Secrets of Royal Desire.

Chapter 4 : Uncontrolled feelings.

All the maids were against Elisa's promotion and her new role in serving the royal family. They wondered how a newly employed maid can be given such a prestigious role so fast. They wanted to find out the really motive behind it.

"Could it be possible that Prince Hemed arranged this for her, or did she truly earn this role through her own efforts?" Margie asked, as the other maid Rosie cautioned her to stop meddling in other people's business. "I wonder what's wrong with you Rosie, always lagging behind and not seeing what's happening right in front of you. Haven't you realised the way he looks at her?" Margie continued to complain but Rosie ignored her queries and went about her daily activities.

She was becoming a thorn in the flesh, when Rosie got fed up with her and immediately decided to go to the kitchen and keep herself busy. She never wanted to continue that conversation again. All she wanted, was peace of mind because she was already tired with her constant gossip that might land them into trouble.

Just as Elisa’s life seemed to be unfolding in the most promising ways, fate once again intervened. Prince Hemed who had given her the opportunity to serve in the palace, started showing advances towards her without fear.

The Queen complicated matters further, when she sensed the blossoming connection between Elisa and Prince Hemed. She too, recognized the depth of Elisa’s character and the potential consequences of succumbing to forbidden love.

With genuine concern for Elisa’s well-being, the Queen had warned her of the serious dangers that awaited her, should she choose to pursue her feelings for the Prince.The Queen's stern warning was not meant for Elisa alone but to cut across.

However, amidst the beauty and allure of her new surroundings, the weighty rule of the Queen lingered in her thoughts whenever she saw the Prince—a rule that filled her with both fear and caution. The Queen had made it very clear to all the maids, including Elisa, that they were to keep their distance from her sons.

The warning was stern and chilling, as the Queen had said, “Don’t ever make a mistake of coming closer to my sons. The moment you do that, I will kill you.” Those haunting words repeated themselves in Elisa’s mind, creating a sense of dread that mingled with her growing feelings for the prince.

Every time the prince walked by, Elisa felt her heart skip a beat. There was something about his presence that drew her in, igniting a spark of longing within her. She admired him from a distance, captivated by his charm, his laughter, his deep blue eyes and the way he carried himself with grace. Yet, she was also painfully aware of the boundaries that the Queen had set. The idea of getting too close to the prince filled her with both excitement and fear.

As Elisa entered her room to rest a little bit before dinner, Prince Hemed sneaked in without her knowledge. Suddenly her heart skipped a beat as the Prince's hands roamed her body, his insistent advances pushing her against the wall. Trembling with fear and a sense of forbidden desire, she found the strength to protest.

“No! No Prince Hemed, we can’t do this,” she whispered, her voice filled with both anger and uneasiness.

Prince Hemed was confused by her resistance as he continued to caress her, his actions fueled by a passion he couldn’t control. He ignored her pleas and persistently pressed on, causing Elisa’s world to crumble around her.

“But why?” he asked, his voice filled with confusion and frustration. “I want you, Elisa. Don’t you want me too?”

Elisa took a deep breath, her voice filled with emotion. “No, I don't want anything to do with you Prince Hemed and I do not have intentions of getting involved in a relationship that I can't manage. You very well know that it’s forbidden,” she replied, her words laced with both sorrow and determination. “I am just a maid in this palace and you are the prince, we cannot be together Prince Hemed and you know it." She said hurriedly trying to pull her arm away from his grip. She yearned for his love but at the same time, she wanted to achieve her dream which made her keep her distance.

Desperation filled Prince Hemed’s eyes when he realized the truth in her words. He reluctantly released his grip on her and the weight of the situation sunk in. He stood there aimlessly staring at her without saying a word. Feeling uncomfortable, Elisa decided to plead with him. "Prince Hemed please, get out of my room right now before I scream!" She shouted at him angrily.

Elisa was firm in her principles and was determined to preserve her purity, so she resolved to remain steadfast and shine in her daily duties as a maid. She vowed to be an example of excellence and grace, earning the respect and admiration of all who crossed her path.

As she closed the door forcefully, the sound of the slamming door echoed through the palace, drawing the attention of all those present. Among them was Margie, the jealous maid who had always harbored feelings for the Prince. Seeing him fall to the ground after being pushed away by Elisa, a smile crept onto her face as she made her way towards him.

She approached the fallen prince with concern in her voice. “Oh my god, what on earth happened to you sir? Can I help?” she asked, pretending to worry about him. Margie had always desired the prince for herself, but her advances had been met with rejection and arrogance.

Prince Hemed, with his pride wounded, refused Margie’s outstretched hand. He had always seen her as the ugliest person in the palace, and their interactions had turned their once budding friendship into a bitter rivalry. Despite his need for support, he couldn’t bring himself to accept help from someone he despised.

Meanwhile, Margie seized the opportunity to approach Elisa’s room, hoping to find her in distress. As she entered, she saw her crying, and her heart leapt with joy. Assuming that something had transpired between Elisa and the prince, Margie couldn’t contain her satisfaction. This was her chance to manipulate the situation and finally have her thrown out of the palace for good.