“We have to keep moving. Here, hold my hand.” Caleb reached out and grabbed my hand tightly.

We were moving gradually around the corners of the woods to get a better view of the area. I kept counting my steps in my head to keep up. If the dogs were getting close, that meant we were already running out of time.

The guard dogs I’ve seen around the castle were vicious and relentless. The last thing you wanted to be chased by in a field. If we were even seen by one, that would just have to be our luck.

My fate of being taken in was also consuming me. I imagined myself being brought into the castle in handcuffs, while my Aunt Celine laughed in the corner. Seeing both of my parents in disgust, wanting to reach for my throat and giving me away right on the spot. They wouldn’t hesitate to cut off all access and put me in captivity on the moon.

The Forbidden Princess is created by Lucia Monay, an eGlobal Creative Publishing author.

THE FORBIDDEN PRINCESS

I slowly started to make my way out of the vehicle. The guards were nearing close, and I had no choice but to make my first move. I made sure my burner phone stayed right in my pocket. 


For this being my first time here, I felt I already knew where everything was located. The castle didn't seem as bad as I thought it would be. 


Caleb and Paige were both in the same location inside the castle. I had to make a discreet entrance from the back and find a way to hide myself from other bystanders. 


My whole view of Paige has changed drastically, from the moment I met her up until now. Sometimes people aren't a product of their environment. 


Whatever is going on, must be bigger than what I could probably comprehend. I knew I'd have to be ready for whatever comes my way. 


As I got to the back entrance, I carefully opened the door that Caleb mentioned to me earlier. 


Chapter 45: Plan B