With great care, Mask Princess turned the doorknob and pushed the heavy door of their house. She had just finished a long meeting with a group of traitors who had initially challenged her but eventually yielded to her persuasive manner. As she stepped into their humble abode, she was caught off guard to find her sister, Cris, still awake. Her sibling sat by the corner of the room, staring intently at the lamp as if lost in deep thought. The sudden realization that she had changed clothes before coming home dawned on her. It was a good thing, or else she would have been in big trouble.Lili padded around quietly, wary of creating any noise that would disrupt her sister's reverie. She tiptoed past her, making her way to the front of the door. Preparing to speak, she paused when Cris spoke first."Where have you been?" Her sister's voice was subdued, but her expression was laced with sadness.Trying to suppress her anxiety, Lili forced a nervous smile and approached Cris, taking a seat b
Under the bright moonlight, their kiss grew deeper. The kissing between the two became more aggressive, as if they had missed each other so much after not seeing each other for a long time. As their bodies got closer, Mask Princess suddenly opened her eyes and pushed the Crown Prince away.Her heart was still pounding fast, and although she wanted to continue the kiss, she knew she shouldn't. She shouldn't let her feelings for the Crown Prince control her.She stepped back and prevented the Crown Prince from getting closer to her. "This is not right. We are siblings," she said and left.The Crown Prince was left dumbfounded, his mouth agape. He held his head in frustration and punched a tree. He knew that what he did was wrong. He should have stopped himself. But he couldn't. He had fallen for the girl he should treat as a sister.In his anger towards himself, he let out a loud scream that echoed throughout the forest. Mask Princess heard it as she ran away, trying not to look back at
The air was already thick with the darkness brought by evening when Crown Prince Leon and Princess Lara found themselves face to face in the grand hall. Two delicate cups of tea sat untouched before them. The Crown Prince peered at the Princess, his eyes dwelling on her tear-streaked face. "I came because I heard your cries, but I see that you have something darker weighing on your heart. Do you truly intend to become a murderer?"The Princess shifted, her gaze dropping to the floor. "Someone asked me to do it.""Who would ask such a thing of you?" The Crown Prince leaned forward, a note of caution and worry in his tone."Eunuch Ton," she whispered, her voice barely carrying over the creaking of the oak floors.The Crown Prince frowned. "And why on earth would he ask that of you?"The Princess sighed, her eyes still cast downwards. "He has feelings for me. He thinks that if he dies, I will be free from the burden of his love."The Crown Prince's eyes widened, and his voice softened. "
Lili Roque was carrying the Crown Prince on her back. The Crown Prince was weak and couldn't walk properly, so she had no choice but to carry him back to the Palace. The rain had finally stopped, but they were both soaking wet."Help!!!" Lili shouted as they approached the Palace. The royal guards immediately rushed to carry the Crown Prince and bring him to his room.Eunuch Dom and Master Ken were shocked when they arrived. They had been looking for the Crown Prince for a while."What happened to the Crown Prince? We've been looking for him for some time now," Eunuch Dom asked.Lili massaged her shoulder as she seemed to have possibly dislocated it from carrying the Crown Prince."I saw him near Princess's hall, he was weak and couldn't walk properly," Lili replied, avoiding eye contact. "He's so heavy, what does he eat? Rocks?"Eunuch Dom went inside the room with the servants. Master Ken also went inside and came out with a towel. He handed it to Lili, surprising her."Thank you,"
The morning sun was just starting to rise, casting its warm glow over the beautiful landscape surrounding the mansion. The air was crisp and fresh, and Mahara could feel the gentle breeze brushing against her face. The sound of chirping birds filled the air, and the sweet fragrance of blooming flowers wafted around her. Everything looked beautiful, but she could not feel it.For today was her wedding day, and Mahara could not be more unhappy. She had always dreamt of having a wedding that she would cherish for the rest of her life, but her heart was not in it. She was about to marry someone she didn't love, and the thought of it made her chest feel tight and heavy. It was as if the world had conspired against her.She slowly got dressed, and as she looked in the mirror, she saw a woman adorned in white, all dolled up - looking like a vision in white. Her long gown was adorned with lace and embroidery, and it flowed elegantly with every movement. Her slender neck was covered with a dia
Lili stood before him, her heart pounding so loudly she was sure he could hear it. She had never expected their meeting to be like this. What was he trying to say? Why did he look so sad?As he walked towards her, Lili felt a sense of trepidation wash over her. She had always thought she was ready for anything, but this was different."I know who you are now, Lili. And I also know where I belong," he said, his voice filled with emotion.Lili felt a sense of confusion wash over her. What did he mean, where he belonged? And how did he know who she was?He seemed to read her thoughts and continued, "In the forest, I was furious with you because you deceived me. But I couldn't control my feelings and I even kissed you."Lili looked away, feeling a sense of shame. Everything had happened so quickly, and she had never intended for things to go the way they did."I also found out that I'm not the true son of the King. But I don't know who my real father is or why the Queen did what she did,"
Cris Roque had been assigned a task by her mother, Risa Roque, to clean their lavish house since she had nothing else to do that day. Thus, she began sweeping, dusting, and tidying up every corner of the house with a spring in her step.As she was cleaning her sister Lili's room, she suddenly got injured under the bed, and a sharp pang shot through her finger, leaving it bloodied. Still in shock, she slowly peered under the bed, and her eyes widened as she saw a sharp sword gleaming back at her.She picked up the sword. It was heavy yet smooth, and its long silver blade scintillated in the sunlight streaming from the window. She wondered who owned it and how it ended up under her sister's bed. At first, she thought it belonged to her father, who was an avid collector of antique swords. But when she saw other things under the bed, she shuddered. Her delicate fingers trembled as she observed the black garment, still stained with blood, and its silver mask, the emblematic attire of the
Mask Princess emerged from the dark and cramped warehouse with a stick in her hand. She trembled with exhaustion and her face was caked with undisguisable blood. Her hair was now a mess barely held together by a single hair tie that had seen her mother's last embrace.The lady struggled to keep her balance as she knew every move was crucial. Once she stepped into the light, the people who captured her would not hesitate to take her back and torture her again. She looked around with rolling eyes, making sure that no one was around before taking a step out of the warehouse's door.What filled her sense of smell next was not the familiar odor of blood from inside the warehouse, but instead a sweet aroma of vanilla coming from her mother's house she visited thousands of times as a child. She inhaled a deep breath of calming fresh air and unknowingly tumbled towards her escape to the outside world.The lady reached for her mother's house, a single dwelling bestowed upon by Minister Luna. I
Three years had passed since Unah had officially become Queen, and Leon had taken over the throne of her father. Though she had lost her father to heart illness, her mother had made an admirable recovery, and was currently holding Unah's one-year-old child in her arms."The little prince is truly a naughty one," Unah’s mother complained with a smile, as she gazed down at the child's soft, rosy cheeks.Unah couldn't help but smile at the sight, as she reached over to touch her child's cheek. "My little prince looks very handsome, he takes after me," she said."If he’s handsome then he takes after me," someone suddenly interrupted.Unah's mother exclaimed in surprise, "Your Majesty!"Unah turned to see her husband, Leon, grinning from ear to ear. "Mother, can I spend time with my Queen?" he asked.She nudged Leon playfully, "What are you saying? Mother is already tired. Let's take care of our child," she said.But her mother just smiled, "What are you talking about? I'm happy when I tak
The passing of time had only deepened the profound grief that had shrouded the Roque couple. Every day seemed to be a struggle, with each moment an agonizing reminder of the life that they had lost. For Lili, it was like watching a slow-motion tragedy unfold before her eyes. She could barely bear to see her friends in such a state of despair.As she stood by the graveside of their beloved Cris, her heart ached with a sorrow that she could not fully comprehend. The world around her had lost its luster, and the once-vibrant hues of life had been replaced by a somber, gray pallor.But despite the overwhelming sadness that threatened to crush her, Lili knew that she had to keep going. She could not allow her grief to consume her, not when her step-parents needed her now more than ever.With a sense of grim determination, Lili set about fulfilling her obligations. She cooked their favorite meals, did their chores, and tried to keep the house in order, all while struggling to come to terms
Minister Luna, the man who had always been like a father to the Crown Prince, stood before him with a sword pressed against the neck of the woman he loved. Mask Princess trembled, her heart heavy with emotion as she watched her world unravel before her. She had never expected to find herself in such a precarious situation, and the fear that gripped her was almost too much to bear. "I never thought that the person he loved was you, Mask Princess," Minister Luna said, his mouth agape in amazement as he looked at her. His voice was filled with a mix of emotions, ranging from disbelief to anger. Mask Princess could see the pain in his eyes as he struggled to come to terms with the reality of the situation. She could sense the turmoil within him, the conflict between his loyalty to the Crown Prince and his love for her. It was a battle that she knew all too well, one that had consumed her own heart not so long ago. Her beloved Leon, who had always been a source of strength for her, now
ALMARIO WARThe Mask Princess, known for her beauty, courage, and intelligence, stood tall and resolute before the Head General, her eyes flashing with conviction and concern etched on her face. She was a vision of strength and poise, with her long black hair cascading down her back, held in place by a golden tiara. "Ring the bell," she said sternly, emphasizing her words with a steely gaze. Her voice was strong and unwavering, commanding respect and attention from those around her. The Head General of War was taken aback by her unexpected request. "What? Are we declaring war within the Palace itself?" he asked incredulously, readying himself for the worst. But the Mask Princess was firm in her resolve. "There will be no revolution," she replied, her voice ringing out clear and strong. The Head General took a deep breath and mounted his horse, clearly shaken by the Mask Princess's solemn words. As she surveyed the area, she noticed someone familiar in the crowd. It was Cris, her tru
The day of reckoning had arrived, and the winds of change were sweeping fiercely through the land. A sense of liberation, of something momentous and cataclysmic, shrouded the town like a heavy mist, with everyone holding their breath and bracing for what lay ahead.As the first rays of sunshine began to creep across the horizon, a hush fell across the land. The hum of horses' hooves could be heard in the distance as the soldiers of Minister Luna made their way towards the Palace. Their glistening armor and sharpened swords glinted and flashed menacingly in the golden light, a stark reminder of the power and ferocity they wielded.All across the town, people gathered in crowds, stretching for miles in every direction. They were fervently discussing the upcoming revolution, with some spreading rumors of further plots to overthrow the new King before he even sat upon his throne. The streets were alive with voices, filled with fear and anticipation. anticipation.As noon approached, the t
Mask Princess felt a twinge of unease as she sat down among the group of men with concealed faces. She knew that her reputation preceded her; she was known for being a fierce and elusive vigilante, dedicated to bringing justice to the people of her city. However, despite her impressive track record, it seemed that these men were still wary of her.As she waited for Minister Roque to arrive, Mask Princess couldn't help but notice the way the men watched her every move. Their eyes bore into her, suspicious and calculating. It was clear they were assessing her, trying to determine whether she could be trusted.Mask Princess tried not to let their scrutiny get to her. She knew that earning their trust was essential to completing the mission at hand. She needed to convince them that she was on their side, that she was committed to their cause.But as the minutes ticked by and Minister Roque failed to show up, Mask Princess began to feel a sense of frustration. She had gone to great lengths
Mask Princess emerged from the dark and cramped warehouse with a stick in her hand. She trembled with exhaustion and her face was caked with undisguisable blood. Her hair was now a mess barely held together by a single hair tie that had seen her mother's last embrace.The lady struggled to keep her balance as she knew every move was crucial. Once she stepped into the light, the people who captured her would not hesitate to take her back and torture her again. She looked around with rolling eyes, making sure that no one was around before taking a step out of the warehouse's door.What filled her sense of smell next was not the familiar odor of blood from inside the warehouse, but instead a sweet aroma of vanilla coming from her mother's house she visited thousands of times as a child. She inhaled a deep breath of calming fresh air and unknowingly tumbled towards her escape to the outside world.The lady reached for her mother's house, a single dwelling bestowed upon by Minister Luna. I
Cris Roque had been assigned a task by her mother, Risa Roque, to clean their lavish house since she had nothing else to do that day. Thus, she began sweeping, dusting, and tidying up every corner of the house with a spring in her step.As she was cleaning her sister Lili's room, she suddenly got injured under the bed, and a sharp pang shot through her finger, leaving it bloodied. Still in shock, she slowly peered under the bed, and her eyes widened as she saw a sharp sword gleaming back at her.She picked up the sword. It was heavy yet smooth, and its long silver blade scintillated in the sunlight streaming from the window. She wondered who owned it and how it ended up under her sister's bed. At first, she thought it belonged to her father, who was an avid collector of antique swords. But when she saw other things under the bed, she shuddered. Her delicate fingers trembled as she observed the black garment, still stained with blood, and its silver mask, the emblematic attire of the
Lili stood before him, her heart pounding so loudly she was sure he could hear it. She had never expected their meeting to be like this. What was he trying to say? Why did he look so sad?As he walked towards her, Lili felt a sense of trepidation wash over her. She had always thought she was ready for anything, but this was different."I know who you are now, Lili. And I also know where I belong," he said, his voice filled with emotion.Lili felt a sense of confusion wash over her. What did he mean, where he belonged? And how did he know who she was?He seemed to read her thoughts and continued, "In the forest, I was furious with you because you deceived me. But I couldn't control my feelings and I even kissed you."Lili looked away, feeling a sense of shame. Everything had happened so quickly, and she had never intended for things to go the way they did."I also found out that I'm not the true son of the King. But I don't know who my real father is or why the Queen did what she did,"