Friday, June 06, 2008
Chapter 26
The engagement ball was a success. The guests were enjoying the affair enormously and they loved the soon-to-be couples. They find Sebastian and Marie a perfect couple. Aside from having very good family backgrounds, both of them are handsome. They actually deserve each other.
Marie went to the porch and rested. She couldn’t sleep yet. She might be exhausted but she still feels very lively. While sitting at one of the benches, she studied the ring on her hand. Sebastian gave it to her tonight, after their dance. It fitted perfectly on her slim fingers, and it glittered like the stars in the heaven.
She recollected the many guests who find their engagement amusing, at the same, expected. Having the Prince living in the Mansion for a month started the rumors of their engagement soon. Marie denied that they planned to engagement before the Prince stayed in Cornwall, but the guest won’t accept her reason. Marie gave up on forcing them to believe to her so she ignored them.
Marie watched the heavens and pondered what would happen if Sebastian and she would be married. Would it wonderful? Or would it be drastic? She gazed the stars and contemplated her questions more deeply.
She was disturbed when she saw a looming shadow by the doorway. Sebastian ambled towards her and sat next to her. Marie watched Sebastian with curiosity. Sebastian ignored her at first but it intimidated him later.
“What?” Sebastian asked as he removed his hands from his pockets.
“Why are you here?” Marie snapped.
“Do not answer me with a question.” Sebastian retorted annoyingly.
Marie was about to say something but she was out smarted by Sebastian. She sighed and turned back her gaze to the stars. Her curiosity bothered her so. So, she asked Sebastian again what he is doing at the porch.
“Fine, I cannot sleep. Knowing that my fiancé isn’t asleep yet.”
“How’d you know I wasn’t asleep yet?”
“I am waiting for you in front of you room. I tried to knock, and no one opened. I thought you were mad at me. It bothered me so. Then, I cannot control myself already, so I opened the door and I didn’t see you. I was worried about you, and wondered where you are. Then, I tried looking for you, thus saw you here.”
Marie gaped at him. He was worried about her!
“You know where I am now, you can sleep comfortably now.”
“Is it really that dreadful being right next to me?” Sebastian replied angrily and stood up. He left her without saying goodbye.
“Sebastian.” Marie summoned softly. Sebastian stopped walking and waited for her to say more. “You can stay. If that’s what you want.” Marie added.
And it’s what I want. Marie thought.
Sebastian smiled at her gullibility. He sauntered back to the sofa and sank right next to her. He groaned and yawned. Marie giggled.
“What are you giggling about?” Sebastian asked curiously.
“You are tired, Sebastian. Go ahead and sleep. I will sleep later, don’t worry about me.” Marie replied and smiled at him.
Sebastian caressed her cheeks. Marie placed her face towards her shoulders and moved slowly back and forth so she can feel Sebastian’s hand caressing her cheeks. Sebastian smiled at her gesture and pulled himself towards her. He beamed at her and gently, he whispered, “I will kiss you. Promise me you won’t slap me.” Marie grinned and nodded. Sebastian smiled and swooped down for a kiss.
He had wanted to do this since he saw her in her room, looking fresh and lively. He kissed her hungrily, but gently. His kiss was full of passion and full of love. Sebastian placed his other hand on Marie’s back and pulled her closer to him. Marie rested her hands on his chest and felt the fast beating of his heart. The kiss was long and fervent. Sebastian pulled slowly away from the kiss and kissed her jaw lightly. He cupped head and kissed her one last time on the lips. Sebastian smiled as he pulled away. He rested his head on her forehead to breathe. He kissed her on the forehead and bid her good night. Sebastian knew he can sleep well after the kiss. And Marie, too, will sleep very well.
Labels: Chapter 26, Fortuitously Enamored
