The Lost Warrior Princess

Preparations

SONYA'S POV

After what felt like hours of me sitting in the chair having them poking and prodding me with different products and tools, they finally deemed my hair and makeup done. I turned towards the mirror on the bathroom wall and the person looking back at me was stunning, my eyes were given a soft smoky eye and black winged liner as Alice had told me as she had been doing it. My lips were coloured with a tinted gloss, they had made me look flawless and elegant without making me look like I had dumped my face in a bag of powder. My hair was in a simple curled up-do, some strands hanging to soften the look. I didn’t feel like myself, I surely didn't look like myself, I looked better.

“Alright, what do you think?” My Princess asked, during the ‘make-over’ as they called it, I had learned that Princess Isabella had grown up thinking her name was Luna.

It fitted, her parents had called her their little moon-light when they had first heard they were having a little girl. When I had told her that, she got a little teary eyed. I was glad that Talbet had given her a name that had ties to her biological parents.

“I love it, I look pretty.” I said as I gently touched one of the curls framing my face.

“You don’t look pretty, you look hot! Hunter isn’t going to know what hit him.” Alice said. Alice I found had less of a verbal filter than most. She seemed to just spout off the first thing that came to her mind even if it was inappropriate. It had made me blush at first but over the time I spent with them doing my hair and makeup I was slowly becoming less prudish. “Now lets go and have a look at the dress choices you have to show off that bangin’ body of yours!”

I gave a small smile with a blush, I hadn’t ever thought of myself as good looking or appealing to the opposite gender. I had always preferred the more modest clothing choices. We headed out of the bathroom and the girls took me into the bedroom where three clothing bags were laid out on the bed. We each went to a bag and and opened it. The bag I had, held a simple red dress with thin straps and what looked to be a rip up the side.

“This dress is damaged, there is a rip almost all the way up.” I said as I looked at the two girls standing next to me. “ I cant wear this one.” I was a little worried that the other two dresses would be damaged as well and that I wouldn't have anything suitable to wear for my first ever date.

“Sonya, that’s a slit, it’s to show a little leg. Have you never seen a dress like this before?” Princess Isabella or Captain Luna as she preferred for now said as she looked between me and the dress.

“Well, um, no I haven’t. Do you mean to tell me that the dress is meant to be like this?” I felt a little stupid, I had been in isolation in that dark damp cell for so many years I had missed out on so much.

“That’s alright, how about you come and look at the other two dresses and see if you like one of them. We don't want you to feel uncomfortable.” She said as she wrapped an arm around my shoulders and moved me to the next dress bag on the bed. This one held a deep green dress that looked like it was made of velvet, it was stunning. It was an off the shoulder dress that looked like it would hug my body like a second skin. I liked it but I wanted to see what the last dress looked like before I picked one.

We moved to the last bag on the bed and a simple black dress with off the shoulder straps lay inside. It had a crisscross pattern on the top and looked to hug the body and then flare out just below where my backside would be. I liked it, I was torn between the green and black dresses.

The girls seemed to realise this and suggested that I try them on and see how I feel in them. I quickly stripped down to my underwear and they helped me into the green dress, I had to remove my bra once I had it on so my straps wouldn’t be showing. It was nice but I just wasn’t in love with how I looked in it.

The girls helped me out of the dress and into the black dress, now that was a different story, I felt stunning in the black dress, it made my breasts and backside look fantastic but still made me feel like I was fully covered.

“That’s the one, the grin on her face says it all.” Alice said to Luna as we all looked at my reflection in the mirror the girls had asked someone to bring up for us. “Damn if I wasn’t one hundred percent into guys I would totally go for you. You look smokin’ hot.”

“You look stunning Sonya, how do you feel?” Luna asked me.

“I feel like a princess, well, I guess more than feel like one with my father being some kind of a royal.” I said smiling at my reflection.

“What? You're a royal? Then why were you a servant to my family? That’s it, you are officially fired, your days as a servant are over.” Luna said.

“Well, I only found out when Anya came to check me over and she asked who my parents were because it was odd that I had two different coloured hair naturally. When she checked my soul she found fae magic along with vampire magic and when she dug a little deeper she found that it was royal fae but couldn’t tell me who exactly. My mother never spoke about him so I never knew. I just grew up thinking I was a vampire and that was it but it explains my slightly pointed ears as well.” I explained. “I didn’t mind being a midwife or servant to the royal family, they treated everyone really well and they even payed for me to go to school to become a midwife. They were very caring people and made sure that everyone knew they could depend on them.”

“Even still, I will not let you be a servant anymore. I don’t like the idea of my friends being treated as anything less than equals.” She said in a serious tone.

“Okay, but can I ask that you do something for me? Seeing as you wont let me serve you.” I asked already knowing what I wanted to asked. She nodded looking at me like I might be about to asked for her first born child or something. “Can you teach me to fight?” I blurted out getting a shocked look from both of them before their faces turned to huge grins.

“Of course we can teach you to fight, every girl should know how to protect herself in a dangerous situation. When were you thinking of starting?” She replied.

“Well, I was hoping as soon as possible. I want to prove that I’m a worthy mate.” I said to them.

“Sonya, you don't need to prove to anyone how strong you are, especially not Hunter.” She said as she got up to grab some strapped silver shoes for me to put on. “But in saying that, if it makes you more confident in yourself, we will help you. Just be prepared that Hunter may not be ok with it.” I already knew that he would probably have an issue with me training but I needed to do this, if there was a war coming I needed to be prepared just like everyone else. Even if she wouldn't let me serve her, I would still do my best to protect her.

“Thank you.” I said as I carefully lifted my dress to put on the shoes.

“For what?” She asked as she helped me do my shoes up.

“For everything, for helping me look like this, for being willing to help me get stronger. Gods even for helping me get out of that cell. I wouldn't be here if it weren’t for you.”

“You’re right, you wouldn't have been. If you hadn’t been coming to find Talbet and I, you wouldn't have been locked up for so many years. I will make it up to you though, even if that means training you to be a boss ass b***h like us. After all this is over, we will help you find your father, if he is still alive.” She would really do that? Help me find my father so I could find out why he left us, why he never came back. “Now, enough of that sad s**t. Let’s go and see what your mate has been doing to prepare for your date.” With that they helped me up and we headed down the hall to the room Hunter and I are to share.

I was nervous but my excitement trumped that. I was excited for what my future holds and the life I was now going to live. I had spent years thinking I would die in that cell and now I was having the opportunities to live a free and happy life with the one meant for me. I was going to prove I was worthy of him, that he would never regret being with me. I would be his strength when he needs it the most. I will be there to help pick him up when he needs the support. He was my world, my saviour, my Prince Charming. My one and only love.

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HUNTER'S POV

My mind had been all over the place as we had gotten everything set up, I couldn’t think straight after Anya had informed me that my little goddess had soul damage and that it was from her time in isolation thinking she was going to remain there for eternity. When I had asked if there was anything I could do to help her heal faster so she wasn't suffering, she had said that completing the mating and marking would give us a stronger bond and make her stronger in turn as well. I wasn't comfortable with that, I didn't want to rush her into anything, I didn't want her to resent me after for rushing her before we really had a chance to know each other. I wanted to shower her in love and prove to her I was worthy of her.

I hadn’t even registered that while I was off deep in my thoughts that we were finished decorating and setting up the room. I wasn't sure how she would feel being out in the open after being locked in a small cell for so long so I wanted to take things slow with her, slowly take her into larger areas so that she wouldn't become overwhelmed.

Her comfort was my main priority as of this moment. My want to worship her body was far back in my mind. I wanted her happy and healthy before anything like that happened.

“Hunter, it's time for you to get presentable for your mate.” Prince Nicolas said to me.

“Thank you my Prince.” I said bowing to him, only getting a chuckle in return.

“How many times do I need to tell you old friend, you do not need to address me so formally when we are in private. If it were up to me you would never call me Prince but we need to keep up appearances when in formal settings.” He replied.

I knew he hated it when people called him Prince but if the King ever heard any of the staff or guards call him by his name they were punished for not respecting their rulers.

Everyone but Prince Nicolas and Alpha Gareth left the room, Anya had left some time ago to go check on the big ape Riley. If it weren’t for the fact that my future Queen believed that something was amiss with him, I would have gladly ended his life.

Alpha Gareth and Prince Nicolas helped me pick out a suit and that I looked my absolute best. I had just finished straightening my collar when there was a knock at the door, I saw my Prince and the Alpha take deep breaths, the scent of my love hit my sense as the door cracked open and a head pocked in.

“You boys ready to see our work of art?” Miss Alice said with a huge grin. I took a deep breath before she opened the door wider for my stunning mate to enter. My heart stopped in my chest as I took in her glorious figure, her gown was emphasising her every curve and I had to remind myself that I was a gentleman and I would not take her here and now in front of everyone. I would save that for later if she so desired it, I thought as I licked my lips.

“You look stunning mia dea, a true image of beauty.” I said as I walked over to take her hand and place a soft kiss on the back of it. Her face flushed from my compliment, I was in awe of her.

“Thank you, you’re looking very dashing yourself.” Causing a huge grin to grace my features, she thought I looked good. It made my confidence saw to new heights.

“Alright, well we will be taking these two and leaving you to your date. Don’t forget about tomorrow morning Sonya, you wanted to start as soon as possible so that means first thing tomorrow morning.” My future Queen said as she took the hand of her mate and went to leave the room.

“Yeah so don’t work her too hard Hunter. She has to be able to walk tomorrow!” Miss Alice said as she dragged a very embarrassed Alpha behind her giving me a mumbled ‘sorry’ as he left and shut the door behind him.

“What have you gone and gotten yourself into with those two?” I asked with a quirked brow as I looked down at my mate.

“Oh, um. . . I kind of asked them if they would teach me to fight.” She said as she looked down at her hand that was still in mine. I didn’t like the idea of her having to fight, not one bit.

“I don’t think you need to learn to fight, I can protect you myself. I would never let anything harm you.” I reassured her.

“It’s not because I don't thing you could protect me, it's so I can protect myself. I don't ever want to go back to being locked away. I would rather die fighting, I don’t ever want to feel the way I did while I was in that disgusting cell.” I could see the turmoil in her eyes as she poured out her desire to learn to defend herself. It made me realise that if this was something that helped her heal I would be there by her side every step of the way.

“Alright, but on one condition. I am there with you, to make sure you don’t get hurt.” I said as I pulled her closer to me as I placed my hand on her cheek, accidentally grazing the top of her ear. Her body shivered in response, causing her sweet smelling arousal to make its way to my nose. Gods she smelled amazing, like nothing I have ever experienced before.

“What was that?” She asked breathlessly, even her breathy voice was making it harder and harder for me to control myself. “I haven’t ever had that reaction to someone touching my ears.” I moved my hand away and had a look at her ears, I don't know how I hadn’t noticed it before but her ears had a small point at the top. Like a smaller version of a fae's ears. She must have notice my confusion because she quickly started explaining that she was part fae, that her father was a fae royal. As she explained I realised why her ears were so sensitive to my touch.

“Fae have sensitive ears, it’s a sort of s****l zone for them. While making love they like to, um, stimulate their partner by caressing their ears or other things. In my younger years, I encountered a fae warrior who was travelling back to his home, I helped him arrive safely and he told me all about his people. He always said that unless we were mated to a fae it was seen as indecent behaviour to ever touch their ears without their express permission.” I explained.

"oh, so um. . . if I said I don't mind you doing that again sometime, you would be okay with that?” She asked with a blush. I could only smile as I gently tucked some hair behind her ear, being careful not to touch the tips of my ears too much

"Maybe after we have a chance to get to know each other better. I don't want you to feel pressured into anything. There is something I do wish to talk to you about over dinner though, if that's alright with you mia dea?” I asked as I led her towards the new balcony Anya had used her magic to create. As we walked out the door my stunning mate’s eyes widened at the sight.

“Oh Hunter, this is stunning. How did you. . .” She trailed off as her eyes landed on the small table set up with two dishes with covers on them and a bottle of red wine. Anya had done a wonderful job helping me, everyone had. I led Sonya over to the table and pulled out her chair for her, then moved to pour her a glass of wine with a small amount of blood mixed in. Even though we could eat normal foods, we found it easier to digest if we had blood with it. I needed to make sure she was well fed and healthy.

“What was it you wanted to talk about?” She asked me as she eyed me while I removed the dish covers to reveal a perfectly cooked medium rare steak with roasted carrots, potatoes and some steamed and lightly salted beans.

“Well, I spoke to Anya about how your check up went.” I began as I sat in my seat signalling for her to eat while I talked. “She informed me of your soul damage, she also told me how I can help speed up your healing.” I stated as I cut a piece of my steak and popped it in my mouth. The pack house chef’s had done a marvellous job, I would have to remember to thank them.

“Oh, what did she say?” My little mate asked as she fiddled with her fingers. I wasn’t sure what I had said that would have upset her.

“Sonya, look at me.” I said in a soft voice, slowly she looked up at me and I gave her a gentle smile.

“Is this where you tell me you don't want me? Because I’m damaged?” She asked in a small voice. Gods this wasn't how I wanted tonight to go. I wanted to wow her with a grand romantic gesture.

“Sonya, I would never not want you. You are my heart, my goddess.” I said as I got up from my seat and came around to kneel before her. “Anya said that completing the mate bond and linking our souls together would help make you stronger and heal. I had wanted to ask you this question after we had had our meal but I feel that I need to ask you now.”

I gentle took both her hands in mine, “Sonya, I have waited many years of my life waiting for my other half and I cannot express the amount of happiness it brings me to finally have you. Sonya, you are the light shining in my darkness, for too long I have been walking alone searching for my little piece of happiness. So I have something to ask you. . .” I removed my hands from hers to reach into my pocked to retrieve the small item I was looking for. Pulling it out and holding it in front of her, I spoke the words I would forever hold dear to my heart.

“Will you do me the great honour of being my mate and wife?”