Rosamond.

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[bornleader]

ofbriars:

“Shall we dance then?’ The beauty smiled, “I promise not to step on your toes if you promise not to step on mine.” Rosamond couldn’t help but tease her dear friend just a little.

“Then you have my word–” And he grins before stepping forward with his right foot: the first step of the dance. “And you would step back, and then together, like… just like that. See, already you are a natural.” Eyes remain focused on her as they dance.

[ofbriars-a]

“They used to say I was blessed by the fae with grace and beauty, perhaps they were right!” Rosamond laughed as they danced, secretly the princess clung to her faith in the Fair Folk, even if it was considered blasphemies in this century.

[bornleader]

ofbriars:

“Because you are the only true friend I have, I tried Henrik, I tried to do my duty, but he is cold and cruel, his great-grandfather invaded my kingdom 50 years ago, and now they expect me to marry him. So that I hold no threat to the throne that is mine by birthright.”

Rosamond began to pace her bridal chamber, her mind whirling with the beginnings of a plan.

“But Adria is my kingdom, and these are my people, tell me, my friend. Will you pledge fealty to me, and lend me your army so that I can reclaim my crown?”

“Now hold on, Rosamond—” Eyebrows are furrowed, and he takes a step away from her as he allows her reply to fully process.

“I empathize with you, truly, but that is a colossal request, and my army is in no position to take on such a large mission. The very moment that order any sort of attack, I pledge my allegiance to you, and I turn my back on anyone else who may be involved.” He pauses, watching her pace back and forth. “Alright. I appreciate how you have supported me and welcomed me to court, and for that, rest assured that I will do everything in my power in order to aid your cause, but I cannot order my people to advance until there is at least some plan of action.”

[ofbriars-a]

“Of course, we will come up with a plan, but for now all I ask is that you help me escape this wedding. I cannot marry this man, and he will not let me go so easily.” 

Clasping Henrik’s hands in her own, Rosamond looked at her friend. This was the fate of Adria they were discussing and it seemed that her fate was tied to it as well.

[softchubbypuppy]

[bornleader]

ofbriars:

Taking the hand he offered her, laughter bubbled over rose-colored lips, she would have been the scandal of the century if she had dared taken the hand of a man so boldly in her previous life.

“Please, show me.”

“As you wish.” He takes her hand in his and guides the other to rest atop his shoulder, while his hand lands softly against her back. “And then you follow my lead. The steps are quite simple. You should catch on quickly.”

[ofbriars-a]

“Shall we dance then?’ The beauty smiled, “I promise not to step on your toes if you promise not to step on mine.” Rosamond couldn’t help but tease her dear friend just a little.

[bornleader]

ofbriars:

The door closes behind him, and Rosamond embraces him in a rush of emotion.

“I do not think I can do this, I can’t marry him!” The words tumble out of her mouth before she could stop them.

Suffice to say that wasn’t exactly what he was expecting to hear her say.

“Pardon? And you are telling me, rather than your fiancé? What happened?” His smile, having dissipated, has been replaced with a mixture of concern and confusion.

[ofbriars-a]

“Because you are the only true friend I have, I tried Henrik, I tried to do my duty, but he is cold and cruel, his great-grandfather invaded my kingdom 50 years ago, and now they expect me to marry him. So that I hold no threat to the throne that is mine by birthright.”

Rosamond began to pace her bridal chamber, her mind whirling with the beginnings of a plan.

“But Adria is my kingdom, and these are my people, tell me, my friend. Will you pledge fealty to me, and lend me your army so that I can reclaim my crown?”

[ofbriars-a]

“And what will you be wanting, this time of night?”

@noblesorrow

“An escort if you don’t mind.”

[ofbriars-a]

❛ Am I enjoying it? ❜

@noblesorrow

“Yes, that is what I asked, or do you knot know what enjoyment is?”

[ofbriars-a]

❛ Do you always begin conversations this way? ❜

@noblesorrow

And do you, always speak to your rulers this way, you ill-mannered canker blossom!”

[not-that-kinda-girl]

[bornleader]

“In that case, I suppose my timing is not so bad.” He smiles and takes her hand. “And an excellent point. Anything for the bride. How may I be of service?” He gives a slight bow.

cont. / @ofbriars​

[ofbriars-a]

The door closes behind him, and Rosamond embraces him in a rush of emotion.

“I do not think I can do this, I can’t marry him!” The words tumble out of her mouth before she could stop them.

[bornleader]

ofbriars:

“Tell me about the ball again, it’s still so strange to me that there are all these new rules when it comes to dancing. Before, men and women never touched while dancing.”

“It is simple, truly. I have no doubt that you will catch on easily. Still, I would be more than happy to show you–” Smiling, he takes a step forward and offers her a hand.

[ofbriars-a]

Taking the hand he offered her, laughter bubbled over rose-colored lips, she would have been the scandal of the century if she had dared taken the hand of a man so boldly in her previous life.

“Please, show me.”

[bornleader]

ofbriars:

“You won’t let me make a fool of myself, will you?“ Rosamond asked twirling about in her delight.

“Oh, please. Such a feat is impossible. You’ve nothing to worry about,” he says with a smile, charming as ever, “In the meantime, is there anything I can do to help?”

[ofbriars-a]

“Tell me about the ball again, it’s still so strange to me that there are all these new rules when it comes to dancing before, men and women never touched while dancing.”

[bornleader]

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He pauses, eyes wide, explanation on the tip of his tongue.

“I apologize, Your Highness. I was running rather late and am still trying to find my way to the ceremony… which I have not yet done, evidently.” He clears his throat, allows a gentle smile to grace his lips, and takes a small backward step. “You look truly stunning, Rosamond.”

wedding starters!! / @ofbriars

[ofbriars-a]

The sight of him there, studying her in the gown of lace and silk, made Rosamond’s heart skip a beat. He needed no explanations, she was just glad to see him here when she needed him most.

“Please, stay for a moment,” the former princess beseeched him, holding out a hand to him. “I could use a friend, besides they can’t start the ceremony without me.” 

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[daniellecountessofderby]

"Danielle, I can't go out dressed like this, I'm not fit to be seen!"

Looking over at her friend, Danielle blinked slowly, not quite sure what to say. “How on earth did you get so covered in mud?” This was going to be some clearing up to do. “We need to get you cleaned up as soon as possible.”

[ofbriars-a]

Rosamond felt her cheeks heat under the splattered mud, how had she been so stupid, what would her mother and father say if they could see the state of their daughter now?

“I went riding...” the former princess murmured, not wanting to admit that she had run away from her responsibilities for the day.

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