Crown of thorns
In a realm fractured into sixteen kingdoms, Princess Rama finds herself thrust into a realm of dark enchantment and extraordinary abilities following the tragic demise of her parents. As she grapples with the weight of her impending throne, Rama embarks on an unexpected path of self-discovery, seeking guidance from the bow and arrow. Intriguingly, Rama's uncle employs a mysterious and captivating instructor named Ivana, who harbors a secret lineage of ancient witches. Gifted with potent powers, Ivana becomes more than a mentor to Rama; their connection deepens into a profound and forbidden love that resonates with the intensity of a thousand stars. Yet, their enchanting union remains concealed, concealed from prying eyes and treacherous forces eager to exploit their vulnerability. Within the realm of the sixteen kingdoms, supernatural forces awaken, as whispers of witches' covens and extraordinary abilities echo throughout the land. Each kingdom possesses its own mystical prowess, be it controlling the elements, communing with nature, or delving into forbidden realms of sorcery. As Rama and Ivana navigate the labyrinthine politics of their world, their love becomes a beacon of light in the face of encroaching darkness. Their powers entwine, blending Rama's newfound archery skills with Ivana's spellbinding abilities, forming an alliance that challenges the very fabric of the kingdoms. Yet, danger lurks around every corner, for malevolent forces conspire to dismantle Rama's claim to the throne and crush their love beneath the weight of betrayal. With each passing day, their powers grow, as does the peril that surrounds them. They must learn to harness their abilities and trust in the strength of their bond, as they face off against witches with twisted ambitions, power-hungry monarchs, and the looming threat of an ancient prophecy that threatens to unleash chaos upon their realm. In a mesmerizing tale that weaves love, loyalty, and sorcery into a tapestry of suspense and redemption, Rama and Ivana defy the odds. Together, they must unravel the secrets of their shared destiny, delving into forgotten realms and risking everything to protect their kingdom from descending into darkness. Prepare to be entranced by an epic saga of forbidden love, arcane powers, and insidious betrayals—a journey that will ignite your imagination and leave you breathless until the final incantation. For in the world of the sixteen kingdoms, where witches roam and supernatural powers awaken, Rama and Ivana's love will be tested, their abilities pushed to their limits, and the fate of their entire realm will hinge on their willingness to embrace the extraordinary.
Unspoken Desires
The guards brought the princess and the man they captured as instructed. Rama upon reaching the palace, she couldn't find her uncle.
She hoped nothing bad had happened to Ivana since she got her into that situation. Few minutes went by then she saw her uncle coming out from Ivana's chamber so she quickly rushed towards him.
"Is she going to be okay uncle?" She asked without letting her uncle say a word to her. Her uncle could see how worried she is. He just tapped her shoulder and nodded.
He left without saying a word to her then Rama's fear started taking over her. Why didn't her uncle mentioned anything to her. She decided to follow her uncle and find out more about Ivana's condition but some part of her told her not to do so.
Her uncle wasn't in the mood to speak to her at that moment so she thought, going to Ivana's chamber to her herself will be the best thing to do.
As she approach Ivana's chamber, she saw the family doctor standing behind her door along with some maids. They saw her approaching so they quickly bowed to her but she ignored them since that was not the reason why she came.
"How is she doing?" she asked the doctor "I can't say anything to you yet your highness" . He answered "why!?" Rama demanded getting angry.
"Your uncle will talk to you about it but for now, all I can say is, she will be fine" He said. Rama clenched her fist fuming with anger.
The left them heading towards the direction her uncle went. She walked around severally but couldn't find him anywhere. Rama was getting impatient and might loose it if anyone doesn't tells her what was going on with Ivana.
"Yha!" She called out as she entered her chamber. "Please what do you need, your highness?" Yha asked ready to attend to her needs. "I need a quick bath" Rama answered walking close to her window.
Yha nodded and excused herself. Rama watched outside with her attention far away. She couldn't help but think of Ivana and her condition. What mess has she done?. She asked herself hitting the wooden window.
"If not for her, I would be dead by now" she said to herself feeling hopeless all over. She wished she could do something to help Ivana but here lies the case she can't do anything to help her out.
Yha returned back to Rama. "Your highness, your bath is ready" she said but no response came. Yha knew something was eating her highness up and that explains the mood in which she is.
She stood there and watch her for sometime before repeating the sentence she said earlier and this time, Rama came back to herself and nodded.
She went straight to the washroom and relax herself in the bathtub allowing the cold water to cover her whole body. She needed something to cool her down and thankfully,Yha knew what she wanted.
She closed her eyes then images of Ivana fighting those men came flashing on her mind. She saw how skillful Ivana used the rod she held to fight those men. She wished she could also fight like her and that,she would be able to assist Ivana during the fight.
She felt like she missed her charming face and miss all her reactions anytime she says something stupid and annoying to her. It been just a day with her and she's already found of her.
She bit her lips with a smile curving on her lips. "Get well soon, Ivana" she spilled out before realizing what she just said. Her eyes flashed opened then raised herself from the bathtub. She walked out of the washroom forgetting to rub herself with the towel.
Yha quickly turned as soon as Rama appeared in the room without a towel covering her. Rama got confused on why she reacted that way not knowing she was the cause of it.
She walked straight to the dressing mirror expecting Yha to brush her hair as usual but she didn't. She turned around and Yha was still facing the other side of the room.
"Ain't you going to brush my hair?" She asked. Yha nodded saying " I cannot do so my princess". Rama ache her brows wondering why. "And why is it that if I may ask or I have done something wrong again?" She also asked. "Not at all Princess. You're still not properly dressed" Yha said with her face turning red.
Rama quickly faced the mirror and saw her own nakedness. She then realized she forgot to rub herself with her towel before coming out of the washroom.
She now understood Yha's sudden behavior. She shrugged and went back to the washroom to get herself covered before returning back to the room. "You can turn now". Rama said sitting down. Yha turned also and picked the brush and started brushing her hair.
She stole a glance at the princess through the mirror and realized her eyes were closed. She could see smiles on her face and Yha was glad her highness had a smile on her face after along time.
"I'm done" she informed her bringing Rama back to herself. "Can I ask you a question?" Rama asked her and she shook her head. "Do you know anything about my teacher?". Yha was speechless since that question was a sudden one.
Why will a princess be asking her, a maid such a question. She doesn't have any information about that teacher though she knows she's one of the best warriors of Zelad could ever had.
"I'm sorry, but I don't know anything about her" she answered. Rama was quiet for sometime. She didn't ask her any further question but rather left the dressing mirror and sat on her bed.
"Should I get your meal ready?". "No, am not hungry" Rama answered asking to be left alone. But before Yhs left, she told her to inform her Incase she hears that her teacher is alright. Yha nodded and left the room.
Late in the evening, Rama was still in her chambers without coming out for any of her meals. She couldn't stop thinking about Ivana and she's getting more worried. She decided to leave her chamber and go check up on her again.
She saw her uncle coming towards her direction and calmed than earlier. He wore his usual smiles as he approaches his niece. "Can I talk to you or you have something urgent to attend to?" He asked. " What is it?" Rama asked him also ready to hear what he has saying to her.
"Your teacher..." "Is fine right?" She cuts him off. Uncle Zeke sighed. There's no way Rama will let him finish his statement when it comes to her teacher. "Yes she is and...." He finally answered and Rama couldn't help but smile to herself. She's glad her teacher is okay. "Thanks for telling me, see you".
Rama left her uncle speechless with her sudden action. He knew she was going straight to Ivana's chamber and he didn't want Rama to disturb her but he couldn't tell her since she didn't wait for him to finish talking.
He wanted to tell her, her teacher was alright and woke up long time ago and even asked about her "Rama" the moment she woke up. "Anyways, let her go see her herself". He said to himself and left also.
In Ivana's chamber, Ivana had some quick bath and still in the washroom. She forgot she didn't carry her towel with her. She decided to go out of the washroom and get it since the water was dripping out of her hair.
As she opened the door and came out of the washroom and walked some few metres close to her bed, Rama suddenly barged in without knocking. Her eyes widened the moment her eyes laid on Ivana's nakedness.
She gulp in the saliva that formed in her throat and stare at Ivana more. She bit her lips badly while she watched her from head to toe exploring her body with those alluring eyes of hers.
Ivana was in shock while trying to cover herself with her arms. Her face flashed red. The princess's eyes were fixed on her and creating some heat within her.
As she turned to reached out to get her towel, Rama started walking close to her with her eyes still fixed on her without blinking for a second. " Hmm... " Rama said as she got closed to her " Are you try to seduce me?" She asked again raising her hand pushing Ivana's wet hair from her face.
Ivana's desires were trying to come out the princess got close to her with her hand blushing on her bare skin. She bits her lips also trying as much as she could to prevent her desires from taking over.
The room became quiet all of sudden with tension forming between them but Ivana was quick enough to push Rama's hand when she saw her trying to touch her.
She moved away from her and grabbed her towel quickly and covered herself with it. Rama chuckled finally taking her eyes off her. She left her chamber quickly else she doesn't know what will happen if she still stays there longer.
Ivana took in a deep breathe showing how relieved she was after that sudden tension. She could still feel her body was still burning with needs and wants. She wished the princess touched.... "How can I be thinking of this?" She asked herself then smiled.
She quickly dressed up and went out of her chamber looking for the princess since she didn't tell her why she came to her chamber all of a sudden...
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