels more hurt and devastated. As if there is some burden that keeps the flame of some sort of revenge. My own masochism is my enemy and to be honest, I do love it.

I was indulged in the flame of my thoughts when I heard faint footsteps outside the library. Then there was a knock on the door and he stood watching me like a painting. I wondered how long he had been watching me staring at the window. But I pretended not to notice his presence.

"Looks like you enjoy your own company.." Dwyn stated while approaching me. There was a smile on his face and eyes fixed on me. Something was really different about him, his charisma was on peak.

I blinked several times before replying to him, "I am my own best friend…"

He chuckled and sat beside me, "that's funny.. you know you can't live without friends or family… At one certain point in life, you will feel hollow and need someone by your side. Someone who will listen to you when you speak, someone who will wipe your tears when you cry, someone who will hold you when you will fall…"

"Don't be a philosopher, Dwyn… I am not that someone for anyone… Besides that, I have no intention of becoming friends with anyone except you.." I sighed.

"Why me? There are plenty of princes from other kingdoms who will like to be your company… On New Year's Eve, our kingdom organises a grand party and royals from other kingdoms are invited. It's all fun…" he was explaining this to me.

"I am not a party animal… I like to stay inside my room, reading my favourite book with a hot cup of chocolate… I like it more." I said.

"Whoa… I never thought you have a side like that too.." he winked at me and I glared at him back.

He raised both of his hands in surrender and laughed, "come on.. let's go for a ride… I will show you around." He held my hands and dragged me out of the library.

We kept running like mad men until we reached the ground. All the way up, everyone stared at us like they just saw two maniacs running out of a jail. I was out of breath and kept gasping because this running s**t makes me exhausted. On the other hand, Dwyn was enjoying this…

"And I thought you were much more powerful than before… that was weird.." Dwyn tried to taunt me as if I will leave his phoney ass alone. I rolled my eyes at him and pretend not to be a b***h at this moment.

"It was your idea that running around like a flight will get out of hand…" I yelled and sighed deeply.

"Wasn't it fun?" He asked with a pout.

"Not for me…" I was complaining when he grabbed my arm and dragged me with him.

"What do you want to see? Garden, lawns, cellar of the clock tower, anything you want, just say it.." he said while dragging me along.

I narrowed my gaze at him but then I started to think of using this opportunity to explore the kingdom.

"I would like to see everything but in a short time…"

He looked at me with an annoyed expression and whistled loudly to call someone. A servant brought a super bike with chains around the tyres. Dwyn was all excited and jumped on the bike, then he wore his helmet and safety guards and ignited the engine.

I was watching him because I couldn't seem to understand what was running through his mind.

"Are you going to stay here or come with me?" He asked me.

"Is that even a question? I am coming with you." I yelled again and jumped on the bike, taking the space behind him.

The servant offered an extra helmet for me and it was pink in colour… I was totally annoyed because I hate when someone assumes that a girl's favourite colour will be pink… no it's not, icehorse…

I was almost ready when he raced the bike and I immediately grabbed his shoulder so I wanted to fall from his bike. It's not that I am afraid of falling but it will give him a reason to make fun.

First, he took me to the garden of the kingdom. That place was entirely different from my expectations. I assumed that it would be covered with snow but it wasn't. The trees and the plants were blessed to be immune to the deadly ice. That place was fascinating. I wanted to stay for a while but we were running short of time.

After that, he took me to a civilised place where many servants live… It was like a small village but covered in thick sheets of snow. It reminded me of ancient times… then suddenly, it struck me how I remember that? I haven’t read anything about this in any school or books?

A few residents were watching us like they had seen someone on a bike for the first time. Later, he showed me the training grounds and a few places briefly.

My eyes were focused all the time and I am sure that there were more places than what he showed me which I had to explore. And for that, I need to get a pass of roaming freely in the palace.

Now I need to play my cards very carefully… one small mistake can cost me alot. And I have to find a few more answers before it's too late.

"So, you liked it?" He asked for the place.

"Yeah.. it's big and amazing. I felt like I had been transported to mediaeval times. Everything is so fascinating and magical…" I was admiring the place just for his sake.

"Whoa… I never expected you to like this place.. I mean it is entirely different from Vancouver. I was very uncomfortable in Vancouver. The weather was too hot for me.. and people are douchebags.." he shrugged his shoulders while explaining it.

I chuckled and smiled a bit, "yeah.. after seeing this place, i understand your situation… anyway, it was a good day because of you… thank you.."

He smiled at me..

"Can I ask you something?"

"Yes.." I nodded my head.

“Would you like to get trained with me? I will train you to be a better warrior…” he was proposing the offer which i cannot deny. However, I am a good warrior, good enough to whoop his ass someday.

I nodded my head and I turned to leave, “I will think about it..”

Suddenly, he grabbed my arm and pulled me a bit closer.

"Keep smiling like that, you look very beautiful when you smile…" he said.

I was flushed and rushed back to my room. It was again the same feeling I was having for him… and I don't want them to resurface again… damn it!!