MATED TO THE DEVIL

episode 1

"Lauren dear!"Anastasia called "Anna? is that you?" Lauren asked "yes where are you ?" Anastasia replied "I'm in the bathroom, I'll be out in a second"Lauren said her voice echoing "okay I'll wait for you here"Anastasia said,settling on Lauren's bed and silence followed . a few minutes later Lauren came out of the bathroom , her wet hair sticking to her face dangerously , has silky white skin glittering after her usual milk bath, she put on a green colored royal robe covering and nakedness,"so, to what do I owe this visit?" Lauren asked with a smile"well, your mother asked me to come dress you up for today" Anastasia replied returning the same vibe "I have sword practices today, did mother forget?" Lauren asked with raised brow, "no, she didn't and that's why she assigned me to you" Anastasia

smiled and Lauren shrugged it off."c'mon let's get you ready.

few minutes later...

Lauren sat in front of the mirror, her hair packed in a single ponytail, dressing a tight leather trouser and a white baggy shirt with no makeup on, she picked her sword from the table staring at it intently,"why do you cherish that sword so much? "Anastasia broke the short silence "it was my father's, it's the only thing that reminds me of home "Lauren answered without looking at Anastasia "but as far as I remember you didn't bring anything along when you arrived here "I went for it, it ... " Lauren hadn't finished talking when Queen Miriam, her aunt who she addresses as mother enter the room mother! " Lauren called standing from the stool which was sitting on "my princess "Queen Miriam answered as Lauren walked over to her , engulfing her in a comforting hug "how is my princess doing today? " Queen Miriam asked , " I'm good mother and you? " I'm very well dear"Queen Miriam answered "you are just like your mother, beautiful " Miriam smiled "I love you mother , you are the best" Lauren smiled as a drop of tear left her eyes "no there you don't have to shed a tear, come on cheer up and I love you too, you'll be late for practice get going "Queen Miriam said and caressed Lauren's cheek before walking out "you know?, you are really lucky my lady "Anastasia who had her head bowed the whole time finally spoke up "yeah "Lauren mumbled,"come on let's go "Anastasia said and Lauren let the way out of the room.

practice ground...

Lauren stood her ground as she swung her sword gracefully and smoothly at her trainer "that's good princess you are getting better "Chancellor praised ,"I learned from the best "Lauren replied still swinging her sword as he fought back, Lawrence through her sword up, throwing herself up before kicking it furiously towards Chancellor which past his arm smoothly living a slight Court on his arm "bingo "Lauren muttered and a smirk covered her lips "well done my lady you did very well"Chancellor smiled as maid handed them a towel to clean up their sweat,"thanks "Lauren smiled but tall around when she heard someone clap behind her "my lord "Chancellor immediately bowed his head in respect "father ? "Lauren called with a smile "that was very impressive princess "King tyran commanded "thank you father "Lawrence said "you make a fine warrior "King tyran said with a smile on his face "I'll be honored father "Lawrence smiled you should freshen up and get ready "King tyran said partly Lawrence on her back before walking of " your father does sure have a lot of Hope in you "Chancellor said behind her "hmm, I'll get going, I need to freshen up "Lauren said awkwardly before rushing off and just like that Chancellor fixed his gaze on her till she was out of sight,"at this rate your eyes will drill holes on her body, and I also know you let her win intentionally "Austin said behind him and immediately Chancellor turned to face him "I don't know that which you speak of "Chancellor smiled slyly and Austin chuckled , I said the way you were looking at her, you like her, don't you? "Austin asked with a grin on his face, making Chancellor let out a slight smile but Austin could tell that it was fake,"like I said before I do not know what you're talking about "Chancellor said picking his words carefully with an angry expression playing on his face, making Austin chuckle ,"you'll get trapped in your own pit one day, trust me "Austin said cruelly walking away and chancellor scoffed , putting the sword back in place.

Lauren Chamber's...

"my lady you are back so early"Anastasia said "cut out the whole formality thing, I have told you so many times just call me Lauren "Lauren said "sorry my lad... sorry Lauren "Anastasia corrected "okay, okay? "Lauren smiled "you are my best friend be free around me, you are allowed in here anytime you like, the bed is yours, the bathroom, the ward... " "my lady! "Anastasia interrupted "Lauren "Lauren corrected "sorry Lauren, I can't do that, the Queen will literally kill me and my head hung on the gate of the palace "and Anastasia said almost as if shouting "no she won't , I know my mother she'll let you because she loves me "Lauren smiled before taking Anastasia's hand into her's "don't be scared "Lauren whispered before smiling fondly and Anastasia returned it,"that reminds me, my brother's homecoming ceremony will be held tomorrow and I need you to get me ready "Lauren said "really?, your brother is returning tomorrow? Anastasia asked obviously shocked by the information given to her,"yeah, I thought you knew? "Lauren asked with raised brow, "no, want told me, well it doesn't really matter because I know now, I'll be here early tomorrow morning "Anastasia smiles,"okay, let's talk about something else, I'm bored "Lauren said grabbing Anastasia's hand pulling her towards the bed, Lauren? you need to freshen up, you just had an energetic practice session "Anastasia said "don't bother yourself about that i'll

freshen up later "Lauren said "no! go now, up up up! "Anastasia protested "you're acting like my mother "Lauren pouted cutely "go now!"Anastasia ordered I'm still the princess ,you know?"Lauren said putting on a fake frown "hmm, that's not going to work on me, now stand up and get into the bathroom right now "Anastasia ordered "yes my lady "Lauren saluted in a funny manner making Anastasia to chuckle slightly "I'll be out soon wait for me here "Lauren said before going into the bathroom.