My eyes fluttered open at the sound of Sarafina's soft voice. "Princess". She said softly. I brushed my hair from my face and pulled myself up to a sitting position, looking around I realized that it was dark outside,the only source of light being a small crystal which glowed brightly. "Sarafina". I said sleepily. "You're up early". "Sorry to wake you princess, but we have to ready you for your departure at dawn". She said. Oh that. I'd almost forgotten, I dragged in a deep breath and nodded. "Thanks". I said. She smiled and walked away, the closet doors creaked quietly as she opened it to probably prepare my outfit for the day, I hoped deeply that she wouldn't bring out a dress. "Um Sarafina". I said when I could no longer sit and hope. "Yes princess?". She said as she spun ar

