Oh little Angel, Oh my sweetheart.
The Morning which was almost reaching noon now, was still very bright.
The people in the market were going around as if they were clusters of rocks rolling in the monorail of Troubled tranquility.
The market was still bussy bussy. Our Fantastic four were still at the market.
Mira was sleeping cozily in Lyra's arms. Looking at her from the first glance, no one could have tell that this girl was bawling her eyes out just a few minutes prior.
But upon a closer inspection, one could see her red eyes and puffy circles underneath them which would explain the exhaustion she went through while crying and the traumatic experience which would have been going through her veins and shivering her at every step.
Lyra was humming while she was sleeping.
"Oh little Angel, Oh my sweetheart."
Behind her Aurelion was walking while closely observing Rowan.
Rowan, who was again and again reaching out his hand towards Lyra but then would hesitate and take it back.
He did this first time when Lyra picked up Mira in her arms.
He did it again while they were walking.
And then kept doing it again.
Aurelion who was observing him for a long time thought.
WHAT'S THIS GUY'S PROBLEM? IS HE BY CHANCE RETAR— OH NO, NOT A GOOD THING TO SAY. LET'S JUST SAY HIS AURA IS UNCOOL AND RIZZ IS L.
"Hey"
Aurelion finally asked.
And then looked towards Lyra who was carrying Mira.
"Do you want a piggy back ride?"
"WHAT— What nonsense is that?" Replied Rowan Shoutingly.
Aurelion went into deep thought again.
IS IT NOT THAT? THEN — IT MUST BE THIS. WHAT A GENIUS I AM. THESE PEOPLE ARE BLESSED TO BE IN MY PRESENCE.
He shot back at Rowan again.
"Aha, I know. No need to be shy little guy. I'll tell Lyra to hold your hand too. I know, it's too early for your age but it is natural to be interested in the Female Bo—"
"DO YOU EVER SHUT UP?" Rowan growled.
"Seriously, what are you even talking about? You are weird."
" Ohh I forgot that you are an aristocrat."
"Not just any noble. I'm the CROWN PRINCE." said Aurelion with a smug.
CROWN PRINCE?? Rowan thought.
Ohh wait, I never heard when he declared himself in the public. I just assumed he was an aristocrat and was too focused on protecting Mira.
"It's not like that." Rowan continued after settling his thought process.
"I just wanted to ask her to let Mira stay with me, but—"
"BUT? " Aurelion tilted his head sideways.
"But, she looks so peaceful and in comfort right now that I can't bring myself.
I have never seen her look so relaxed.
"She has always been a cautious child."
DAMN, THIS GUY IS A TOTAL SISCON. ALSO HE'S WEIRD AF, LIKE DUDE WHY ARE YOU ACTING LIKE A MIDDLE-AGED MAN PREPARING YOURSELF TO WALK YOUR DAUGHTER ON THE AISLE.
~Author - Well I don't really need to mention who would be thinking this, do I?
While, all this was going on—
A servant from the Royal Hall came looking for them.
He walks down the busy street and shoves some people past the crowd.
Finally, in his restless self and rustled clothes, he saw Lyra in the huge cluster and walks towards her.
"Lyra, Do you know where his highness and wait who's that girl?" the servant asked.
Lyra instead of smiling, simply move sideways, tilts her waist to the right.
"YOUR HIGHNESS, WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN?" the servant bowed after spotting Aurelion behind Lyra.
"Everything okay? Did someone in the palace realized that his highness sneaked out?" Lyra asked nervously.
"HER MAJESTY" He answered.
"Move fast. She has lifted the whole palace on her head and crying endlessly."
"I told you this was a bad idea."
"Hey, why are acting like it's my fault."
Lyra pouted.
"Whatever, let's just go now."
"With respect your highness, you too need to hurry up otherwise you might be in trouble."
OH MAN, NOT AGAIN.
NOT ANOTHER ONE OF MOTHER'S OVERLY EMOTIONAL FIT.
"Rowan, you're my knight. You must shield me today."
Aurelion pulled Rowan by his hand and rushed towards the Palace.
Huh, I was correct, these rich people only cares about themselves. He wants me to shield him from The Queen. I might be tortured to death in punishment but....
But if it's for Mira. I am prepared for everything. Will see.
Rowan thought but didn't flicked Aurelion's hand.
The Giant Gates of the Royal Palace opened. The guards kneeled at the sight of Aurelion. They didn't say anything simply, bended down.
Anyone could tell that the palace was more chaotic than usual. The servants were running all around the garden, corridors and paths. Some had silver trays carrying sweets on them, some had napkins, tissues, etc.
Aurelion and the rest walked into the fountain area. Selene was sitting on the side bench around the giant fountain. She was surrounded by a mountain of servants, who were all carrying different things.
Selene reacted to Aurelion footsteps.
For some reason, Selene could always tell whenever Aurelion was near her, even when they played hide and seek, she would find him so easily as if she could connect with every heartbeat of Aurelion and every breath he takes could be heard by her.
"ROWAN, SHIELD ME NOW."
[To be Continued]