Uproar in the Castle

Back in King Evander's castle

Harper stood in the luxurious shower shampooing her hair she was totally enjoying herself underneath the rainfall shower head. She even had all the stimulating water jets turned on spraying streams of pulsating water out of the wall that massaged her body from every angle.She was feeling totally relaxed as she belted out the lyrics to the song I wanna dance with somebody, by Whitney Houston at the top of her lungs. She even danced around a bit, totally oblivious of her audience.

Van leaned against the marble countertop wearing a pair of boxers with his legs crossed at his ankles. He was facing the shower enclosure, enjoying his silly little witches performance. He covered lhis mouth with his hand desperately trying to stifle bouts of laughter from escaping his sexy lips as he watched her wiggle her cute little bottom around while dramatically nodding her head from side to side.

After rinsing her long hair she turned all the water off snapping her head around at the the sound of clapping coming from outside the shower enclosure.

Frozen in place she stammered , "Wh..What are you doing here?"

"Isn't it obvious darling," he grinned, pointing to the black slacks and crisp white shirt hanging on the valet stand setting in the corner. " I come to take a shower with you, but I decided to wait seeing that you were enjoying yourself."

Seeing her still not moving he held his hand out towards her ," Come Darling,let me help you dry your hair, I want to introduce you to my staff this morning."

Shyly she took carful slow steps towards him placing her hand in his as she stepped out onto the fluffy white bath mat. He forced himself to focusing on her pretty little face and not let his eyes wonder down her delicious wet body.He was bound and determined not to let his lecherous demon take over and ruin all the progress he made last night. He's confident that if he gives her a little push in the right direction this
Amorning,she will let him mark her tonight.

He smiled " Let me get you a robe darling" releasing her hand, he grabbed a fluffy white bathrobe from a hook beside the shower door, helping her wear it.

Once her body was covered up, she felt more comfortable and her speech returned. " You go ahead and take a shower, I can dry my hair."

"Nonsense darling,come let me pamper and cherish you." He murmured , placing his hand on the small of her back ,he guided her to a lower area in the counter top with a huge mirror in front of it.

Reaching below the bright white marble counter top he pulled out a small black bench with a white cushioned seat. " set" he commanded, leaving no room for argument.

" You really don't need to do this, go own and take your shower."She tried to protest waving her hands for him to leave.

" But I do darling,I want you to know exactly what it feels like to be my mate."He murmured ,not hiding his intentions. Continuing to explain as he gently dried her hair with a fluffy white towel. " You see darling,as my mate your happiness is mine also. All insecurities and uncertainties that's clouding this pretty little head of yours about our relationship will vanish." He said,as he held her head between his hands leaning down to kiss the crown of her wet head.

" Just like that" she replied,snapping her fingers,as she watched his reflection in the mirror.

" Yes Darling, just like that." He confirmed. "You see after mating there's no more you and me. There's just us, we become one,heart ,body, and soul." He explained,over the noise of the blow dryer.

" It sounds just to good to be true."she said skeptically peering at him through the mirror.

"Why do you say that darling?" He ask, not bothering to look up from his task of drying her long hair. "You have actually seen it for yourself." He reminded her, laying the blow dryer down on the counter he stole a pecking kiss from her soft lips "Go now darling,get dressed, I'll grab a shower and we can have breakfast before I introduce you to everyone." He urged softly leaving her to ponder what he just said.

Harper watched him through the mirror as he sauntered over to the shower only glancing away from his reflection when he reached to pull his boxers off. After hearing him turn on the water she stood and left the bathroom giving him privacy to get ready for his day.

She walked into the big closet that had said her clothes were in. She stopped at the door way glancing around the huge space slightly overwhelmed it was bigger then her bedroom at her father's house. She walking on inside her mind still wondered back and fourth about all the things Van just told her. She ask herself if should just go ahead and mate with him tonight.She wondered, could that actually bring them closer than spending months together building a strong relationship.

After going over it in her head for a while she brushed it all to the back of her mind for now because she needed to find something to wear before Van finished his shower. She would think about all that later besides thinking about mating was making made it difficult for her to concentrate on getting ready.

After all first impressions are important, and he is planning to introduce her to everyone in the castle. She scratched her head eliminating outfits in her mind, shorts and jeans were definitely out ,and she didn't want to look overly pretentious in some sparkly party dress. After scanning through her dresses looking for the perfect one. She remembered the clothes in the bathroom Van had picked for himself to wear.

Grinning triumphantly, she picked out a modest figure flattering A-line dress. One of the dresses she had bought in a small dress shop in downtown Evanston on a resent shopping trip with Rylee .It's not made by a world famous designer however it's a very nice dress,the modest classic design made it the perfect church dress.

Actually the solid white v-neck wrap top with 3/4 length sleeves and white and black floral skirt part of the dress creates the illusion of being a skirt and blouse.

Grabbing the stylish dress she put it on. Pleased with the fact that the skirt part was lined so that she didn't need a slip underneath. She was also excited about the black and white color matching Van's clothes, like a real couples outfit.

She slipped on a pair of white leather stiletto sandals,scrounging around in her stuff she found a tube of lipstick, some blush ,and an eye liner applying them just in time for Van to step back into the bedroom.


He Looked utterly dashing as he made his way towards her wearing the crisp white button up, with the sleeves folded neatly almost to his elbows,leaving a couple of buttons undone at the top. The black trousers fitting him perfectly and his previously disheveled black hair was combed neatly to the side. Yes, he was utterly breathtaking and wanted to be her's forever. How was she supposed to say no to that.

" You look lovely darling." He
complemented her pulling her out of her thoughts.After making his way over to where she stood he stole another pecking kiss from her lips."Shall we darling,"he ask ,taking her hand in his,motioning towards the door.

" Yes," she breathed,totally swept away by his dashing good looks and gentlemanly behavior . She had seen king Alexander treating Princess Alexis in this manner and it had always made her wonder if he acted the same in private. Now she was positive that he does and it also explained the reason Princess Alexis was always smiling when she and King Alexander came down for breakfast every morning.

After leaving the bedroom he looped her arm around in his pulling her closer to him. At the top of the stairs she looked around, noticing the whole castle seemed to be in an uproar. Men in military uniforms had maids lined against the wall while others opened
doors entering each room one after the other in search of something or someone. She became nervous pausing her steps, and tightened her hold on his arm.

" Come darling" He urged her to keep walking. As he chuckled to himself,knowing exactly what had caused his guards to be in a tizzy this morning. The scent of a witch in a demon's castle was nothing to be taken lightly. One drop of their vile potion could cause internal bleeding and block their natural healing abilities.

Upon reaching the bottom of the stairs a man came rushing towards them halting about three feet away. His face paled, he stared at them unblinking with his brows knitted tightly together.

" Commander Creed" Van called to get the man out of his dazed state.

" Yes, Your Majesty" The man responded his eyes moving from Harper back to Van, quickly shifting back to Harper again.

" I need you to stop staring at my fiancée that way, I realize she's very alluring, but you're making her uncomfortable." Van grinned mischievously

Commander Creed's brow's lifted almost touching his hair line " Your fiancée." He repeated slowly.

" Yes Commander Creed,this enchanting young woman beside me. She's my fiancée, her name is Harper Roberts, now come closer so I can introduce you properly." Van ordered.

With two long strides Commander Creed, stood in front of them still confused about the situation.Wondering if king Evander had lost his mind or been put under some spell by the young witch.

" Harper I would like you to meet my head of security Commander Creed, when I'm not with you, Commander Creed will be your guard." Van smirked, as Commander Creeds face paled even more then before.

Harper smiled bowing her head in respect to the high ranking officers " Nice to meet you Commanders Creed."

" Nice to meet you Miss. Roberts" Creed murmured with a bow. Giving Van a side glance, wondered what the hell was going on.

" Commander Creed, Van called, get all this settled and met us in the dining room."

Placing his hand on the small of Harper's back he guided her around Commander Creed, who still stood staring suspiciously at Harper into the dining room. Where he pulled out a chair for her to set next to him. With in a few minutes Commander Creed arrived in the dining room.

"Breakfast Creed" Van ask, as commander Creed took a seat.

" No thank you,Your Majesty." Creed replied,as he glared at the cup of coffee setting on the table in front of Van wondering if the man had a death wish.

Seeing Commander Creed's suspicious behavior Van racked his brain trying to figure out what to do. He needs too tell Creed about Harper's unusual circumstances,before the man has a break down. But how the hell is he going to do that with Harper sitting beside him. Then he remembered vampires can't smell a witch,and have absolutely no reason to fear them. Harper had roamed freely inside Eddington Castle for two years and nobody was aware of her unique scent.

"Harper darling," Van called, "come with me, I just realized I have no idea what you like to eat. I want you to meet my head chef Amanda so that she can prepare all your favorites." He said, Standing up for her to follow. Glancing back over his shoulders at Commander Creed ,he ordered. "Commander Creed, just stay here,I need you to brief me on the situation that occurred this morning in the Castle.

With some quick thinking Van was able to solve his problem with out leaving Harper alone before everyone knows she's not a danger to him or anyone else in the castle. Luckily his head chef Amanda is a vampire she's married to one of his naval officers even better news her office is just a few feet away from the dining room.

Van peered through the glass door of Amanda's office to see her setting at her desk with her eyes glued on her computer screen. Bringing his hand up he lightly rapped on the glass. Amanda looked up waving him inside as she stood up from her seat

" Your Majesty " she bowed in greeting

Van didn't waste any time and went straight to the point of his visit.
" Amanda this is Harper Roberts my fiancée" Van introduced Harper,

Harper noticed Amanda seemed slightly surprised by this information,but unlike Commander Creed who appeared utterly shocked and confused she seemed delighted by the news.

" Oh, Your Majesty that's so wonderful. Amanda squealed, bringing her hands up to her heart. "What can I do for you and Miss. Roberts today are we all ready planning a wedding menu ?"Amanda babbled excitedly.

"Not yet Amanda but hopefully soon. I was hoping you could help me make Harper feel more comfortable here at the Castle and serve some of her favorite foods."

"Of course Your Majesty, do you have a list." Amanda ask

Van smiled, this was working out great. "No, I was hoping you would have a few minutes to talk with Harper personally about that."

" Well of course, please have a seat." Amanda replied, waving towards the two chairs in front of her desk.

"Darling do you mind staying here with Amanda a few minutes while I step back into the dining room to speak with
Commander Creed?"

"If that's okay with Amanda I'm fine with it." Harper replied politely, hoping Amanda didn't see her as a bother.

" Good darling, you stay and speak with Amanda and I'll see you in a few minutes." Van replied, Giving Harper a pecking kiss, leaving her alone with Amanda the enthusiastic vampire chef.