Although, Lena expected this treatment as the news of the rebels reaching the castle’s inner gate were hastily huffed by the head maid, when the reality of the situation struck Lena, her answer knew no bounds. She furiously kicked and hit the thick wooden door of the tiny prison that wa sone of the many in the hideous tower.
Lina, her twin sister on the other hand collapsed onto the ground and was weeping. She was crying so hard that her body shook from the shock and her head started throbbing, refusing to accept the situation that she was currently in.
“Stop your crying, Lina. It is not helpful!” Lena screamed.
“And your kicking is?!” Lina snapped back at her sister. Lena was taken aback. She has never seen Lina like that before. Out of the two princesses, Lina was the gentle and the adored one. The favourite one of the now late King and Queen, as well as all of the subjects. Lena, on the other hand for some unknown reason was constant the subject of her royal parents’ disappointment. Lena and Lina, despite having identical looks, were on the opposite sides of the spectrum when it came to personality. Contrary to Lina, Lena was mischievous and adventurous in nature, always keen to learn more about the world beyond the walls of the castle. It was her dream to travel the world. Not that it had a chance of coming true anymore. Lena was about to protest on Lina’s comment, when she was interrupted by a tall figure watching them through the jail bars on the door.
“The new King has made a decision.” The unknown man stated.
“And what is that decision about?” Lena hissed as she slowly stood protectively in front of Lina.
“Only one princess will be allowed to leave tomorrow. The other will remain here and marry.”
“Leave? As in exile?” Lina stuttered.
“Marry? Are you out of your mind?” Lena shouted.
“The King will announce his decision tomorrow at noon.” The man left saying the last word.
The princesses exchanged glances. They held their hand tightly together and whilst reassuring each other that they will find a way out of this situation, Lina and Lena could not help but pray – I hope it is not me!
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