Songs of the Sky

Chapter Two

"He's the first Song, by the way. Thought you might want to know."

My eyes widened in both surprise and confusion as I stared at Ray.

He c****d an ey"He's the first Song, by the way. Thought you might want to know."

My eyes widened in both surprise and confusion as I stared at Ray.

He c****d an eyebrow and tilted his head that caused his dark hair to fall into his left eye.

Sky Castle has a total of 11 Songs and they were ranked according to the magical melodies they produce.

And as far as I know, the first Song's melody was Love. Therefore, he's also known as the Love Prince.

Since I've never met any of the Songs before, I felt so much pleasure of meeting one now, finally, and luckily he's the first Song.

"The Love Prince." I breathed, mesmerized.

The people inside the restaurant still couldn't hold their excitement of meeting the Song. They took pictures of him here and there.

Despite the attention he was getting, he remained calm and while showing them his gentle smile.

I looked at my coworkers and felt astonished on how they handle themselves in this situation. They were so professional including Ray. Even if they've already met a leader before, it's still a pleasure to have one this close. Since it's rare for any leaders to show themselves in broad daylight. Especially today after Sky Castle has been silent for a month when crimes had increased in Cradle.

Since we have a leader's presence in front of us now, would there be anyone who'd dare to confront him in regards of the country's crisis?

After I checked out every costumers, it seemed that they were all busy fawning over him. I guess it's not happening and even if I want to, I must behave myself and do my job professionally.

The Song was looking at the menu then realization hit me. I suck in my breath as I saw that the other servers were busy taking care of other costumers.

Oh no, don't tell me...

As if to increase my anxiety, the Song beckoned and I quickly looked down.

I know it's a pleasure to serve a Song, but damn, I feel so nervous to think that I'm actually the one to do that. What if I do something embarrassing in front of him? What if I stuttered and showed him how awkward I was?

"Oh, it seems that our special guest is ready for his order." Said Ray with his usual lively voice.

I slowly looked at him, my face masked with helplessness, trying to give him a sign as I shook my head in a slow motion but he just gave me a smile.

"Now Medley, please take care of him."

As I made my way to him, I kept on whispering encouraging words to myself inwardly. I could feel the heavy stares of the people around me so I tried so hard not to look at anyone other than the table of the guest I will be serving.

As I reached his table, I took a deep breath and uttered those practiced words.

"May I have your order please?" I felt my face flushed in embarrassment as I realized how monotonous and unfriendly I sounded.

I stole a glance at Ray and saw him comically reminding me to smile.

"Oh, hi. So this is my order."

He said, his voice calm and gentle.

He moved the menu so I could properly see what he's pointing at, then he suddenly stopped.

I looked at him and suck at my breath as I found him already staring at me with those of his ocean blue eyes.

Having him this close, I realized that he's even more beautiful. He has a clear skin and his eyelashes was perfectly long. His wavy blonde hair falls below his eyebrow.

I don't know if he's really a prince or an angel. Seriously, there's actually someone so handsome like this who exists? His looks wasn't fair.

"I'm sorry, but may I have the pleasure to know your name?"

I was taken aback by his sudden question. I had never serve anyone who asked for my name before. It's the first, and he's a Song!

"Oh, erm...Medley." I'm aware of the people watching us so I kept my cool demeanor.

"My name's Medley."

"Medley? What a lovely name." He gave me that gentle smile of his before turning his eyes back to the menu.

What was that about? Damn Song, he surely knows how to flatter a lady's heart.

With my face flushing, I listed his order and as soon as we're done, I quickly went back and gave the piece of paper to Ray, who was laughing at me.

"What's so funny?" I said to him in annoyance but he just laughed even more.

My job went good so far that day. As I served him the food that he ordered, he thanked me and I could feel my face reddening. Ray made fun of my blushing face as soon as I head back to the counter.

After the Song was done, he waved goodbye to us until he disappeared into the light as the door closed after him.

Ray made fun of me the whole shift. He told me how stiff I was and that I barely smile at all.

I also learned that having a Song as guest rarely happens. And that some of my coworkers actually wanted to bring up the current crisis but instead chose to be professional on their job.

That night, after I returned home I told mom about what happened at work and she was surprised, expectedly, about our special guest.

We both giggled as I reached the part where the Love Prince asked for my name and mom jokingly said that he might be my soul mate.

Though I never got the chance to know his name. Then I shall call him the Love Prince.

While in my bed, I can't stop thinking about the Song. Not about the pleasure of meeting him, but on why he just showed up like nothing serious was happening in our country.

What's the plan of leaders right now? What's happening inside the Sky Castle while Cradle suffers from constant crimes incidents?

Moreover, what really happened to the Keys?

Soon those thoughts and questions drown me to sleep. And the next thing I know, I was dreaming about my brother.

{I was 8 and Max was 11.

I was running with excitement as I chase after my brother.

"I will catch you, brother! And I will tickle you." I shouted at him.

I know my brother's weakness, he was very ticklish.

We were running around our backyard for half an hour now but I always lose to my brother.

We took this chance to play since father went out to work.

I suddenly tripped on my little feet and I hit the ground hard.

"Ley!" Shouted Max and ran towards me, his face worried.

He helped me sit and took a look on my feet.

"You hurt your knee. Come, lemme treat that wound." He helped me walked until we reached home.

He quickly grabbed the kit and treat my wound gently.

"I'm sorry," he muttered under his breath and I frowned.

"For what? It ain't your f-" I started but he cut me off.

"Should have let you win at least." He smirked and I lightly punched his arm.

He laughed and I just smiled at him as he treated me.

Fortunately, father wasn't here.

Father was very strict and he always scold us, especially Max.

Whenever he's with us in the house,we behave ourselves. Even so, he always finds a way to scold and beat Max.

He always hurt him but Max never says or do anything. Mom can't do anything either since he'd end up hurting her also if she interfere between him and brother.

Brother just always tells me, "I will stay here. I wanna protect you."

Though those words always confused me. What did he mean by saying he will stay here? Did father want him gone? Why would he? I never understand why he hate my brother this much.

"I want to stay with you, Ley."}

I woke up with the sound of my alarm and reached out to push the snooze button. Just 5 minutes more.

I shifted position and thought about my dream. It happen always that I dream about my brother, Max.

I glanced at my table across my bed and saw my picture together with mom and father when I was still four years old. Brother wasn't there.

I reached out and grabbed the other picture. It was me and brother when I was six years old. I remember that mom was the one who took this picture.

Tears started to well up in my eyes as I stared at my brother's picture. It was the only picture that I have with my brother.

My brother was always there for me ever since. He always protected me from anything especially from father.

He was always there for me, yet I didn't have any memories of him until I was six years old.

Why can't I remember my brother who's always been there for me?

At school, I told Diana about yesterday and she whined how lucky I was and that she wished she was there. Like me, Diana never met any members of Sky Castle before. She only saw them when there's an event in the Sky Castle, but she never got a chance to meet them close.

We laughed as I told her also about my awkwardness as I served the Love Prince.

On my way to work, as I was walking on the street I was greeted by three strange persons wearing dark grey cloak.

Their faces were hidden in their hoods so I couldn't see what they looked like.

My heartbeat quickened and I looked around me, hoping someone could help me. To my disbelief, people seemed to not notice us and suddenly the face of my mom flashed in my mind.

Mom.

"Good day, miss Medley." Greeted one of them, his voice belonged to a man.

My eyes widened as I heard them said my name. I clutched my bag as I tried to utter a word.

"W-Who are you? How did you know my name?"

The one in the middle reached out his hand in attempt to touch me but I took a sudden step backwards.

"Don't touch me or I'll scream." I said in a shaking voice and grabbed this chance to run away.

Who are those cloaked men? How do they know me and what do they want?

I did not dare to look back. I was so afraid and confused with this sudden event.

Suddenly I bumped into someone and he held my arms to steady me.

"H-help me. Someone..."

"Someone who?"

I froze. That voice belonged to one of the cloaked men.

I opened my mouth to shout but his hand was already there before I could make a sound.

"Behave, miss Medley. We mean you no harm." The cloaked man who was holding me said in a stern voice.

"Yes, miss Medley. Forgive us with our sudden appearance but we're merely following the King's order." The other cloaked man said, his voice was calm.

At the mention of the King, I stopped fighting the man in front of me and he removed his hand from over my mouth.

I took a step backwards and looked at them, my face covered in confusion.

"What do you mean by following the King's order?"

They looked at each other before turning to me. The one from behind stepped forward so I could have a good look at him.

"We are the Disciples of the Sky Castle, serving under King Orpheus. We were ordered to summon the girl name Medley Donahue as a Key to the Sky Castle."

My jaw dropped and asked them again as if I just gone deaf. After they repeated the same information, I still couldn't fathom this unexpected event.

Me? Summoned as a Key? Then that would mean the two Keys were already found but it's too late? And that's why they were summoning a replacement now? But why me?

I should be happy and excited right now, suddenly becoming the new Princess of my country was just so great. But no, in reality, it will just leave you confused and uncertain about all of this.

So all I did was just stare at the cloaked men while I try to gather my messed up thoughts in a puddle of confusion.ebrow and tilted his head that caused his dark hair to fall into his left eye.

Sky Castle has a total of 11 Songs and they were ranked according to the magical melodies they produce.

And as far as I know, the first Song's melody was Love."He's the first Song, by the way. Thought you might want to know."

My eyes widened in both surprise and confusion as I stared at Ray.

He c****d an eyebrow and tilted his head that caused his dark hair to fall into his left eye.

Sky Castle has a total of 11 Songs and they were ranked according to the magical melodies they produce.

And as far as I know, the first Song's melody was Love. Therefore, he's also known as the Love Prince.

Since I've never met any of the Songs before, I felt so much pleasure of meeting one now, finally, and luckily he's the first Song.

"The Love Prince." I breathed, mesmerized.

The people inside the restaurant still couldn't hold their excitement of meeting the Song. They took pictures of him here and there.

Despite the attention he was getting, he remained calm and while showing them his gentle smile.

I looked at my coworkers and felt astonished on how they handle themselves in this situation. They were so professional including Ray. Even if they've already met a leader before, it's still a pleasure to have one this close. Since it's rare for any leaders to show themselves in broad daylight. Especially today after Sky Castle has been silent for a month when crimes had increased in Cradle.

Since we have a leader's presence in front of us now, would there be anyone who'd dare to confront him in regards of the country's crisis?

After I checked out every costumers, it seemed that they were all busy fawning over him. I guess it's not happening and even if I want to, I must behave myself and do my job professionally.

The Song was looking at the menu then realization hit me. I suck in my breath as I saw that the other servers were busy taking care of other costumers.

Oh no, don't tell me...

As if to increase my anxiety, the Song beckoned and I quickly looked down.

I know it's a pleasure to serve a Song, but damn, I feel so nervous to think that I'm actually the one to do that. What if I do something embarrassing in front of him? What if I stuttered and showed him how awkward I was?

"Oh, it seems that our special guest is ready for his order." Said Ray with his usual lively voice.

I slowly looked at him, my face masked with helplessness, trying to give him a sign as I shook my head in a slow motion but he just gave me a smile.

"Now Medley, please take care of him."

As I made my way to him, I kept on whispering encouraging words to myself inwardly. I could feel the heavy stares of the people around me so I tried so hard not to look at anyone other than the table of the guest I will be serving.

As I reached his table, I took a deep breath and uttered those practiced words.

"May I have your order please?" I felt my face flushed in embarrassment as I realized how monotonous and unfriendly I sounded.

I stole a glance at Ray and saw him comically reminding me to smile.

"Oh, hi. So this is my order."

He said, his voice calm and gentle.

He moved the menu so I could properly see what he's pointing at, then he suddenly stopped.

I looked at him and suck at my breath as I found him already staring at me with those of his ocean blue eyes.

Having him this close, I realized that he's even more beautiful. He has a clear skin and his eyelashes was perfectly long. His wavy blonde hair falls below his eyebrow.

I don't know if he's really a prince or an angel. Seriously, there's actually someone so handsome like this who exists? His looks wasn't fair.

"I'm sorry, but may I have the pleasure to know your name?"

I was taken aback by his sudden question. I had never serve anyone who asked for my name before. It's the first, and he's a Song!

"Oh, erm...Medley." I'm aware of the people watching us so I kept my cool demeanor.

"My name's Medley."

"Medley? What a lovely name." He gave me that gentle smile of his before turning his eyes back to the menu.

What was that about? Damn Song, he surely knows how to flatter a lady's heart.

With my face flushing, I listed his order and as soon as we're done, I quickly went back and gave the piece of paper to Ray, who was laughing at me.

"What's so funny?" I said to him in annoyance but he just laughed even more.

My job went good so far that day. As I served him the food that he ordered, he thanked me and I could feel my face reddening. Ray made fun of my blushing face as soon as I head back to the counter.

After the Song was done, he waved goodbye to us until he disappeared into the light as the door closed after him.

Ray made fun of me the whole shift. He told me how stiff I was and that I barely smile at all.

I also learned that having a Song as guest rarely happens. And that some of my coworkers actually wanted to bring up the current crisis but instead chose to be professional on their job.

That night, after I returned home I told mom about what happened at work and she was surprised, expectedly, about our special guest.

We both giggled as I reached the part where the Love Prince asked for my name and mom jokingly said that he might be my soul mate.

Though I never got the chance to know his name. Then I shall call him the Love Prince.

While in my bed, I can't stop thinking about the Song. Not about the pleasure of meeting him, but on why he just showed up like nothing serious was happening in our country.

What's the plan of leaders right now? What's happening inside the Sky Castle while Cradle suffers from constant crimes incidents?

Moreover, what really happened to the Keys?

Soon those thoughts and questions drown me to sleep. And the next thing I know, I was dreaming about my brother.

{I was 8 and Max was 11.

I was running with excitement as I chase after my brother.

"I will catch you, brother! And I will tickle you." I shouted at him.

I know my brother's weakness, he was very ticklish.

We were running around our backyard for half an hour now but I always lose to my brother.

We took this chance to play since father went out to work.

I suddenly tripped on my little feet and I hit the ground hard.

"Ley!" Shouted Max and ran towards me, his face worried.

He helped me sit and took a look on my feet.

"You hurt your knee. Come, lemme treat that wound." He helped me walked until we reached home.

He quickly grabbed the kit and treat my wound gently.

"I'm sorry," he muttered under his breath and I frowned.

"For what? It ain't your f-" I started but he cut me off.

"Should have let you win at least." He smirked and I lightly punched his arm.

He laughed and I just smiled at him as he treated me.

Fortunately, father wasn't here.

Father was very strict and he always scold us, especially Max.

Whenever he's with us in the house,we behave ourselves. Even so, he always finds a way to scold and beat Max.

He always hurt him but Max never says or do anything. Mom can't do anything either since he'd end up hurting her also if she interfere between him and brother.

Brother just always tells me, "I will stay here. I wanna protect you."

Though those words always confused me. What did he mean by saying he will stay here? Did father want him gone? Why would he? I never understand why he hate my brother this much.

"I want to stay with you, Ley."}

I woke up with the sound of my alarm and reached out to push the snooze button. Just 5 minutes more.

I shifted position and thought about my dream. It happen always that I dream about my brother, Max.

I glanced at my table across my bed and saw my picture together with mom and father when I was still four years old. Brother wasn't there.

I reached out and grabbed the other picture. It was me and brother when I was six years old. I remember that mom was the one who took this picture.

Tears started to well up in my eyes as I stared at my brother's picture. It was the only picture that I have with my brother.

My brother was always there for me ever since. He always protected me from anything especially from father.

He was always there for me, yet I didn't have any memories of him until I was six years old.

Why can't I remember my brother who's always been there for me?

At school, I told Diana about yesterday and she whined how lucky I was and that she wished she was there. Like me, Diana never met any members of Sky Castle before. She only saw them when there's an event in the Sky Castle, but she never got a chance to meet them close.

We laughed as I told her also about my awkwardness as I served the Love Prince.

On my way to work, as I was walking on the street I was greeted by three strange persons wearing dark grey cloak.

Their faces were hidden in their hoods so I couldn't see what they looked like.

My heartbeat quickened and I looked around me, hoping someone could help me. To my disbelief, people seemed to not notice us and suddenly the face of my mom flashed in my mind.

Mom.

"Good day, miss Medley." Greeted one of them, his voice belonged to a man.

My eyes widened as I heard them said my name. I clutched my bag as I tried to utter a word.

"W-Who are you? How did you know my name?"

The one in the middle reached out his hand in attempt to touch me but I took a sudden step backwards.

"Don't touch me or I'll scream." I said in a shaking voice and grabbed this chance to run away.

Who are those cloaked men? How do they know me and what do they want?

I did not dare to look back. I was so afraid and confused with this sudden event.

Suddenly I bumped into someone and he held my arms to steady me.

"H-help me. Someone..."

"Someone who?"

I froze. That voice belonged to one of the cloaked men.

I opened my mouth to shout but his hand was already there before I could make a sound.

"Behave, miss Medley. We mean you no harm." The cloaked man who was holding me said in a stern voice.

"Yes, miss Medley. Forgive us with our sudden appearance but we're merely following the King's order." The other cloaked man said, his voice was calm.

At the mention of the King, I stopped fighting the man in front of me and he removed his hand from over my mouth.

I took a step backwards and looked at them, my face covered in confusion.

"What do you mean by following the King's order?"

They looked at each other before turning to me. The one from behind stepped forward so I could have a good look at him.

"We are the Disciples of the Sky Castle, serving under King Orpheus. We were ordered to summon the girl name Medley Donahue as a Key to the Sky Castle."

My jaw dropped and asked them again as if I just gone deaf. After they repeated the same information, I still couldn't fathom this unexpected event.

Me? Summoned as a Key? Then that would mean the two Keys were already found but it's too late? And that's why they were summoning a replacement now? But why me?

I should be happy and excited right now, suddenly becoming the new Princess of my country was just so great. But no, in reality, it will just leave you confused and uncertain about all of this.

So all I did was just stare at the cloaked men while I try to gather my messed up thoughts in a puddle of confusion. Therefore, he's also known as the Love Prince.

Since I've never met any of the Songs before, I felt so much pleasure of meeting one now, finally, and luckily he's the first Song.

"The Love Prince." I breathed, mesmerized.

The people inside the restaurant still couldn't hold their excitement of meeting the Song. They took pictures of him here and there.

Despite the attention he was getting, he remained calm and just keep on showing them his gentle smile.

I looked at my coworkers and felt astonished on how they handle themselves in this situation. They were so professional including Ray. Even if they've already met a leader before, it's still a pleasure to have one this close. Since it's rare for any leaders to show themselves in broad daylight. Especially today after Sky Castle has been silent for a month when crimes had increased in Cradle.

Since we have a leader's presence in front of us now, would there be anyone who'd dare to confront him in regards of the country's crisis?

After I checked out every costumers, it seems that they were all busy fawning over him. I guess it's not happening and even if I want to, I must behave myself and do my job professionally.

The Song was looking at the menu then realization hit me. I suck in my throat as I saw that the other servers were busy taking care of other costumers.

Oh no, don't tell me...

As if to increase my anxiety, the Song beckon and I quickly looked down.

I know it's a pleasure to serve a Song, but damn, I feel so nervous to think that I'm actually the one to do that. What if I do something embarrassing in front of him? What if I stuttered and show him how awkward I was?

"Oh, it seems that our special guest is ready for his order." Said Ray with his usual lively voice.

I slowly looked at him, my face masked with helplessness, trying to give him a sign as I shook my head in a slow motion but he just gave me a smile.

"Now Medley, please take care of him."

As I made my way to him, I kept on whispering encouraging words to myself inwardly. I could feel the heavy stares of the people around me so I tried so hard not to look at anyone other than the table of the guest I will be serving.

As I reached his table, I took a deep breath and uttered those practiced words.

"May I have your order please?" I felt my face flushed in embarrassment as I realized how monotonous and unfriendly I sounded.

I stole a glance at Ray and saw him comically reminding me to smile.

"Oh, hi. So this is my order."

He said, his voice calm and gentle.

He moved the menu so I could properly see what he's pointing at, then he suddenly stopped.

I looked at him and suck at my breath as I found him already staring at me with those of his ocean blue eyes.

Having him this close, I realized that he's even more beautiful. He has a clear skin and his eyelashes was perfectly long. His wavy blonde hair falls below his eyebrow.

I don't know if he's really a prince or an angel. Seriously, there's actually someone so handsome like this who exists? His looks wasn't fair.

"I'm sorry, but may I have the pleasure to know your name?"

I was taken aback by his sudden question. I had never serve anyone who asks for my name before. It's the first, and he's a Song!

"Oh, erm...Medley." I'm aware of the people watching us so I kept my cool demeanor.

"My name's Medley."

"Medley? What a lovely name." He gave me that gentle smile of his before turning his eyes back to the menu.

What was that about? Damn Song, he surely knows how to flatter a lady's heart.

With my face flushing, I listed his order and as soon as we're done, I quickly went back and gave the piece of paper to Ray, who was laughing at me.

"What's so funny?" I said to him in annoyance but he just laughed even more.

My job went good so far that day. As I served him the food that he ordered, he thanked me and I could feel my face redden and Ray made fun of my blushing face as soon as I head back to the counter.

After the Song was done, he waved goodbye to us until he disappeared into the light as the door closed after him.

Ray made fun of me the whole shift. He told me how stiff I was and that I barely smile at all.

I also learned that having a Song as guest rarely happens, and that some of my coworkers actually wanted to bring up the current crisis but instead chose to be professional on their job.

That night, after I returned home I told mom about what happened at work and she was surprised, expectedly, about our special guest.

We both giggled as I reached the part where the Love Prince asked for my name and mom jokingly said that he might be my soul mate.

Though I never got the chance to know his name. Then I shall call him the Love Prince.

While in my bed, I can't stop thinking about the Song. Not about the pleasure of meeting him, but on why he just showed up like nothing serious was happening in our country.

What's the plan of leaders right now? What's happening inside the Sky Castle while Cradle suffers from constant crimes incidents?

Moreover, what really happened to the Keys?

Soon those thoughts and questions drown me to sleep. And the next thing I know, I was dreaming about my brother.

{I was 8 and Max was 11.

I was running with excitement as I chase after my brother.

"I will catch you, brother! And I will tickle you." I shouted at him.

I know my brother's weakness, he was very ticklish.

We were running around our backyard for half an hour now but I always lose to my brother.

We took this chance to play since father went out to work.

I suddenly tripped on my little feet and I hit the ground hard.

"Ley!" Shouted Max and ran towards me, his face worried.

He helped me sit and took a look on my feet.

"You hurt your knee. Come, lemme treat that wound." He helped me walked until we reached home.

He quickly grabbed the kit and treat my wound gently.

"I'm sorry," he muttered under his breath and I frowned.

"For what? It ain't your f-" I started but he cut me off.

"Should have let you win at least." He smirked and I lightly punched his arm.

He laughed and I just smiled at him as he treat me.

Fortunately, father wasn't here.

Father was very strict and he always scold us, especially Max.

Whenever he's with us in the house,we behave ourselves. Even so, he always find a way to scold and beat Max.

He always hurt him but Max never says or do anything. Mom can't do anything either since he will end up hurting her also if she interfere between him and brother.

Brother just always tells me, "I will stay here. I wanna protect you."

Though those words always confused me. What did he mean by saying he will stay here? Did father want him gone? Why would he? I never understand why he hate my brother this much.

"I want to stay with you, Ley."}

I woke up with the sound of my alarm and reached out to push the snooze button. Just 5 minutes more.

I shifted position and thought about my dream. It happen always that I dream about my brother, Max.

I glanced on my table across my bed and saw my picture together with mom and father when I was still 4 years old. Brother wasn't there.

I reached out and grabbed the other picture. It was me and brother when I was 6 years old. I remember that mom was the one who took this picture.

Tears started to well up on my eyes as I stared at my brother's picture. It was the only picture that I have on my brother.

My brother was always there for me ever since. He always protected me from anything especially from father.

He was always there for me, yet I didn't have any memories of him until I was 6 years old.

Why can't I remember my brother who's always been there for me?

At school, I told Diana about yesterday and she whined how lucky I was and that she wished she was there. Like me, Diana never met any members of Sky Castle before. She only saw them when there's an event in the Sky Castle, but she never got a chance to meet them close.

We laughed as I told her also about my awkwardness as I served the Love Prince.

On my way to work, as I was walking on the street I was greeted by three strange person wearing dark grey cloaked.

Their face was hidden in hood so I couldn't see any of their faces.

My heartbeat quickened and I looked around me, hoping someone could help me. To my disbelief, people seems to not notice us and suddenly the face of my mom flashed in my mind.

Mom.

"Good day, miss Medley." Greeted one of them, his voice belonged to a man.

My eyes widened as I heard them say my name. I clutched my bag as I tried to utter a word.

"W-Who are you? How did you know my name?"

The one in the middle reached out his hand in attempt to touch me and I took a sudden step backwards.

"Don't touch me or I'll scream." I said in a shaking voice and grabbed this chance to run away.

Who are those cloaked men? How do they me and what do they want?

I did not dare to look back. I was so afraid and confused with this sudden event.

Suddenly I bumped into someone and he held my arms to steady me.

"H-help me. Someone..."

"Someone who?"

I froze. That voice belonged to one of the cloaked men.

I opened my mouth to shout but his hand was already there before I could make a sound.

"Behave, miss Medley. We mean you no harm." The cloaked man who was holding me said in a stern voice.

"Yes, miss Medley. Forgive us with our sudden appearance but we're merely following the King's order." The other cloaked man said, his voice was calm.

At the mention of the King, I stopped fighting the man in front of me and he removed his hand from over my mouth.

I took a step backwards and looked them, my face covered in confusion.

"What do you mean by following the King's order?"

They looked at each other before turning at me. The one from behind stepped forward so I could have a good look at him.

"We are the Disciples of the Sky Castle, serving under King Orpheus. We were ordered to summon the girl name Medley Donahue as a Key to the Sky Castle."

My jaw dropped and asked them again as if I just gone deaf.

After they repeated the same information, I still couldn't fathom this unexpected event.

Me? Summon as a Key? Then that means the two Keys were already found but it's too late? And that's why they were summoning a replacement now? But why me?

I should be happy and excited right now, suddenly becoming the new Princess of my country was just so great. But no, in reality, it will just leave you confused and uncertain about all of this.

So all I did was just stare at the cloaked men while I try to gather my messed up thoughts in a puddle of confusion.