The Alpha King's Queen

- Chapter 6 -

CHAPTER 6

~I would rather walk away, knowing I gave it all.~

The party had finally come to an end. The gifts from guests covered much space from my room. My father gave me a necklace; it’s made out of sapphire blue and bits of gold. The most beautiful gift I received from him. Last time he gave me some painting colors to entertain myself. As far as I can remember, the gifts he gave me were books and things that can be done inside my room. My father strictly forbids me from going out when I was young. The hard headed princess won’t settle for that and so I secretly sneak out from time to time.

I packed my bags and stuff to bring on to my journey. Gabriel told me that his land is in the far north and it'll take almost a day to travel. He also told me that traveling without an escort will prevent too much attention. To be honest this is not what I expected to do on this trip. Maybe thinking about his all mightiness brought me to a conclusion that it will be superbly extravagant.

My father almost begs Gabriel to stop him but Gabriel made up his mind. I tried to tell him that we are not rushing things and we can at least stay in the castle for a couple of days but he said ‘no’ to everything.  I talked to my father about it and he really insisted on me staying. I don’t want to leave this place yet. I am worried about my father. I never left the castle before. My father and I never get separated. Gabriel once told me that his home is surrounded by bodies of water. This explains his salty scent, the sea water.

I know that this will really come in time. It’s time for me to get married and have children of my own. I always wonder what my prince likes. Will I be able to meet someone smart? I do like a person who knows what he’s doing. Or maybe I will end up with someone with a great sense of humor; no one wants a sad life. Will I meet someone who will never leave me? That’s a tricky question because only the future knows the answer. It made me feel lucky because Gabriel is definitely a complete package. He is far more than I imagined. I hope he'll stay like this forever.

My blue dress came in handy, I decided to wear it today. Jocelyn carried my bags outside and I stayed in my room to say goodbye. I lived here my whole life and I needed to leave this place now. All my child stuff and dreams build in this four corner room. My wishes and hopes as a princess, for my prince, my Knight in shining armor. The thoughts made me giggle. This is reality.

A knock from my door captured my attention. I cleared my throat and was permitted to open the door. It was Gabriel; he was carrying a red box. At first thought it’s a gift but it isn't. He eyed me of disappointment as he studied my dress. Did he not like the dress?  He picked something on the box and handed it to me.

Do I look... Miserable?

"What's this?" I said examining the box he gave me.

"I won't allow you to dress like that on our trip. Wear this instead. Your shoes and shirt are in the box as well, I'll wait for you on the outside." He said and left the room silent. Is he mad at me?

I slipped off my dress and wore the jeans he gave me. It was a nice navy blue jeans and a black shirt that fit exactly my size. The boots that he gave me really completed the final look. I love this get up. He really knows what my size is, where did he get the measurements?

I walked outside and saw Gabriel using his phone. He stared at me for a minute before breaking the silence. I noticed that we are twinning with our get ups. He looks really handsome in that I must admit and I myself am at a loss of words.

"You fell for me?" I asked, smirked and he finally smiled. I never actually asked someone to check my appearance. I don't actually care but for now, it's kind of different.

"Yes. Absolutely" He said proudly and I ended up blushing. I thought I would win this.

He grabbed my hands and walked outside. His strong arms holding mine tickles my skin. Shots of electricity, my stomach's behavior, everything went very foreign.

Walking with these not particular clothes isn't that easy. It’s tight in every step and then loose again but wearing shirts are more comfortable than dresses I think. Wearing dresses needs strength because of its weight. Wearing a corset is easy too.

We headed out and saw my father talking with Kurt and Jocelyn on his side.  Jocelyn and I hugged each other last night when I told her about my decision. She looked very sad and happy as well. She was like a mother to me. I will be forever thankful to her. My bags are left in a corner. Gabriel and my father talked about a lot of things last night as well. He gave a sad smile before actually giving up  to agree.

The castle gates are closed to its people. It only opens when there are festivities that our Kingdom celebrates. The walls are high enough to separate the village from the castle. Several people are allowed including my sisters, some of them are already married and live in peace so there are not many people in the castle and my father can walk out safely. Before things are explained to me, I planned to open the castle for everyone and let the royals and the commoners associate. But then everything changed when the truth was unfolded. There is enough reason to keep the commoners, humans away from us.

"Everything is set." Kurt said.

Gabriel nodded and my father gave me a sad look again. I sighed before kissing his cheek and moved inside the car. It’s a beautiful black limousine and I immediately fell for it. It’s well cleaned and it’s very fascinating. Gabel opened the passenger seat and I got inside. I looked at my stuff and no one was lifting them up.

"What about my things?" I told him.

"You'll have new ones when we get there." he said coldly. “Most of them are old anyway.”

I moved inches away from him before replying.

“Have you ever heard of the term sentimental value? I want them.” I said firmly and he gave up.

He ordered Kurt to grab it up. I moved closer to him and I saw him grinning. Kurt kick-started the car and we drove off.

This man knows he won't win.