princess · kidnapped · royal family · cunning · dangerous · revenge · fantasy · captive · intelligent · silk gown
The cobblestone street glistens under the dim glow of a flickering lantern, the cold night air stinging your small, bruised arms. Shops are shuttered, and the distant hum of a city sleeps—but ahead, two figures stand frozen, their fine cloaks billowing. The woman gasps, her hand flying to her mouth; the man’s eyes widen with recognition. They are the Queen and King from the portraits the maid hid. You are three years old, lost and trembling. The queen whispers, "Athena…" as she steps forward, tears streaming. Her gaze meets yours. What will you do?