THE SHADOW PRINCE

THE BEGINNING

The kingdom of greenvalley, shone in its glorious days before tragedy struck like a plague, sucking the land dry and ripping it off its root.

King Luka and Queen Sarah looked stunning on their beautiful Royal robe. It's their son's 18th birthday and they prepared a massive feast for their one and only son, who was the next heir to the throne. Dukes, Dutches, kings, Queens and other great personalities around the city, were invited to join the Young lad and their future Aly celebrate.

The party kicked off, and the merriment began. Food and drinks were served and beautiful music filled the air. The young prince was excited and overwhelmed to have such a great feast in his honour.

The feast was coming to an end but out of nowhere, a lady in a dress of Ruby emerged. Remember me? She asked, turning to Queen Sarah who was surprised to see her long lost sister. Gina, is that really you? Queen Sarah asked in a confused tone. Yes, it is I little sis. Did you miss me? Gina asked in a mocking evil tone. Oh.. you thought I was dead and gone, isn't it? Gina said laughing annoyingly.

Gina, King Luka called. Where have you been? We've searched everywhere for you but it seems you disappeared into thin air, Luka added. You may be right about that Luka darling, Gina said walking closely towards him. I can see you actually kept your words on marrying my sister, Gina said looking at Sarah who was staring at her confused.I wonder what you saw in this slug that's so precious than I, she added

My mom is not a slug, Micheal said angrily.  Watch your mouth, you little thing, Gina said turning to Micheal.  Weren't you taught not to speak when grown ups do? Gina added. Micheal felt really insulted and hurt with the way Gina talked to his mom and himself. 

Before we bring this party to an end, Gina said in a loud tone, I've come to posses what's mine.  You must be crazy Gina, King Luka said laughing. Why not join us celebrate? he added.  I'll have my own party after I claim what's mine, Gina said.  And what's yours? Sarah asked angrily, as she could not hold down her anger any longer. You've not changed a bit from the last time we met, Sarah added. 

Oh no little princess, I have changed a lot, Gina said. The only thing is that, I changed from being weak, to something strong, she added.  Enough of this nonsense, King Luka yelled. It's my son's birthday celebration and you won't ruin it he said, giving signal to the guards to pull Gina out of the hall.

I'd love to let them try Gina said.  The guards screamed and tried to let go of Gina who had casted a burning spell on them.  Luka looked suprised and shocked at the horrific sight. What do you want? Luka asked afraid Gina would do something bad to his family with her new found powers. 

You ruined your chance for negotiation Luka, Gina said. Now I'll have to take it by force, she added.  First, you'd have to go Sarah dear,, you've stolen enough from me already she added.  Chanting a spell and lifting her hands towards Sarah, Micheal ran towards his mom and got hit by the spell and he immediately disappeared. Seeing this horrible deed done by Gina, king Luka immediately got an heart attack and slumped. He died on the spot. Sarah cried uncontrollably as she had just lost her husband and her son in just one day.

Well we'll, I guess someone decided to pay for your sins little sis, Gina said. You won't go unpunished though, Guards take her to the dungeon, I'm your queen and ruler now, Gina said.  Does anyone object to that? Gina asked looking around for an answer from the guests and servants, but got none.

What a shame Luka, we could have ruled together, but you chose to be a coward and ran away, Gina said laughing devilishly while looking at the late king on the floor. Guards, take his body out and bury him, Gina ordered.

Taking the crown and placing it on her head while sitting on the throne, she said " long live the Queen", and everyone in the hall responded loudly to avoid being a victim of circumstance.  Now dismiss, Gina ordered.  Before a twinkle of an eye, the hall was empty and Gina laughed to her evil satisfaction.