Meet Cedric, a young Charming Prince on a quest to find a bride who likes him not for his wealth, power and charm dresses as a commoner and succeeds in finding Aurora, a pretty village girl who works at a bakery. Their love seems to be going to greater heights but to the surprise of everyone, before the wedding day he changes his mind and decides to marry Princess Elaina - A wicked Princess. He suddenly feels drawn to her the day before his wedding day, what could be the reason? Will Aurora be able to stop the love of her life from marrying the wicked Princess Elaina?
THE MEETING ROOM IN THE ROYALE PALACE (In the kingdom of Adrix)
The maids served tea to the king and his guest-the King,Queen and Princess of Utaru, a kingdom very far away in Scotland .
They took a sip from the tea mug, it was their second refill as they have waiting for almost an hour for the very important guest to arrive - The prince.
There was an awkward silence as the sound of the king of utaru tapping his fingers on the desk was heard.
From the looks at things, it seems he was getting impatient
"How long are we going to wait again, King Cecil?" he questioned with his Scottish accent finally breaking the silence
"Yes! We've waited far too long, isn't the prince coming?" his Queen supported and Queen Rodney - the queen of Adrix got up angrily
"He was supposed to be here 30 minutes ago" she muttered to herself
"Pardon me, I'll be right back" she stormed out of the room.
Taking the stairs, she went straight to the prince's room, still very crossed at the moment.
She met the guards standing by the door keeping a straight face as they held their long spear
"Where is the Prince?" she asked.
One of them replied immediately "He hasn't left the room yet, your highness ". Queen Rodney heaved a sigh at his response.
" Cedric?" she called as she held the handle of the door and tried pushing it, but it was locked.
She banged vigorously, What's his problem?
"Cedric! Open this door immediately or else I'll break it! "she threatened but no noise was heard from the room.
"Break the lock! " she Ordered and the guards obliged.
With their spear-staff they were able to break the lock after many trials.
She pushed the door open revealing an empty huge room, there was no one in it.
She went ahead to search the bathroom, wardrobe, clothes cabinet, the lodge, the study room but he proved elusive.
Where is this guy? She thought angrily. It's not funny letting them wait like that. Her eyes then caught a glimpse of the window - it was open !?
She clenched her teeth immediately.
How could you Cedric! "Go and find the prince, now! " she ordered the guards at the door and they stormed out at once.
She stood there biting her lips in disbelief..
IN THE TOWNS MEADOW
The prince with a casual clothing is seen pacing back and forth like he was waiting for someone.
He gazed at the lake at regular intervals. He seemed to be waiting for something to happen or rather someone.
He went closer to the lake and sat on a bench gazing at the crystal blue waters. Picking up a bunch of stones he tossed it on the water and it did a triple flip before plunging into the water. He did it for like three times and then from the water reflection he saw it - what he's been waiting for.
He saw her pass behind him heading to the area where the ducks use to swim, He beamed as he looked at her, his heart palpitating with excitement.
He watched her steadily as she squatted and started feeding the ducks. She looked like an angel, with her regular sky-blue gown which always have an apron stuck to it.
Her curly blonde hair were like flowers and her skin, so smooth and shiny. She had a nice rosy cheeks that is conspicuous when she smiles.
Though he has never seen her face because he likes admiring her from afar. But today, no matter what, he has to talk to her, even for a second. It's been two weeks that she normally visits the meadow every morning.
He exhaled deeply and sighed.. Here goes nothing. As he sauntered towards her his heart was fluttering. It felt like a dream.
Finally reaching her, he realized that he couldn't say anything. He was shut of words. The only stupid thing he could say was
"Are you in love with the ducks? " He immediately regretting it, he turned around and smacked his head in annoyance.
Jeez I messed up, he thought and was about to leave when he heard his angel talking.
"Oh my Prince, of course not " she giggled and his eyes widened as his heart started racing. They are finally doing it- talking!
He turned over to look at her but she was still backing him standing.
"Then what are you in love with? " he asked huskily and she giggled again.
"A lot of things, bread, flowers, maybe a prince.. " she said and he brightened as curiosity was killing him. He wanted to see her face so he held her hands and turned her over to face him only to see
'BATTERY LOW, PLEASE CHARGE' What!! He removed his virtual reality goggles as it shut down and then tossed it on the couch beside him.
"Chill, chill Cedric " Diego, one of his friends, told him as he gently picked up the VR goggles.
"Seriously Diego! Why didn't you charge it?"he groused and brushed his fingers through his wavy brown hair, kicking the table beside him in annoyance.
"Cmon why are you getting so worked up?" Sanjay said as he came in with three wine glasses and a wine.
"I can even strangle you two, stop messing with me. Don't you know that I almost saw my...my princess charming" he said gazing at the sky and they chuckled
"Besides it's just VR, go and find a real princess charming" Sanjay said as he distributed the wines then Cedric scoffed .
"But I don't get why you're weird" Diego said sipping from his glass. Cedric shot him a surprised look raising his brow and he added
"Many princesses.. Beautiful princesses from other kingdoms are seeking your hand in marriage, but like a weirdo you keep on rejecting them" Cedric shrugged "They aren't my type or attractive, I'm pretty sure it's just their makeup that makes them beautiful" he cracked and they all laughed heartily.
"That's why I even come here every morning, you know, to get a rest from the palace and duties " he added as he drank from his wine. He then remembered that beautiful girl.. She was so pretty and her voice..
"You know sometimes, I wished I was in your shoes, I'd marry all those princesses "Diego cracked and he was jolted from his reverie as they laughed.
"Well apply for princeship, if you're that desperate "Cedric scoffed looking at Diego.
"Chill bro, it was just a joke " Sanjay snapped as Cedric got up and picked his laptop from the table.
"At least they'll never find me here, in this alcove "he said with a smirk.
Just then they heard a knock at the door. They exchanged glances as Cedric asked
"Did you invite someone? " but they all shook their heads. Cedric shrugged and returned to the couch turning on his laptop as Diego went to the door.
"Uh oh " Cedric heard him exclaim as he opened the door to see his mother standing at the door with guards beside her. She was looking very cross..
"Prince Cedric! " she yelled and he sprang on his feet.
"Hey queen Rodney, aren't you just looking gorgeously young " he tried to flatter but she immediately held his ears pulling it as she dragged him heading to the door. He winced in pain.
"You were supposed to be at the palace meeting Princess Anabelle and her family, what are you doing here?" she asked obviously annoyed, still dragging him by the ear.
Cedric could see his friends stifling a laugh and glared hard at them. Queen Rodney finally let go of his ear and he stood upright.
"Why should I be there? I don't want to see anymore princesses, I have already rejected ten, please don't bring more. Can't I just find who I like? " he pleaded as he left her sight
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