Chapter Three

The air was still as Kamau made her entrance, every eye in the room could not tear away from her. Her silky blue gown that clung onto her waist and her breast that laid comfortably and almost magnificently in her dress were not left unnoticed by all the male creatures in the room. Kamau made her way to her mother and bowed.

"May the banquet commence."

The nymphs started to play their harps and music filled the air, relieving the tension in the room. Kamau sat beside the elven prince as her mother had commanded her to.

"You look stunning Kamau."

"Thank you...."

"I am sorry I didn't get to introduce myself; I am Elzak Alphilis, the third prince of the elven kingdom and the future successor to the throne."

"I am Kamau Noiile Kaufman, the first princess of the nymph kingdom." said Kamau.

"Very well. Would you like to spend some time with me outside? I want to get to know you but it's a bit awkward since we are sitting at a table filled with so many people."

"As you wish." Kamau gently stood up and gave her maemana a signal, she nodded her head in response. Elzak gently took ahold of Kamau's hand and together, the two left the banquet and walked into the night.

"Kamau, do you believe the myths of the gods?"

"There are many myths about the gods my elven prince, so which one are you referring to?"

"I am talking about Orne. Do you believe that the gods take refuge at Orne?"

"Well, I suppose they do. Nobody has ever been able to reach Orne. It's a visible planet but no matter what you do you just can't reach it."

"That's true. Kamau, I have something to ask you."

"Anything my prince."

"Is it really your wish to marry me?"

"Yes, it is my prince.

'"Good, because I have always wanted you to be mine." He pulled her closer into his arms and held her tightly by the waist.

"Tell me you want me, Kamau."

Kamau was disgusted by the prince's behavior. He was indeed a scumbag like Ashlikka had said. She tried to push him away gently in order not to embarrass him but he gripped her tighter.

"Let go of her Elzak."

Elzak quickly let go off her waist and turned to look at the tall elf that stood behind them. Unlike Elzak's light blonde hair, this man had jet black hair that fell to his waist and shined magnificently in Orne's light. It was dark and half of his face was covered with a mask, but his eyes were of a green color and held immense hatred.

"What do you want brother?" Elzak asked.

"Mother looks for you." said the elf. Elzak groaned and quickly headed into the banquet hall.

''Thank you, for your help." Kamau said bowing her head.

''That was not my intention, I simply came to deliver a message as the queen had requested."

"Either way, thank you. I'm indebted to you."

"Be careful of what you say my princess,' he walked closer and used a finger to lift Kamau's jaw, "For all you know I could let you repay me with your body." he said and looked over her body. Kamau gulped.

Kamau knew he was only teasing but his eyes spoke a different language and it secretly thrilled her. She backed away.

"Excuse me." said Kamau.

She turned around and hurried into the palace. With every step she took she was followed by a pair of stone cold vibrant emerald eyes.

It was time for the nymph's dance. At the end of every feast, the nymphs danced for their guests to wish them a happy travel back to their land. This year the queen had asked her daughter to partake in the dance. Kamau put on her midnight blue bedlah and veil. The thumping of the timpani matched with the rapid beating of her heart. She was bold and confident but in front of such a large crowd her courage disappeared. They turned off the lanterns and the little pixies flew around illuminating the room with their golden ray. It was time.

The nymphs slowly walked onto the stage in tune with the melody. Kamau followed close behind them and they danced like they had been possessed, with their body bending to the beat and their coin sashes jiggling on their waists. Her swaying hips did not go unnoticed by the people especially by a particular green pair of eyes. Kamau could feel his eyes piercing into her body which boosted her confidence and made her put her all into her dance. The room erupted with cheers when it ended. They gracefully bowed their head and exited the floor leaving the people entranced.

Kamau felt a pair of arms grab her waist and a soft pair of pink lips roughly grabbed hers. Kamau felt the familiar tingling sensation she felt whenever her lips came close to that of her lovers. Kamau wrapped her arms around her lover's neck to feel more of her

"Gaia what are you doing here?"said Kamau looking into her lover's beautiful grey eyes.

"I just returned from the Human Realm." said Gaia who wrapped her arms around Kamau's waist and proceeded to place her head in the crook of Kamau's neck.

"I wish I could go too I heard it's beautiful."

"It is. Kamau, I have missed you so much. I felt like my soul died from not hearing your voice." Kamau laughed.

"Me too. I missed you a lot. Are you busy? I did like us to spend some time together."said Kamau.

"I did like that too but we have a lot to talk about, before that." Gaia said grabbing Kamau's hands.

"I know Gaia and we will. There is a lot going on with me and I just need time." Kamau looked into Gaia's soft eyes. Kamau didn't want to hurt Gaia but then all this didn't feel right like it had all once felt.