Keeping her safe

Meeting the Queen

Chapter 11

Liam's POV

I was shocked and I was giving her a look of disapproval.

She was looking at me funny. "Why are you making that face?

I started walking, urging her to follow me. She followed after a moment's hesitation.

"You can't just order to see the queen. I will take you to a room where you will have to wait to be seen. You shouldn't have to wait too long, she is very eager to meet you."

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Rachel's POV

I have been waiting in this room for about thirty minutes. There was even members of the royal palace who came in to take my measurements since I came here with no clothes. I even left my old clothes in the secret hiding place. Thought it would look funny if I carried it around.

One of them gave me a disapproving look. I can only imagine that she was the girl who gave that jerk the clothes I am wearing. Smiling to myself and feeling a bit flushed about what things she must have running through her mind.

I was lost in thought when a different girl entered. "The queen would like to see you in thirty minutes where you will be meeting her for an afternoon tea. Please do not be late."

She left without another word.

Great and how on earth should I find the place where the tea is to be served.

After five minutes Mr Wallaby entered the room. "Are you ready to meet the queen?"

I am finally happy to see a friendly face. "What if I tell you I wasn't?

He looked unsure at how to respond. "Well it is a bit late for that now isn't it?"

I got up, shrugged and followed him down the hall.

The palace is amazing and very big with a lot of art that should be in museums. They look priceless.

We finally went into a room with antique furniture. the chairs around the tea table had floral material all over it. Just what I imagined it would look like.

There were three different pots of teas served with scones and small tarts. They look delicious. My mouth was watering and I haven't eaten since yesterday.

At the centre of the room in a chair with a view to the most beautiful part of the garden sat a very poised lady who must be the queen. I recognise her from pictures on the media.

She gestured for me to sit down. the girl from earlier who announced to meet the queen here was in front of me. "Would you like some tea?"

I looked at her. "Yes please."

She poured tea for me and the queen and left. The queen was quiet and took a sip of her tea.

She looked at me, "I am Queen Victoria the III, but I am sure you already know this. You must be Rachel, my Grand Daughter."