Nate had insisted I went to see the nurse this morning, after experiencing continuous dizzy spells and waves of nausea since yesterday evening. I repeatedly told him I’d more than likely eaten something funny, but he wouldn’t settle with that reason. So after a huff and a puff, I stripped off my stubborn boots and finally agreed to see the nurse. Frankly, I think he needed the distraction anyway. So as Nate paced around the nurse’s office anxiously awaiting my blood results, I laid awkwardly on the hospital bed twiddling my fingers, trying not to bring the new hit of nausea I was suffering from to his attention. As the brunette nurse, I now knew was named Mary, reentered her office Nate threw his hands in the air with an exasperated sigh. “Finally!” He muttered, as he took his place back by my side. I rolled my eyes at his dramatics, choosing to ignore his impatience, even though we’d only be waiting approximately 6 minutes. I’d learnt to pick my battles with Nate, some comments j
“You’re pregnant?” Amber squealed, as she jumped up and down in excitement. “With a baby?” Terror overlooked Archie’s face, he was never much a kid person. “This is so exciting!” Maddie exclaimed, clapping her hands together repeatedly. I laughed loudly at each other their reactions, before placing my hand on Archie’s shoulder. “Yes, Archie. With a baby.” His eyes widened. “Oh goddess.” He muttered, before his eyes darted to the floor. Anyone would think it was him who was having a pup. “Could this day get any more special?” Maddie welled up beside me, wafting her hand against her face in order to protect her makeup. I gleamed as looked at each of my best friends, each so beautiful in their own way. We’d already faced so many challenges together and this would be another to add to the list. Maddie was right, today truly couldn’t become any more special. As Maddie and Amber donned their pale blue bridesmaid dresses, the realty of my future started to set in. This is what we had
Five years later…Laughter filled the room next door, followed by a hasty “shh!” by Nate.I shook my head in dismay, chuckling as I overheard the scene. I flipped the duvet off my legs, before shuffling my feet inside the slippers resting at my bedside.I tiptoed across the floorboards, desperately trying to not make a sound, before gently twisting the door to our bed chambers.I creeped along the hallway until I reached the door of our nursery. I quietly rested my head against the wooden frame, listening in to whatever was so amusing.“Ahhh!” Nate exclaimed, before being followed by a concerning loud thud. Giggles echoed thereafter, as footsteps of tiny feet could be heard pitter-pattering along the floorboards.Choosing to go with the element of surprise, I abruptly flung open the door before me. Suddenly, three pairs of alarmed eyes cast over me as they realised they’d been caught in the act.I folded my arms across my chest, pretending to be furious at what I had found. “Well well
“Come on sweetheart, let’s go” my mother shouted through the painted white door. I let out a large sigh, realising it was now time to admit defeat. I walked across the pale grey carpet reaching the other side of my room and sat before my lit up vanity mirror. My hands reached for the pink tangle teaser resting on my white IKEA desk and brushed it through the ends of my long, creamy blonde locks. I looked up at myself in the mirror and noticed my usual olive skin had paled. I frowned upon witnessing my appearance, realising my ocean blue eyes had started to cloud. I could not believe I was really leaving, half of me genuinely believed my parents were bluffing the whole time. However, seeing most of my belongings boxed up and placed in the boot of my fathers car proved otherwise. With one final look in the mirror, I put some clear gloss on my natural plump lips and cast a final look of approval over my outfit. We were travelling for 2 hours to reach the academy
On the left was a floor to ceiling window, which provided an incredible view of the greenery. Against the wall, still on the left, was a double bed with a tall grey wooden headboard. They really like their grey and whites round here, don’t they? Next to the bed stood a white IKEA desk just like the one I had at home, with a vanity mirror on top and across from the bed was a sliding double-door white wardrobe. One of the doors was white, whilst the other had a full length mirror. The right side of the room was almost replicated, however rather than a window there was a glass door leading onto a balcony. Without exiting the door, I couldn’t be sure how large the balcony was however I can assure you that it could easily fit an 8 seater dinning table on it. “Which side is mine?” I asked, already knowing the answer considering the bed on the left failed to have any bedding covers. “This side is yours Serena, please feel free to make it your own and Maddie will be he
As Maddie hurried out the room, I found myself sat before most handsome man I had ever seen. I could feel my tummy turning, as excitement rushed through me. What was that? All I could think about was running and jumping onto this stranger before me. It felt as though the whole world stopped and we were the only two people left. His smirk turned into a devious smile, as he stepped towards me. My heart was pounding through my chest, I’m certain even he could hear it regardless of the distance between us. “Welcome to Amaris, Serena”. His voice was calm and soothing, still walking towards me. “I’m Nate, it’s a pleasure to meet you”. His voice was creating a fire between my legs. His voice, alone. Heaven forbid I saw what rested beneath those clothes, I think I’d suffer a heart attack. I tried to respond but I seemed unable to make a sound, feeling almost starstruck. Instead, I let out a breath I didn’t know I was holding and watched him c
Over 2 weeks had passed since my run in with the King and I was still completely unable to get him out of my mind. Every night I was having the same dream, over and over again. I found myself in a green field, surrounded with towering trees along the outskirts. There was a white path below my bare feet, which I had followed into the centre of the field. Amongst me, there were hundreds of flower beds consuming the field. The sun shon down on the beautiful lilies and dandelions, making their colours shine brighter. Before me stood a lone blossom tree, in the middle of the field. The branches hung as the blossom had bloomed. It was shaped almost like an umbrella. Under the tree stood a man on his own, but I was too far to see his face. Instead, the sweet scent of vanilla cookies consumed me and I was desperate to reach the source. The scent took me closer and closer to the man and the tree. As I got closer, I recognised the man
Nate’s eyes scanned my body, reviewing my outfit, unsure whether to be turned on or pissed off. I laughed and rolled my eyes before turning around and sitting in one of the guest chairs before his desk. Suddenly my chair was being lifted off the ground. Nate had picked it up and turned it to face him, so I couldn’t have my back to him. He lent down and placed his hands either side of me on the arm rests. His emerald eyes turned black from anger and I rolled my eyes again. “You think this is funny, Serena?” He taunted. “Yes actually, I do. I don’t see the problem” I looked away, avoiding any eye contact in fear of him burning me to the ground with his gaze. He grabbed my jaw and spun my head back to face him. I sighed, “what’s your issue?” “What did I tell you when we last spoke?” “Nothing important.” I got up to walk off, knowing I shouldn’t be speaking to the King like this. He brought up his hand and pushed me