✩ Aurora's POV ✩
"Aurora, honey wake up. It's time for school" I heard mom whisper softly. I felt her caressing my head and felt soft lips on my forehead.
I slightly opened my eyes to see my mother's gorgeous blue eyes shining at me with so much love and warmth.
I slowly got up and rubbed my eyes sleepily as I yawned. When I checked my bedside table to check what time it was, I freaked out. I jolted down from the bed and dashed to the bathroom. As I was closing the bathroom door I heard a chuckle from outside.
Ugh, I wanted to smack myself for being so stupid, how could I get up so late? I was usually never this late, I was the first to get up in the morning. I usually woke up at 5 and went for a morning run. I love to run, especially in the morning, they make me feel very lighthearted and relaxed.
I must have fallen asleep finishing my big project, I remembered working on it last night near my desk.
But how did I end up in bed today morning? Weird, I guess dad must have picked me up and placed me on the bed last night, She thought to herself.
I walked towards the large mirror hanging on the wall and looked at myself.
I almost screamed at my reflection, I had bags around my eyes, my Chocolate Auburn air looked like a bird's nest and overall I looked like a caveman.
OMG! I officially look like a perfect cavewoman. I guess that is what happens when you continuously study every single day with only 2-3 hours of sleep.
I groaned at myself and turned around to take a nice warm shower. I needed it after all the hard work I put into that project.
Being a senior and on top of that, an applicant for the Royal Academy of the Kingdom of Slepavaria means hard work.
And that meant I had to focus only on getting into the academy and not getting distracted by anything.
I have always known that I wanted to go off to the Royal Academy of Slepavaria, where all the famous kings, queens, and nobles studied. It had always been my dream and I was sure going to work for it no matter what it took!
Although I was a noble and had had my duties to serve the royal family of Slepavaria, I always wanted to be a royal doctor.
Treating others gave me joy, so I study day and night to get accepted into the royal academy.
The princes and princesses are almost immediately accepted when they turn 17, but nobels however have to prove their way into the academy.
But that didn't change the fact that almost all of the nobels go there, to get a better education.
I felt my body become numb, and I realized that I was in the shower. I squeaked, OMG how long was I in there?
I quickly stepped out of the shower and tied one of the towels to my dripping hair and the other securely around my body. Once I was done, I slowly stepped outside to my room and walked into my large walk-in closet.
I debated on what to wear, I don't like wearing flashy clothes or clothes that are too revealing. But I did dress properly, I didn't want to let my parents down by doing anything inappropriate even if that means dressing like a lady every day.
Hmmm, maybe I should wear something different today since it was almost the end of her senior year and it wouldn't hurt to try something new once, in a while
I picked out this cute three-piece pink outfit that I brought when mom and I went shopping last month.
I smiled looking at the outfit, nothing could be more perfect than this outfit so I quickly changed into it and walked towards my vanity.
I applied light makeup so it could cover a few dark circles that were starting to appear on my face.
I took one last look at myself through the mirror to see how I looked, I smiled looking at my reflection. I looked pretty natural and my outfit was perfect.
Author's NOTE: Aurora's outfit (pic below) - Pic isn't mine, it's from Pinterest.
Author's NOTE: Aurora's outfit (pic below) - Pic isn't mine, it's from Pinterest [https://img.wattpad.com/f84f75985a804a83206f116ded7145f2dde307a6/68747470733a2f2f73332e616d617a6f6e6177732e636f6d2f776174747061642d6d656469612d736572766963652f53746f7279496d6167652f2d39344c585a725a436c736d73673d3d2d313237353834353931392e313732326261393465323039313864373733383337383235333535322e6a7067?s=fit&w=1280&h=1280]
I quickly looked at the clock hanging on the wall and noticed it was still 7, I sighed in relief and quickly hurried out of the room.
As I took a turn to walk into the kitchen, I heard chatter and laughing noises coming from the kitchen.
I smiled to myself, knowing full well what the scene might be in the kitchen.
As I expected, mom and dad are having their morning fun in the kitchen
A smile appeared on my face as I looked at my parents. I loved seeing my parents act all lovey-dovey, they were just too cute.
Uhh, I wonder how it might be living with my soulmate someday. Her parents didn't realize that they were soulmates until a while, they always told me they would fight with each other most of the time and bicker over the smaller things. But one day they felt a spark between them and that was when they both realized that they were soulmates. I smiled at the memory.
I hope my future will be as bright as theirs someday, I thought to myself.
I had a bright smile on my face when I entered the kitchen. Mom was the first to notice me and was soon followed by dad.
As soon as they both spotted me, they rushed to hug me. It wasn't very strange to see our family giving lots of hugs to each other.
I smiled softly at my dad as he released me from his embrace.
"Good morning, Sweetheart. You look lovely today, are you ready for your last week of senior year? I can't believe you will be off to the Royal Academy next year, I am gonna miss you so much love" I heard my dad says as his eyes filled with tears.
My mother hit him on the shoulder and said, "Zack! Why are you talking like she is going to get married and leave us? She is just going off to the academy, it doesn't mean she will never visit us"
My mother was glaring at my father, who put his hands up in surrender. I laughed at their cute argument.
My father joined me, which made my mother more annoyed with the both of us.
"Amilie, I was just worried that she will forget all about this poor dad once she leaves off to the academy and makes new friends and never comes back home," dad said dramatically as he hugged mom.
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My mom just shrugged him off and went back to cooking muttering how childish we both are. We just laughed at her and her silly antics.
I went to the table to set it up for breakfast. As I was done placing the last of the cutlery, I saw mom bringing the dishes to the table.
We all sat down to eat breakfast. We had some light conversation but we all finished breakfast quickly.
"Sweetheart, your mom or I won't be back home by midnight today. We have a very important task at the council so don't wait up too long. And don't study so late like you did last night" dad said with a stern face.
"Ok, dad I won't!" I said as I pecked him on the cheek.
"I am off to school now, bye guys!" I said as I left the table and walked towards the front door.
I was closing the front door when I heard my parents saying, "Bye honey, drive safe. We love you"
I smiled upon hearing them. They were always so sweet towards me, and it filled my heart with so much joy.
I got into my back Mercedes and headed off towards my high school. I turned on the radio to hear today morning's broadcast.
I was so long in my thoughts that I didn't realize that I already parked in front of the school building.
I slowly walked out of the car and got my things and headed toward the entrance of the school.
I knew the first two periods were free so instead of going to the classroom, I detoured to go to the library instead.
When I saw a locker near the library, I instantly remembered Asteria. And it instantly brought all the sad bottled-up feelings up to the surface again.
Ever since Asteria disappeared suddenly without a trace, I knew that I will never get close to anyone again until I was fully healed.
I was so broken and lost that I slowly started to lose myself if my parents didn't find out about my situation. Once they find out what happened they were devastated but something told me that they knew exactly what happened to her but I didn't pry too much anymore.
I gave up all hope of ever finding her Asteria. So, I redirected all my attention toward my studies and focused on getting good grades and studying harder to get into the royal academy.
I didn't realize that I was crying until I felt my cheeks go wet all of a sudden. I quickly wiped them and sat down at a farther desk that was at the end of the library where not a lot of people come.
I put my bag down and started to tackle my project.
♦︎ ♦︎ ♦︎ ♦︎ ♦︎ TIME SKIP ~Last Day of School ♦︎ ♦︎ ♦︎ ♦︎ ♦︎
I woke up way early than the others today. All I could think about was one thing, and it was the fact that I was Graduating today!!
Once I finished my morning run and showered, I was nervous all over again. I went and sat on my bed with my head in my hands.
I was sighing repeatedly and thinking of all the worst scenarios that could potentially happen today.
I know that I am super excited, but I also feel all kinds of emotions. I am sad that I have left home, angry that it was my last day of school, nervous about going to the royal academy, and excited about what the future holds for me.
As I was so lost in thoughts, I didn't hear the knock on the door until someone opened the door and peeked in.
I realized that it was mom so I tried my best to give her a fake smile and let her in.
But being my mother, she could see right through me.
"Honey, I know you are nervous. You don't need to pretend in front of me. Are you hiding things from me now? Is your poor mother not needed anymore?" My mother said pouting cutely at me.
Seeing her act like that brought a smile to my face. I instantly hugged her tight and put my head in her lap.
I sighed contently as she stroked my hair and hummed that same song that she hums to me whenever I was feeling sad.
"Honey, it's just your graduation. YOu don't have to be so worried about it, I know you will do great and make me and your dad proud" she said as she kissed my forehead softly.
"I know mom, but I am just terrified about what the future might hold for me. I have to move away from home and go to the academy in a month and I may not see you guys regularly anymore and that breaks my heart" I said sobbing quietly.
"Ohh honey, don't worry about us! We will come to visit you every day if you want! You know being a royal guard has its perks you know!" mom said as she tried to lighten up the mood a bit.
"I know mom. You know you are the best, I don't know what I would do without you! I love you so much, mom!" I said as I embraced her.
Once I let it all out, I felt so much lighter. It felt good to talk to my mother, as always she helped me not to overthink and not lose my brain. I laughed mentally thinking about how I always tend to overthink everything.
"Now that you have let it all out, it's time for you to get ready for your graduation! Aww honey you will look like a princess wearing your white gown and your graduation dress! My baby is all grown up!" my mom cooed as a few tears fell from her eyes.
I quickie wiped her eyes and made her stand up.
"Alright, mom, no more crying! Let's get ready for the big event ahead of us" I said with a determined look.
My mom just chucked and shooed me to the bathroom to wash my face.
I pouted at her as I closed the door, and quickly washed my face with soap. Since I already showered I didn't have to shower again so I quickly came out to see my mom neatly spreading out all the makeup items from my drawers and laying them on the bed.
I saw mom sensed my presence she quickly made me sit on the chair near my vanity and started to do my makeup first.
I was just admiring my mom doing my makeup when we heard a knock on the door. "Come In!" I said to whoever knocked on my bedroom door, it was dad!
I smiled at him as he started to walk in my direction. He gave me a peck on the forehead and admired me with a smile.
"Dad! Stop looking at me like that!" I scolded him as I pouted.
He just laughed and said, "My princess you look so pretty today! How can I keep my eyes on my beautiful daughter? You tell me!"
My mom just laughed at him and continued working on my makeup.
"Voila! I am done, finally! Now Zack tells me what my masterpiece looks like" mother exclaimed.
Dad hummed and took a look at me, his eyes were shining with pride and love. I smiled brightly at him and he chucked looking at me.
"How will I not like the masterpiece my wife created, hmm? Anything work on will look like magic" I heard dad say.
"Ohh Zack, stop with all the flirting" Mom said as she tried to hide her blush.
I just laughed at them and went to the closet to change into my white gown, graduation coat, and hat.
As I walked out, I saw my parents chatting happily while sitting on the bed, I just admired the view with a smile.
Author's Note: Graduation Day Outfit & Cap + Gown (Pick Below!!) - Pics are not mine, they are from Pinterest. I also want you guys to imagine that gown with the white dress next to it to the right not the dress in the cap and gown image.
[https://img.wattpad.com/de6435ef8f30b0c7c57923c459455e3033e2200a/68747470733a2f2f73332e616d617a6f6e6177732e636f6d2f776174747061642d6d656469612d736572766963652f53746f7279496d6167652f6d767a6b30726c387146793367773d3d2d313237353834353931392e313732326262316364616465666533383538383933383431353838332e706e67?s=fit&w=1280&h=1280]
I cleared my thought to make them look at me. Once their both eyes landed on me my mom broke out into tears and I saw dad also shed a few tears. Mom immediately embraced me and said, "ohh my sweetheart, you look so beautiful! I am so proud of you honey, may that smile always be on your face!"
I hugged her back and slowly rubbed her back in circles for her to calm down.
Once she released me, she kissed my forehead and stepped back for dad to hug me.
Dad stepped forward and pulled me into his chest. I put my head on his chest and my hands around his torso.
"My princess, I can't believe you are ready to leave us! You grew up too fast, why can't you just be young forever? Why can't you just stay in my arms and be that cute little girl that I always used to play with" dad said while caressing my hair.
I started to tear up a bit after hearing him say, "dad, you are making me cry. Come on dad, I will never leave you or mom. I will visit every day if you want me to" I said softly.
Dad pulled out of the hug and held my face gently as kissed my forehead like he always does. That small gesture shows how much my dad loves me.
This day couldn't get any more amazing! I was graduating in a few hours, I got accepted into the royal academy, and I finally am one step closer to my dream. What more could I ask for?