flame of love

Phil and Claire bonding ( The festival)

Another great event in the history of Vinca Vante is about to occur: the Festival of Growth. Everyone has been anticipating this festival. During this festival, a lot of things happen, like eating, drinking, dancing, and meeting sons and daughters of Vinca Vante who live in other towns.

It was a cool Saturday afternoon, and Mrs. Emily, Mickey, and Claire were at home. The door chimes rang, "Ding dong."

Alexa: "Mickey, somebody is at the door."

Mickey goes to get the door.

Mickey: "Good day, sir. You're welcome. Please, how can I be of help to you?"

Royal Family Secretary: "Good day. My name is James. I am the secretary to the office of the royal family. I am here to see Mrs. Emily."

Mickey: "Oh, wow, you are welcome, sir. Please come in." Mickey was such a calm and polite young man. Even though his mum is filthy rich, she still taught him to be well-mannered. "Please have a seat while I call my mum."

Secretary: "Alright, thank you."

As Mickey climbed the staircase, he called on his mum. "Mum, you've got someone looking for you."

Mrs. Emily: "Alright, dear, I'm coming. I knew he was coming. Please tell him to give me a minute. I will be there in no time."

"Alright," Mickey replied.

Mrs. Emily: "Good day, sir. You're welcome to my humble abode."

Secretary: "It's my pleasure, ma'am, and for the record, this isn't a humble abode." They both laughed.

Mrs. Emily: "Please, what do I offer you?" she asked with curiosity.

Secretary: "A cup of water will be fine," the secretary replied.

Secretary: "First of all, I bring greetings from the royal family. They appreciate your effort in this town. My main aim of visiting you today is to honorably invite you to the upcoming Festival of Growth. You have been chosen as one of the guests of honor," he said as he handed over the invitation box to her.

Mrs. Emily: "Oh, wow, thank you very much. I am so honored. I sincerely appreciate the invite, and I would also love you to extend my regards to the royal family. I will be there, as God wills."

Mrs.Emily: Thank you very much for coming I really appreciate.

Secretary: It's fine ma I beg to take my leave now.

Immediately the secretary left the room claire came in to get something.

Mrs. Emily: Claire, how are you doing?

Claire: I am fine, just a bit stressed.

Mrs. Emily: I'm so sorry to hear that. Now that you're a worker, it isn't going to be like before. I just got an invitation to the Festival of Life, which is held every year, and I would love for you to come with me. You will get to meet many new people.

Claire: When is the date, Aunty?

Mrs. Emily: Next week Saturday is the festival.

Claire: Alright then, I will be free on Saturday, so I am good to go.

Mrs. Emily: I hope you find a soulmate at this festival.

Claire:Aunty, so this is why you want me to go? I thought as much. *Claire replied with laughter.*

FESTIVAL OF LIFE.

The Saturday that most people of Vinca Vante had eagerly anticipated had finally arrived. The hall was adorned with cultural attire and artifacts, looking so delightful that one could hardly take their eyes off it. There was music of all kinds, food of all varieties, and a diverse crowd was present. All the special guests of honor were seated, and a cultural dance performance was in progress. Phil was also seated in his majestic seat. The dance performance was going exceptionally well, and the audience was cheering for the dancers. It was an awesome moment filled with joy and happiness.

As the dance continued, Claire stepped out of the hall to take a call, unaware that Phil had also stepped out to receive a call. As they both tried to return, they bumped into each other, and Claire almost fell, but before she knew it, she was in Phil's arms. He had caught her before she could fall. As he held her, their eyes met, filled with love for each other.

Phil: "Hey, I think I've seen you somewhere before."

Claire: "I guess so. If you don't mind, I'd like to go back inside."

Phil: "Please, wait a moment. I would love to speak with you."

Relating with new people, especially guys, had always been difficult for Claire, but she couldn't resist the prince.

Claire: "Okay, but please be quick. I need to go back inside."

Phil: "Can we take a stroll?"

Claire: "Sure, we can."

Phil: Please, can I know your name?

Claire: No, lol, I was just kidding. I am Claire, and you?

Phil: My name is Phil, the prince of Vinca Vante.

Claire: Oooo, wonderful! So I’m out here with the prince? I hope they don't come and arrest me for taking the prince.

Phil: You're funny. You didn't know me before, did you?

Claire: Not really. I came into this city not too long ago.

Phil: Interesting. I have seen you like twice if I'm not mistaken, and every time I tried to talk to you, the places haven't been comfortable to talk. I’m sorry, I didn't mean to bore you with questions. Who did you come with?

Claire: I came with my aunt, Mrs. Emily.

Phil: You must come from a very wealthy family. I know your aunt.

Claire: Does that really matter? Like, the wealthy family stuff, does it count?

Phil: I don't mean it in a wrong way. I don't discriminate because of financial status. That's not my way. I treat and love everyone as one.

Claire: That's great.

As she said that, their eyes clung for five seconds. It was obvious to both of them that love was in the air, but they were both afraid of rushing things.

Claire: Don't you think we have been outside for a long time?

Phil: That's true, we should go inside now. But before that, I would love to talk to you again. Let's exchange contact so we can talk better.

Claire: Sure, that's cool.

They both exchanged contact information and went into the hall as though nothing had happened. As they were going, Claire thought to herself, "I don't know how I feel, but for a long time, I feel good talking to a guy. Is this my prince charming?"

Phil also in his thoughts: "Talking to her alone makes me feel good. I can't leave her. This must be my princess charming."

They both went in, continued the festival, and at exactly 5 PM, the festival came to an end. All the guests were taking their leave. Mrs. Emily and Claire also came out to meet the driver. But as they were coming down the staircase, the prince was also coming down, and they bumped into each other again with the love look on their faces. Mrs. Emily smiled.

Phil: Thanks for coming, Mrs. Emily. Thank you for coming, Claire. Have a nice day.

As he thanked them, he shook hands with them, but when it came to Claire's turn, it was different. It seemed as though he should not leave her hand, but he did, eventually.

Immediately, they entered the car, and Mrs. Emily echoed, "You finally found a soulmate."

Claire: Aunty, it’s not what you think. I just met him today.

Mrs. Emily: Do you know who he is? He is the prince of Vinca Vante.

Claire: I know that, Aunty, but that doesn't count for me. I won't go for him because he is a prince; I will only go for him if I love him.

Mrs. Emily: Come here, you smart girl. That’s the right thing to do, my dear.

Claire: Thank you, my best aunty.

They both laughed and hugged each other.