"By all the gods, not another one." Princess Sienna thought to herself. Plastering a smile to her face, she greeted one of the many would be suitors who had come for her hand. He was tall, well-built, and handsome. There was something though, something in his eyes; a coldness that told Sienna that he was not right for her. Prince Allister or something as he was introduced.
Sienna greeted him with all the politeness that she could muster. It had been a tiring, trying night. After the prince left her presence, Sienna made her way to the corner of the room and prayed to whatever god was listening to give her the strength just to make it through. She couldn't believe that she had to marry one of the dozen or so oafs that had come to challenge for her hand. Sure, some had been cute, polite to a fault and charming in their own right but none had that magical something that she had always been told she would feel upon looking her "true love" in the eye for the first time. "Besides," Sienna thought to herself, "with my luck, it will be Allister who wins." Sienna closed her eyes and leaned back against the cold stone wall, trying to gather herself for the next hours.
"You too, huh?" A feminine voice startled Sienna. Her eyes flew open and focused on the speaker. The woman, not much older than Sienna's eighteen years, was also leaning against the wall. She was dress much the same as Sienna; elegant gown, hair coifed in an elaborately braided pattern, expensive jewelry decorating her ears, neck and wrist.
"I'm sorry?" Sienna said, momentarily speechless. The woman to her side was the epitome of beauty and elegance. The only thing distracting from her aura was the look of boredom she wore.
"You're sick of these gatherings as well, aren't you?" the woman asked again.
"Of course not." Sienna said, trying her best to sound convincing. "It's an honor that all of these princes came from the lands to try and win my heart."
"Uh huh." the woman said, smirking.
Sienna sighed. "Okay, it is a little overwhelming." It did feel good to say that out loud and she actually favored the woman with a genuine smile. "I'm sorry, are you with anyone here?" Sienna asked, trying not to rudely just ask who this woman was.
The woman laughed. "Yeah, I'm here because my father dragged me along so the one of the losers who doesn't win you will try for me next. I'm Enya." the woman said, smiling. "You left before we could be formally introduced and snuck over here so I thought I would come introduce myself."
"Please forgive me for being rude, Enya." Sienna replied. She was a little taken aback when Enya gently gripped her hand and brought it to Enya's ruby-painted lips.
"It's not a big deal. As I said, I understand." Enya held on to Sienna's fingers just a little longer than necessary before releasing them.
Sienna was feeling somewhat confused at this point. This whole night had been a bit too much and the nicest person she'd met was a princess from another kingdom. "If only you were a man, I'd be rooting for you." she thought to herself.
"So, any of the would-be husbands catch your eye?" Enya asked, leaning back against the wall.
"Oh, each one seems a worthy husband." Came Sienna's reply to which Enya laughed.
"My dear fellow princess. You can be honest with me." Enya said quietly. "Remember, I get your castoffs."
Sienna blushed a bit and looked down at the floor before answering. "Okay, truthfully, none here excite me. One even frightens me a little."
Enya laughed again. "I can only guess which one. Let me see." Scanning the room, Enya pointed to Allister. "My guess would be...that one, right?"
Sienna nodded. "Do you know of him well? He seems to be the odds-on favorite."
"You could say I know him well. He's my brother."
Sienna let out a gasp. "Oh, I'm so sorry!" she exclaimed. "I meant no disrespect!"
"None taken. Trust me." Enya replied. "My brother can be a little intimidating. He has all the control of a bull let out to pasture to stud." Sienna sighed at that statement. "You look like you could use some air, Sienna." Enya said. "Perhaps you'd be so kind as to show me the gardens. I've heard the royal gardens are breath-taking."
Sienna thought about it for a moment. Yes, she could definitely use some time away to collect her thoughts. "It would be my honor, Enya. Let me tell my father I'm stepping out for a bit. He'll understand."
When Sienna informed her father, the king, that she needed some air, he did reluctantly relent. All of this was for her, he reminded her, but she reminded him that it wouldn't look good for his kingdom for the princess to be less than gracious and inviting. So, with much schoolgirl giggling, Sienna took Enya by the hand and they snuck out of the grand hall, making their way out of the castle to the royal gardens.
The sun had dipped below the horizon at this point, leaving the sky a brilliant mixture of red, orange and the deep blue of impending night. The gardens were lit with braziers of fire which illuminated the flowers nicely, and caused the flowers to appear to dance in shadows. Sienna and Enya walked arm in arm with Sienna telling the stories of certain flowers and statues. The atmosphere wasn't lost on her. "This would be so incredibly romantic if Enya was a prince." she thought to herself as they slowly walked through the maze of plants.
"The rumors don't do the gardens justice." Enya said softly, not wanting to spoil the mood. "This is truly breath-taking."
Sienna beamed at the praise. "I haven't shown you the best part yet." she said, leading Enya further into the maze. Finally, they came upon an intricately designed wrought-iron gate. Sienna produced a key that was hidden within her bodice on a necklace that she wore. "This is the best view. My own personal garden." she said, opening the gate with a flourish. "Congratulations. You're the first person besides myself to step in here."
"Truly an honor I cherish, princess." Enya said as she walked through the gate. It was simple but elegant, the perfume from the flowers mixing with an amazing view of the waters in the distance. They took a seat on the stone bench, watching the sky reflect over the waves.
"You're not looking forward to tomorrow, aren't you?" Enya asked after a few silent minutes. Sienna sat there in silence, not knowing how to answer. "You can confide in me, Sienna. Nothing that goes on here will leave this place." Enya added, squeezing Sienna's shoulder.
"No. No, I'm not." Sienna finally responded. "A lifetime in a loveless marriage, my only duties being to look pretty and produce an heir to the throne of a distant land." A tear appeared in her eye and she turned from Enya in shame, not wanting her new friend to see her in distress.
Enya reached out and gently turned Sienna's face toward her. Cupping her face, Enya tenderly wiped the tear from Sienna's cheek. For the briefest of moments, Sienna wanted to lean in, to press her lips against her friend's. Instead, she closed her eyes and reluctantly pulled back.
"Well, if my oafish brother does win your hand, at least you'll have me to keep you company." Enya said lightly.
Sienna let out a half sob/half laugh. "Yes, that is until your hand is won by another oafish prince." The two let out a self-deprecating giggle. "Too bad you can't enter the tournament, Enya. I've gotten along better with you than anyone I've ever met." Sienna said, then covered her mouth with her hand when she realized what she'd just admitted. "I mean...oh, I'm sorry if I offended you!"
Enya smiled, then put a finger up to Sienna's lips. "I know what you meant, my princess." she said softly, gazing deeply into Sienna's green eyes. Enya trailed her finger down from Sienna's lips to her neck. For a moment, time stood still. Then Enya closed her eyes, leaned in and pressed her lips against Sienna's.
Sienna froze, not knowing what to do. Her mind was conflicted. She wanted to remain pure, to not enjoy the pleasures of the flesh until her wedding night but with all that was happening, this might be her only chance to experience joy. Her desires won out. Closing her eyes, she tentatively placed her hands on Enya's shoulders, not to push her away but to pull her closer.
The kiss between the two princesses became more impassioned. Enya eased her tongue out of her mouth and licked Sienna's lips. Sienna, who'd never kissed anyone like this before, parted her lips to do the same and was surprised when Enya invaded her mouth; French kissing her.
Sienna became light-headed and was a little saddened when Enya pulled back, breaking the kiss. She needn't have worried. Enya smiled as she placed her hands on Sienna's shoulders, then moved them down, pushing the younger woman's dress down as well.
Soon, Sienna's breasts were on display. Cooled by the night's air and her aroused passions, her nipples were standing out proudly on her chest. Enya gently cupped her tits, feeling the weight and teasing Sienna's nipples with the palm of her hands. This time, Sienna offered no resistance to Enya's tongue when she was kissed again. The kiss, more passionate this time, left both women breathless.
"Do you wish to go further, my princess?" Enya asked Sienna when they finished kissing. Sienna bit her lip, shyly looking at the ground, then nodded. Enya stood up and pulled Sienna to her feet, then undid the silken ties holding up the dress. Gravity did the rest as the dress, more expensive than most houses in the kingdom, fell from Sienna's body, exposing the gossamer white panties underneath.
Sienna stepped out of the dress, then gasped as Enya placed her hand right between her thighs. Enya could feel Sienna's arousal; the panties were soaked with her juices.
