Chapter 7- A dance and dead body

Holding her hand and another to her waist '' l can start with you my princess'' Simon grabbed her to his chest.

'l can just have one dance with him but not for long, otherwise my sister will kill me with that look. Shit not only her but all princess here .l have to leave this place'

As Hazel and Simon were dancing people noticed that Simon was not ready to share her with anyone. Another prince came asking for Hazel's hand and was refused by Simon. Dame he was good at ignoring people.

'' can you just let me dance with other people'' Hazel plead

'' no'' short answer

'' you must be kidding me'' '' well, l feel convinced that you were spying, no that l can prove it but l will''

'' maybe you will, in the meantime let's keep dancing'' Simon was irritated with another prince who asked for a dance with Hazel.

''and to be clear, l doubt my interest in you anymore''

'He is refusing me to dance with another prince like he own me. All my plans are failing, l just want to get away from him and go to sleep'

'' why is that you are refusing me to dance with anyone? Hazel asked slowly.

Simon was still cool as usual '' l just don't want to'' he smiles back.

'' excuse me ladies and gentlemen all first Prince and princess are inquired to join the master table'' Levi said after getting attention.

Some prince who were eagerly waiting to get a chance with Hazel were now getting a chance. But who was getting her hand first.

'' l can lead you to your room'' Simon

''that will be more appreciated'' that's all she said. Knowing very well that she won't have any other chance than this because many prince were waiting for a single chance to introduce themselves. Simon led Hazel to her room which was pretty too confusing to Hazel on how come he knows her chamber. Simon dropped her and rushed back to the master table.

Chapter 3 Royal party: after the dream

Love, kindness, peace and joy, can all be found if you are willing to give it a try. But however it can easily be turned to hatred if you outdo it. We can find ourselves in a romantic episode but behind the senses there more tragedy of darkness.

Just after Simon left Hazel fell into a deep sleep.

''Hazel, hazel wake up'' that was Simon trying to wake her.

'' can you let me sleep more'' Hazel said avoiding to open her eyes. ''or we do something''

'' there is party in the hall and people are dancing outside, can we now go'' Simon was trying to convince her since he was the one who put her to bed. Or he was going to take advantage of the moment but how.

Simon get closer whispering naughty things to turn her on. Not that Hazel avoid but welcomed. Un resistible Simon started with a kiss on her forehead to her lips. If Hazel was in her full senses she won't be standing for that. It was an insult. Kissing her from nowhere. But however it conclude that she was not herself. '' kiss me again'' she said whispering to his ears. Her voice exposed how hungry she was for love. That love she was waiting for so long. Heaven knows since when she was craving for his touch all over her body. Simon take her to sit on his lapse while kissing every part that comes to his mind. His lips and his tongue slowly devour every warm breath leaving a mark on her body. He pulled strands backs, his hand dominating on her body like a beast god. '' do it again'' Hazel said looking forward for his touch on both her breast and his sweet kisses on her neckline. He pulled her hair on other side and pulled back as he cupped her face with his hands. '' l love you Hazel''

Out loud '' l love you too Simon''. Hazel was taken back to life with a loud laughing voice in her room. ''do you love me? Simon gave an irritating laugh.

What? Oh my goodness l was dreaming. Judging by the expression on Simon's face he has been in the room for too long, and seen it all.

'l can't believe this girl is all over me already' Simon was laughing inside

'This is embarrassing, l wish l can take it back'' talking to herself Hazel was so regretful of what happened. Her face was all red, but she can't take it back even if she wants to.

'' can we get to the party'' Simon insisted

'' l don't see any reason for me to go back while its over'' Hazel was too tired to go back.

'' do you want to go back to the party with me to say goodbye to everyone or you want your half love brother to come and fetch you from bed''

'' am not going back everyone is gone and am sure, I will be a destruction to all ladies who want to have a moment with you'' Hazel said opening the door for Simon to leave. '' and l need to rest for tomorrow training'' she said pleading

''ok if you say so but can you lead the way'' Simon was so, game on to see her leave the room.

While Simon and Hazel were walking down to the garden Ephraim approached them with a smile on his face.

'' seems like my sweet little sister catch a big one today'' Ephraim said getting in the middle of them breaking a weird silence which was present. His hand grabbing her waist.

This was uncomfortable for Hazel and was easily noticed by Simon who saw it by the reaction which was made Hazel in respond. '' can we have some more wine little sister'' Ephraim said trying to leave Simon behind but Hazel didn't take a step forward.

Simon was now convinced that not only does Ephraim love Hazel but also he wants her to himself. This was confusing because he thought Ephraim was after Hazel hand maid from his research. But now this confusing was clear it was all pretence and drama.

'' what a beautiful lies, wow this guy is dangerous. If he made a good impression that he is in love with someone while he is all over his sister. What a horrible man' Simon was querying

It was true that Ephraim love was different towards his sister Hazel, it was lust.

''Hazel you were talking about getting ready for tomorrow so you need to rest, you can go back'' Simon said taking Hazel from Ephraim.

'' you can do that later, the night is still young little sister. You haven't meet or talk to any crown prince except for Simon and me. So l will help you before they all left'' not that he wants her to be seen with someone. He was just jealousy of the way Simon get attached to Hazel and, he really need to do something. Ephraim easily saw that Simon was getting close to Hazel intentionally.

'' no need for that'' Simon

Before Ephraim impose anything Simon was walking fast back to Hazel's room. Hazel was just stuck in the middle of battle between her brother who loved her lustfully and Simon who was not clear yet if he loved her.

As soon Hazel opened the door to her room she barked in front of Simon'' am l a piece of property huh, Simon? You want me to do this in the other hand Ephraim is there forcing me to meet crown prince's. lets have some wine. What is wrong with you both. Yesterday you were Steven today you are Simon. And here you are like my bodyguard following me everywhere. Do you think l like the attitude you impose on the dance and you just coming inside my chamber without knocking''

Simon didn't take anything she says serious. His eyes were already drawn behind Hazel. Blood were already on tips of her heels.

Not saying anything Simon just stand there listening.

Ephraim was left with a devilish smile. It was clear that he was jealousy to see anyone close to Hazel and also he was behind something horrible. '' is it done'' Ephraim said looking at Layla in front of him.

'' all done'' Lydia nodded her head with great satisfaction.

Simon's eyes got attention of something horrible behind Hazel. Without saying anything he took few steps close to her. After he was sure of the scene he moved Hazel to the other side. Behind Hazel was prince Michael of Ozar kingdom the one and only son of king Balam from his second wife queen Eliza. Michael's body was layed on the floor, his legs crossing at each other, his hands aside.

Simon did not waste any more time he locked the door from inside that instant and went to check if he was still alive.

'' is he breathing? Hazel asked '' he is dead'' Simon replied looking straight at her reaction. '' are you sure? Hazel asked again. In case Simon made a mistake she do it herself.

Now that she was sure, she was trembling with fear. The body was Michael and they both know the penalty of the crime. King Balam is known to be ruthless and un merciful. With his only heir, dead they were going to be blood everywhere in Ezra.

'' this is a setup Hazel'' Simon was sure that someone did it and that same person wants Hazel dead. Hazel was already shaking on the floor. The fear of death, even if she was a princess but the law was stamped and should be followed by everyone. Queen Mirma has set the rules and it was followed and respected by everyone.

'' am going to die'' Hazel said crying

'' no you aren't, you are not going to pay for someone else crime Hazel''

Simon cupped Hazel's face with his hands. '' Hazel listen to me, you didn't do this, and you are not going to die. Whoever did this wants you on the ground so don't give him or her that satisfaction. You need to be strong'' Simon was assuring her. Simon was suspecting Lama and her crazy sister. If not them its obviously the queen and Victoria's doing.

'Ephraim won't hurt her. Can he? Maybe he can, or maybe not but am sure he will definitely kill someone who have eyes on her due to jealousy but he loves her. And his love must not be trusted. He is dangerous. If he is not behind the death of that innocent boy.'

This act was not a shook to Simon. He was into war so he knows what an enemy do to get you. Instead he act too fast than the enemy.

Simon was thinking of a way out. He take Hazel's hand '' we need to get rid of the body before anyone sees it'' Simon said '' if there is no body, there's no crime'' he added '' you need to get up and move fast''

Hazel was shocked with Simon's confidence. To her it was the first time but to Simon it was not knew, he was used to it. Sometimes people use it as a blackmail, threat, conspiracy, but to him, he was now in the game. He was used to it, he also use the same style, but his were much better. If it was him, he makes sure you are caught with a dead body in your hands and full evidence pinning on you.