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Summary: ‘They met by chance. It was a dark and stormy night when Prince Kai stopped at an inn during his travel. The tavern wench who served him kept her head down, and when she looked up, a veil covered her face. He was very intrigued by this girl, who’s name was Allegria. He fell in love with this girl, and he wanted to marry her. But would she accept his offer? His love?’


Young Prince Varekai Theodore von Slyson was traveling back to his kingdom after a long and arduous journey from the neighboring kingdom. There were dark clouds overhead, and a storm had picked up quickly. He took refuge at a small inn on the side of the road for the night. Before going to bed that night, he went to the tavern/bar area of the inn and ordered some honey cakes. The cook boasted that they were the best in the land, best eaten hot with a cup of milk. The girl who brought him his cakes was intriguing to him, wearing all black clothes, yet her skin was paler than pale. The strangest thing about her was that she hid her face behind a black veil. She set the cakes on the table in front of him, and poured some milk into his cup.
“Thank you very much.” he said.
“Please enjoy your food. If you need anything don’t hesitate to ask.” she calmly replied.
“Actually, I would like something, if you don’t mind.”
“And what is that, sir?”
“What’s your name?”
“Allegria. Allegria Dante Calaway.”
“I like that name. I’m Varekai Theodore von Slyson. Call me Kai.”
“You aren’t going to mock me?”
“Why would I mock you?”
“My middle name. It’s a man’s name. Dante.”
“That’s no reason to mock you. You’re a very nice girl.” He smiled sweetly at her.
“Thank you. I think you should be eating those cakes before they lose their flavor.”
“Will I see you later?”
“Someone has to come and pick up the tray.” she laughed. He chuckled along with her. He looked at the spot on the veil where her face should have been and smiled. A male customer began complaining his food was late, and she rushed off. He took a bite out of one of the cakes, and it was very sweet. He took a drink of milk to counteract it, and it was the best thing he had tasted. He savored every bite, down to the last crumb. As if on cue, the minute he finished, she came over to him.
“My compliments to the chef. And my compliments to you as well.”
“The chef greatly appreciates your compliments. And why are you complimenting me?”
“It takes great skill to serve food in a place like this. There are many demanding people here.”
“When you do it since childhood, you get used to it.”
“Why don’t you come with me when I leave tomorrow? I would greatly appreciate it if you came. That is if you want to.” Her mother came swooping up to the table, and introduced herself.
“Hello. I am Quincie Lavender Calaway. I am Allegria’s mother, and co-owner of this inn. It’s a pleasure to meet you, your majesty.”
“Please, Mrs. Calaway, call me Kai.”
“So is there anything at all I can do for you?”
“Yes, I was wondering if Allegria might like to accompany me back to my castle tomorrow when I leave.”
“Oh! My, that’s rather… umm… that’s great!”
“If she doesn’t want to, or you don’t want her to, or something, I’ll understand.”
“Well, the choice is entirely up to her.” He turned to Allegria now.
“I’ll give you until tomorrow morning to decide. I am tired now, so I think I shall retire to my chamber for the night. I‘ll see you in the morning.” He looked right at Allegria, winked at her and left.

I are intrigued.

Poor child.
Good job, go on!