Tearing Through the Pages

"Your present circumstances don't determine where you go; they merely determine where you start." The name is Bellamy Blake, though you might know me as Lord Bellamy. I'm currently staying at the castle in Tondc while I'm being primed to possibly help rule this country one day.

[thelordbellamyblake]

clarke-theprincess:

[She wasn’t quite sure why but when Clarke had imagined this party she hadn’t imagined there to be quite so many good looking men here. There was a real possibility that her future husband was in this room. It had only been a couple days before that she had learned that to become queen she must married first. Clarke had been angry, she still was, but she knew it was something she would have to do if she was going to take the throne. This party was an opportunity to meet potential prospects though she knew not all of them were here. Still though she had told herself she wouldn’t focus on that tonight, but she had to admit that the thought crossed her mind briefly when she thought about how attractive and charming this man was.] I guess it just depends on the situation. I don’t like disappointing her, but I will if I feel like it’s something I need to do. It’s more I guess worry over disappointing the people, failing them. [She said with a shrug, brushing her fingertips against the petals of a nearby rose.] They really do, but yeah I’m sure I’ll have them all down eventually. [She couldn’t help but return his smirk.] Well who knows, maybe you’ll get that opportunity.

[This girl hadn’t quite been what he was expecting. He hadn’t heard much about Clarke from his Uncle other than the basics. Basically about how she hadn’t lived here, grown up here, only showed up just a few years ago, and was now trying to claim the throne. Now, she had to find someone to marry or give up her claim. The main reason that he had been sent here tonight, besides the fact that he was a Lord, was to distract the future princess from any possible prospects. There was no way that he was going to end up marrying her, so distracting her was only keeping her from getting the throne that she didn’t really deserve. At least according to his Uncle. Listening to her talk though, he could see why the people were so infatuated with her. It was obvious that she cared about this country, the way she mentioned not wanting to fail them, and he hadn’t really been expecting that. From the way his uncle had described her, he had been expecting some stuck up, uncaring girl who only wanted the pretty dresses and money. Clarke wasn’t like that. He actually found himself enjoying his conversation with her.] I would love that opportunity. It’s not often royalty lets loose around here you know. Everyone tends to think of them as rather . . . uptight. 

[clarke-theprincess]

[Clarke smiled up at the man, doing her best not to stare at him for too long. He was very good looking, one of the best looking men she had ever seen. The problem was that he seemed to know that, and even though that was usually a pretty big turn off she kind of liked his cockiness a bit.] Oh, I’m sure it would be very interesting. I just worry about disappointing my grandmother. [She told him, sitting down at the edge of a fountain in the garden.] You know actually I think I do remember my grandmother mentioning that last name. I’m not positive though. I need to start paying better attention when she’s telling me about the different families. Well do you think you could show me some fun without getting me wasted? [She asked, grinning at him.]

[thelordbellamyblake]

[This girl was pretty. Much prettier than he had imagined. He hadn’t quite known what to expect to be honest. He didn’t know much about her family. Well, that was a lie, he knew a lot about her family. His Uncle made sure of that, but he didn’t pay close attention to what they looked like other than the Queen who was pretty much impossible to not know what she looked like. As he looked at Clarke, he could definitely see some similarities there.] Do you worry about disappointing her a lot? Because that must be stressful. [He sat down beside her, looking out at the garden for a moment before turning back to her. Bellamy nodded. He was sure her grandmother had mentioned it, but he was glad she didn’t remember specifics.] She probably has. It’s easy to get the names mixed up. After so many names they all start to run together. Trust me, you’ll never remember all of them. [A little smirk formed on his lips at her words.] Oh, I could definitely manage that, given the opportunity.

[clarke-theprincess]

They probably would really enjoy it. I know that I would if I had heard a story like that as a kid. That’s a pretty tempting offer, but I’m pretty sure the story would be any less mortifying by adding an extra person. Plus you’d probably just get me into even more trouble. Well you’re obviously not a princess, but you must be family to someone with a title since you’re at the part. You said your last name is Blake right? I’m sure it could be pretty easy if I just did what I’m supposed to, not matter how boring that might be. Well your cockiness for one, and your insistence on wanting to get me drunk.

[thelordbellamyblake]

I’m pretty sure that I would have too. I did hear a few stories similar to that. Of course they weren’t about the Queen. Mostly just my family members. Or it could be a lot more interesting. Personally, I’m leaning towards that. That is possible though, but I guarantee it would be fun. I do. I’m a Lord actually. My Uncle’s pretty high in Parliament. Yeah, Bellamy Blake, Blake is probably going to be a name you hear a lot honestly. Yeah, sometimes it’s not as easy as it seems though. I prefer the time confidence, and i don’t know if I’d say insistence on getting you drunk. More like insistence on you having fun. 

[clarke-theprincess]

Oh yeah such a great story to tell your grandchildren. Tell them all about how you saw the queen drunk and making a major fool of herself. I think I’ll avoid giving you a story like that to tell. Might need to get to know you a little better before I let you see me drunk. Well I don’t have any blemishes that need to be removed, not yet anyways and I’d really like to keep it that way. I don’t want to be one of those rulers that has things covered up when I do something wrong. Yeah I do think so.

[thelordbellamyblake]

It would definitely be something that they would never forget. And probably find hilarious considering how old you would probably be at the time. Really, I think you should. What if I get drunk with you? Would you let me then? There’s not much to know to be honest, I’m not princess, but feel free to ask. That is easier said than done unfortunately. Hopefully you won’t do anything to cause any blemishes any time soon though, because you know they always leave a scar. I’m curious. What about me screams bad influence? My charm, or my good looks?

[clarke-theprincess]

Well I really hope that you never get the privilege of seeing me drunk because I just don’t think it would be a good idea. They might kick me off the throne for having a ridiculously embarrassing drunk queen. I guess that’s true but I don’t really want to have any blemishes that need to be removed, you know? I want my people to respect me. You scream bad influence. I did. I hope to be able to go again.

[thelordbellamyblake]

I think I’d rather like that privilege honestly. I mean how many people can say they’re seen the hopefully future queen drunk? It’ll be something to tell my future grandchildren about. It depends on who sees you embarrassing drunk I think. That’s almost impossible to accomplish though. Almost always someone has some blemishes they need removed. That doesn’t mean they won’t respect you. Oh, you think so? I’m sure you will be. 

[thelordbellamyblake]

clarke-theprincess:

Maybe you get to see it someday. It probably would be very funny to see. Though I’m not sure I should let anyone see me like that. Might put a pretty nasty blemish on my royal status. I have had a pretty good inclination that you’re a very bad influence. Well, thank you. Yeah I have been with my mom. How about you?

I definitely hope so. It sounds like an interesting way to spend the night, because I can’t really picture you like that. Well, it’s not any fun being drunk by yourself, Princess. Blemishes can be removed, especially for someone like you. What? I’m offended. What ever gave you that impression? Did you have a good time? When I was young. Very young, so young I barely even remember it. I was with my mom too. 

[thelordbellamyblake]

clarke-theprincess:

I’m sure it might though I’m thinking if my drunken state is always going to be the same I might need to stay away from the alcohol. I don’t think anyone would want to see their Queen like that. Might be worth it though to get through tomorrow. Well I guess that’s good that I at least look the part. Yeah, I try not to think about it for the most part. I don’t know, I just really love being outside.

You really have me curious as to what your drunken state is like. I feel like it’d be hilarious to see. I have to disagree, I know I’d definitely like to see you like that. It’d be a nice change from usual Royals. I say go for it, but as you have probably guessed, I’m a terrible influence. You do, it’s a good look on you. Ever been camping? 

[thelordbellamyblake]

clarke-theprincess:

I don’t drink ever really and I’ve only been really drunk once and it was kind of embarrassing honestly. I do believe that it would be a lot more fun though, and it would help me get through the night so much better. I’m the spitting image of a princess? I’m sorry to hear that too. Yeah, it’s a beautiful night tonight. I would spend all my time out here if they’d let me.

Really? That might change once you become the Queen. It helps through the long meetings I’m sure. Now that sounds like a story I am dying to hear. Hey, that’s why I do it anyway. You never know. I have to say you do. Especially right now. It’s in the past, right? Don’t really think about it much anymore. What do you like about it? 

[thelordbellamyblake]

clarke-theprincess:

I don’t know how wise that would be. I’m sure it would be extremely frowned upon if I got drunk tomorrow, though I probably would be a lot more fun. I’m not being coy, and you know that you can call me Clarke. No, I didn’t unfortunately. He died when I was young. Okay, we can go out to the garden right here.

Probably, but I think it depends on how well you hold your liquor, and if you’re a pretty obvious drunk. It would be a lot more fun though, I can promise you that. I do. I just like calling you Princess, because you’re pretty much the spitting image of one. I’m sorry to hear that. Mine did too. Sounds like a good idea to me. It’s a nice night anyway.

[clarke-theprincess]

The alcohol is certainly a good part of the evening as well. Oh, I don’t know, there have been a few highlights to this evening. He was a very wise man if I do say so myself. Alright, Bellamy it is. Um, we could take a walk?

[thelordbellamyblake]

Definitely makes them more lively. Maybe that’s your cure to your possibly boring meeting tomorrow. Didn’t ever take you for a coy one, Princess. Did you know him well? Thank you. That sounds enjoyable, I’ll let you lead since you probably know this place better than I.

[clarke-theprincess]

That’s nice of you to say and I hope that’s it’s true. It really is the best part of any event. it’s been one of the best parts of this one. A little practice certainly never hurts. My dad used to say that a lot actually. So, Lord Blake we’ve been dancing for a while now and I’m sure you’d rather do something else now.

[thelordbellamyblake]

I hope that it ends up being true as well. It is. And the alcohol isn’t that bad either. Oh? What other best parts of this one have you had? He sounds like a wise man. Bellamy, please. I guess we have. Any suggestions? 

[clarke-theprincess]

I’m sure that they would find someone replace me. The food is always amazing though. I always look forward to it when people are visiting. That’s a good idea. I might just have to start doing this so I’m prepared by the time I become queen. Good, I promise to do my best not to step on your toes.

[thelordbellamyblake]

That’s true, they might not be as good as you though. It really is, it’s usually the best part of any event. At least that’s what I tell myself before I go somewhere I don’t want to. I think it’d be a good idea, and besides, a little practice never hurts, right? I appreciate that. 

[clarke-theprincess]

It’s alright. I’ll survive I’m sure. The food will be amazing though so there is that to look forward to. I know they would ask for something I could actually give them and I would cave and probably say yes. That’s true,I haven’t stepped on your toes yet but I apologize now if that happens.

[thelordbellamyblake]

I surely hope so or else I worry for our country. The food is always amazing. I don’t know how they do it. Maybe you should have them start out with things you know you can’t, and then work your way up to easier things, so by that time you’ll be able to say no. Future apology accepted, but I have faith that you won’t. 

[clarke-theprincess]

I’m definitely not looking forward to meeting him now, not that I was all that keen on meeting him in the first place. You know I might just have to do that. Just make them ask me for outrageous things. That might backfire on me though. And I’m just not a very good dancer so it’s a huge downside of being a princess. I guess I’ll get used to it. At least one of us thinks so. I don’t think anyones toes I stepped on tonight will agree.

[thelordbellamyblake]

Sorry to have ruined your future meeting, Princess. Hey, look at it this way, at least the food will probably be good? It sounds fun, but you’re right. It could backfire. Especially if you ask for something you actually could get them. You’re not that bad. Haven’t stepped on my toes yet. That’s got to count for something, right?

[clarke-theprincess]

Well thank you. Hopefully your prayers will help. Yeah, see he’s probably not so bad anymore. I know I will and I probably should practice saying no a little more. Okay, no staring at our feet then. No, not for very long. They thought I should have some lessons since I would be attending lots of events where I would have to dance. Apparently it was a wasted effort.

[thelordbellamyblake]

I hope for your sake that they do. Hopefully he will be. Personally I don’t think that he will be, but you can always hope. Maybe you should just have your ladies ask you for ridiculous things so you can practice. One of the drawbacks of being a royal, lots of dancing. I was in classes for quite a few years. Not wasted. You’re holding your own fairly well. 

[clarke-theprincess]

Good, I’m glad that you can forgive me. Yeah maybe that’s it and I hope that it does go better for me than it did for you. Maybe he’s gotten more interesting since the last time you saw him. It is pretty lame and I do know how to say no…well sometimes anyways. I can’t look down at my feet at all? You would think I’d be a pro at all this since I was actually given dancing lessons.

[thelordbellamyblake]

I hope for your sake that it does, if not I’ll definitely be praying for you. That could be possible since I try and avoid him and haven’t seen him in a while. Good, because you’re definitely going to have to be saying no a lot. You should practice it though. No, if you do, it gets into your head and you can’t concentrate on what you’re supposed to be doing. Really? For a long time? 

[clarke-theprincess]

I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to offend you, but if it’s true then you shouldn’t be offended. Well I guess maybe I would, I don’t know there will be other occasions for us to meet. Don’t worry I wouldn’t tell anyone if you did. I was pretty lame, still am sometimes when it comes to not bailing on things that can easily be bailed on. Yes, you will have to tell me. Okay… I think I’m relaxed as I’ll be able to be in here.

[thelordbellamyblake]

It’s okay, I guess I can forgive you since you have so much pressure on you and everything. So maybe that’s why he’s so interested in meeting you? Hopefully it will go better for you than it did for me. Really? Well yeah, in that case, I’ve got to say that’s pretty lame. Maybe you just need to learn to say no? That’s step one, now step two is to make sure to never look down at your feet.