Read The Urgent
Episode 1
AUTHOR
THE WORDS INSIDE THIS MARK 👉 { 👈THIS 👉}👈 INDICATES THAT THEY'RE ONLY SAYING IT IN THEIR MIND.
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Random soldier
She escaped!!!
Commander Leon
Hurry and lock the gates!!!
Commander Leon
Search every corner of the palace and don't miss a spot! We can't let her get away.
Every soldier was alarmed. They began searching every corner of the palace and locked all the gates.
A soldier in a rush approached Leon.
Random soldier
Sir, she's nowhere to be found.
Commander Leon
Idiots! You're all idiots!
-IN THE MIDDLE OF THE FOREST-
A lady in torn and dirty dress stumbled to the ground helplessly. With her weak hands and feet, she tried to get up and continued walking slowly.
After walking for a few distance, she found herself standing at the edge of the cliff. From there, she can see the big bright full moon and it's reflection on the water below the cliff.
Random soldier
I found her!
The shout of one soldier broke the silence of that moment. After a while, more soldiers came.
Every soldier pointed their weapons on the lady. The commander soon got out and signalled the soldiers to lower their weapons.
Commander Leon
Hey you!!! Do you really think you can escape from us?
The lady turn around and stared at the commander emotionless.
The wind fluttered her grayish messy hair.
Aizelle
{ I wonder how did they managed to follow me. There's really no way for escape. }
She gazed at the water below the cliff.
The commander noticed her gaze.
Aizelle
{ Yeah, that's right. The only way for me to escape from all of this is.... }
Commander Leon
You're only asking for death. If you fell down there, there's not a chance you'll survive.
Aizelle
{ Also, there's no difference between dying and living in that hellish prison anyway. }
The lady calmly closed her eyes and smiled bitterly.
Aizelle
{ It would've been better if she never existed. }
Aizelle
{ I am Aizelle Del Castillo, first princess of the kingdom of Etherion. Being the only princess, i enjoyed all the attention and affection that was given solely to me. }
Aizelle
{ Until she came...}
Aizelle
{ my sister Stephanie.}
Aizelle
{I hate seeing her being praised for her benevolence and being compared to me. Her kindness overshadowed my existence. }
Aizelle
{ I despised her so much from the moment she was introduced to me that i did everything i can to get rid of her. Despite being forgiven countless times and even being saved from execution last time by her, i still can't bring myself to regret harming her. }
The soldiers made a way for Stephanie to walk through. They were worriedly looking at her.
Commander Leon
Your highness!
The Commander walked towards Stephanie who obviously rushed over there as she is still panting and gasping for air. He held her shoulders as a support for the weak and fragile Stephanie.
Stephanie
Sister, please don't harm yourself! I can't imagine life without you. (Weak and pitiful)
Aizelle
{ She really cares for me that much.? Is she dumb or she just enjoyed being tortured countless times? }
A sudden crack silenced everyone.
Aizelle
{ Why are they looking at me? }
Everyone was frightened when Stephanie suddenly run towards Aizelle, attempting to save her but the surface Aizelle is standing on suddenly collapsed before she could even hold her.
Commander Leon held Stephanie to make sure she won't fall down while crying.
Aizelle
{ Hah! What's the big deal about me dying? Why does she have to try and save me? }
As Aizelle was falling down from the cliff, she looked at Stephanie and grinned.
Suddenly, as Aizelle is about to close her eyes, she saw a sudden change in Stephanie's face...
...a wicked smile on her angelic face.
Aizelle's tired and emotionless eyes suddenly widened.
Aizelle
{ What's with that smile? }
Aizelle
{ Don't tell me... }
Aizelle
So that's what it is.
Aizelle
{....I'm not only falling from the cliff, but also into her trap. }
Aizelle
{ No... not only now but i've already fallen into her trap a long time ago without realising it. }
Aizelle's vision of Stephanie got covered with dark blue water. She voluntarily let herself drown in the cold, deep and dark ocean.
Aizelle
{ What's the point of realizing it now? It's already too late. It's not as if... }
Aizelle
{ I can go back in time... }
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Aizelle
{ Huh? It's warm and comfortable in here. }
Aizelle
{ Don't tell me i survived the fall earlier?. }
Aizelle
{ But there's no way it's this comfortable and warm in the prison.}
She slowly opened her eyes and blinked a few times trying to adjust with the bright light.
And finally, her vision is now clear. She looked at the ceiling.
Aizelle
{Wait a minute! This seems familiar. }
Aizelle looked at the lady near the door.
Aizelle
{ Brown hair..., Hazel eyes....,, This person....}
Aizelle
{....She's Florinda, my personal maid. I sentenced her to death three years ago didn't i?}
Aizelle
{ Why does she looks younger than before? }
Florinda sat on the chair next to Aizelle's bed and patted her head.
Florinda
My, you seems a bit scared, did you had a nightmare? (Softly)
Aizelle
{ What's going on? I'm sure she did died. Why is she still alive and why is she looking at me with such gentleness? }
Aizelle
{ I remembered!!!, this was my bedroom when i was 10 year old isn't it?. I'm back???... No...}
Aizelle
{ ....This is probably just a dream. }
Florinda noticed the uneasiness in Aizelle's face
Florinda
Just as i thought. You really did had a nightmare. Don't worry for it was just a dream, it won't come true.
Florinda smiled sweetly and gently kissed Aizelle in the forehead.
Aizelle
{ That's right, it's only just a dream... It won't come true... }
Aizelle closed her eyes again.
Aizelle
{....this will soon end.}
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Aizelle
{ So it wasn't a dream after all? }
Aizelle is looking at her reflection in the mirror that is much bigger than her.
Aizelle
{ Eyes that is as red as ruby,... Hair as white as the clouds,... unscathed fair skin and a 10-year-old's body....}
Aizelle
{....Who would've thought that going back in time is possible.?}
Aizelle
{ Whoever granted me this second life,... Thank you so much. I will surely use it wisely. }
Aizelle glanced at the reflection of Florinda entering the room.
Florinda
Ummm... Your highness. (Worried)
Aizelle
{ She must have been worried about me because of what happened yesterday. }
Aizelle
{ Speaking of using it wisely...}
Aizelle
Florinda, get me ready quickly! I'll be visiting his majesty.
Aizelle
{ ....In order to survive, i have to gather as much ally as i could. }
Florinda's worried face suddenly brightened up.
Florinda
Yes your highness.!
Aizelle
{ And be a better version of myself... }
Aizelle
{ ... a better and much wiser villainess. }
Episode 2
Aizelle sipped her tea then glanced at the white haired man in front of her.
Aizelle
Are you alright father?
Aizelle
{ It seems like he didn't sleep last night }
Aizelle
{ Is the event yesterday still bothering him? }
Aizelle is trembling in anger. She clenched her hands as tears started gushing down her eyes.
Aizelle
THAT DISGRACEFUL THING???
Aizelle
DIDN'T YOU PROMISED MOTHER THAT YOU WON'T HAVE ANOTHER WOMAN??? THAT YOU WILL ONLY HAVE US AND NO ONE ELSE???
Aizelle
AND WHAT'S WORST? OF ALL WOMAN IN THIS KINGDOM, YOU CHOSE THAT LOWLY WOMAN? AREN'T YOU ASHAMED FATHER???
Aizelle
CAUSE AS YOUR DAUGHTER I AM EXTREMELY ASHAMED.!!!
Aizelle gazed coldly at the girl hiding behind the brown haired woman.
Aizelle
I'm neither a sister of that lowly woman's daughter...
Aizelle fixed his eyes back to Phillip.
Aizelle
...nor a daughter to a traitor.
Aizelle
{ I even ferociously broke about five plates and four tea cups in front of them before walking out. 😓 }
Aizelle
{ If only i can go back there and meet my yesterday's self, i would definitely give her a good beating. }
Aizelle
About yesterday...
Aizelle
...please forgive me. I was so unreasonable that time and have been blinded with anger. I hope father won't hate me.
Phillip
Your reaction is only as expected. It's normal after hearing it so sudden. I'm sorry.
Phillip
I'm in no position to forgive you.
Aizelle
Even,.. i was still at fault. I don't have the right to say those things to you regardless of the situation.
Aizelle
{ He is a king so he can have as many concubines and children as he wants yet he chose to only have me and mother so i have no right to complain about Stephanie. }
Aizelle
{ Regarding Stephanie, she was just a fruit of her mother's scheme. I'm actually quite impressed how she managed to trick father... As expected from Stephanie's mother. }
Phillip
As i told you, i'm in no position to forgive you. I was also at fault.
Aizelle
Do you mean to say, i'm wrong?. (Pouting)
Aizelle
Then it's settled. It's my fault. P.E.R.I.O.D.😑 (Insisting)
Phillip covered his face with his hand then sighed.
Phillip
You are indeed your mother's daughter.
Aizelle
I am yours as well you know. (Mumbling)
Aizelle
Anyway, i won't go out of your room unless you forgive me. (Desperate)
Aizelle
Thank you father! 🥰
Phillip
...if it's a bit of an inconvenience for you that they're here.
Aizelle looked at her reflection on the tea then smiled bitterly.
Aizelle
Well, it's alright. They're father's family after all. *sigh*
Aizelle instantly changed her expression when she came into realisation about the gloomy atmosphere she's making.
Aizelle
Father, why not marry a new queen since mother is already dead?
Phillip
I don't think there's someone who can replace Rosalinda. Your mother is just way too—— weird 😏
Aizelle
You mean unique?.😓
Phillip
Yeah, you can say that too but the most accurate word to describe her is definitely weird.
Aizelle
Don't you think mother will get upset if she heard that?
Phillip
She'll definitely skin me alive. 😰
Phillip smiled seeing Aizelle's reaction.
Phillip
Listen Zeze, you have to remember that you and your mother are the only family i acknowledge. I had to take ‘those’ people in just because of certain circumstances....
Phillip
{ I'll get rid of them as soon as i get the chance after ‘that’ thing is taken care of. }
Phillip
Be patient of them for a while, all right?
Aizelle
I understand, father.
Aizelle
Don't die early, okay?
Aizelle
Cause no one will protect me if you die so you have to promise me that you'll stay alive until we're both old (serious)
Aizelle
{ He will be poisoned to death in the future. If it wasn't because of the nobles who started targeting me after his death ¥since they couldn’t do it when he was still alive¥ , i wouldn't know that he's been protecting me secretly despite knowing about my evil schemes to harm Stephanie. }
Phillip
*sigh* okay i promise.
Phillip
Though, don't scare me by saying that in a terrifying tone. It's not as if i'm going to die sooner, right? 😓
Aizelle looked tilted her head with a serious face.
Aizelle giggled seeing Phillip petrified with fear.
Aizelle
{ Of course i won't let you die, silly.! You secretly protected me in my past life so it's now my turn to protect you. }
Phillip
When did you become as scary as your mother?..
Aizelle
Watch your mouth father 🙂💢
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Aizelle threw herself on her bed then stared at the ceiling.
Aizelle
{ It's good that i was able to reconcile with father not like in my past life. I need to maintain my good relationship with him so it'll be easy for me to gather informations about the people who is close to him. This way, i'll be able to identify who the culprit was and stop father's death. It'll also help me avoid my doomed future. After all, he will be my greatest backup in the future. }
Aizelle
{ There's still six years before that so i still have plenty of time to investigate.}
Aizelle
{ For now, i'll need to strengthen my position by gathering as many beneficial allies as i can. I can't underestimate Stephanie just because i'm already aware of her schemes. Luckily, i know just the right people. }
Florinda
Yes it's me your highness.
Aizelle
{ Perfect timing }
Aizelle
Look for a modest dress for me.
Florinda
{ Modest dress? Why would she ask for it? }
Florinda
Yes your highness! (Bows)
Florinda
{ Does she even have one? 🤔 }
Aizelle
{ It's time for me to meet Stephanie's brother. }
Episode 3
Aizelle is sitting on a wooden boat, eyes lost to the clear water of the lake that surrounds her.
Aizelle
{ The depth of this lake used to scare me. But looking at it now, it's no more than a peaceful reflection of the sky. }
Aizelle took off her shoes then threw it on the water. She stood up and jumped out of the boat.
Listening to the calm and peaceful sound of the water, she voluntarily let herself drown while still looking at the sun getting dimmer as she goes deeper.
Aizelle
{ Don't let me down... }
Aizelle calmly closed her eyes.
After a few moments, Aizelle felt someone grabbing her hand but soon lost consciousness.
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Aizelle woke up from being unconscious and found herself lying on the ground near the lake.
Aizelle
{ It took you a while but atleast you came. It's worth the gamble. }
Adrian
Hayyysss... it's a good thing that you're alright.
Adrian
Are you even aware that this is not the place for you to wander around?
Adrian
{ This is the palace's lake. She might get in trouble if others was to know about this. }
Adrian
It's okay.It happens quite often.
Aizelle
{ True, some kids from noble families also goes here to play, without knowing the consequences and ends up falling in the lake. But Adrian isn't a type of person who will just watch a child get hurt or get in trouble so instead of reporting it, he'll help those kids get out of here and warn them not to do it again next time. He's unbelievably merciless in the battlefield but too softhearted to children. I'm so lucky being a child. }
Adrian
What are you doing there anyway?
Aizelle
I heard that Keyl flowers grows in the palace's lake. I wanted to pick some and give it to my mother and sister as an apology.
Adrian
Keyl flowers? The flower that resembles the colour of the sky. It's beauty sure is exceptional...
Adrian
... but you life is much more precious. No matter how beautiful it is, it's still just a flower. You can't just risk your life as if it's of no value.
Adrian
And i'm sure your mother and sister will forgive you even without it.
Adrian patted Aizelle on the head
Aizelle
Will they really.? I wonder. 😔
Adrian
{ Is there even a single soul who can hate this child? 😕 }
Adrian
By the way, I'm Adrian...
Aizelle
{ Of course i know! Adrian Agravieso, son of Countess Elenora and half brother of Stephanie. He will be sent to the neighbouring kingdom, Kloran at the age of 18 which is two years from now. There, he will gain the favour of Queen Diana and will become the leader of the royal army of Kloran. He's skill is no joke. It'll be troublesome if he becomes my enemy in the future so i'll make him my ally. }
Adrian
...what's your name?
Aizelle
{If i said that i'm Princess Aizelle, what will happen to that gentle look of his. 😓 }
Adrian
{ I've had a suspicion that she might be princess Aizelle but there's no way a princess like her would even bother to go in a place like this and even wear a modest dress. Also, this kid is just way too sweet and innocent to be her.}
Adrian
Ah!!! Your clothes are still wet so must be cold.
Adrian took off his coat and put it on Aizelle.
Aizelle
Thank you brother Adrian. 🥰
Aizelle
{ Phew! That was close. }
Aizelle confusedly stared at Adrian who is looking away out of nervousness.
Aizelle
I'm sorry. It was too impudent of me to call you brother without even asking your permission. 😣
Adrian
Hayyysss... i~it's o..okay, ahem, please feel free to call me brother.
Aizelle
I've always wanted to have an older sibling so i'm extremely grateful! ☺️
Adrian
{ How pitiful. She must be really lonely. }
Aizelle
{ That's right! Pity me more!!! 🐹 }
Adrian
No worries. Now how about we look for your parents? They must be worried sick about you already. From which family are you from?
*tip,tap,tip,tap,tip,tap*
Adrian
Someone's coming. Quick! Hide!
Aizelle hid behind the big tree.
Adrian stood up and acted normal as the maid approaches him.
Aizelle
{ This is my chance now.! }
Aizelle silently slipped out while the maid and Adrian was still talking to each other.
Adrian
Bring me a dress that will fit a 10-year-old child.
Adrian
Are my words not clear to you?
Maid
Please forgive me. I'll bring it right away. (Bows)
After seeing the maid was gone, Adrian hurriedly checked behind the tree and saw nothing but fluttering leaves and his coat on the ground.
-MEANWHILE, IN THE HALLWAY-
Elenora
Oh my! I didn't know that a princess can be this unsightly.
Aizelle
{ Why do i have to encounter Stephanie's mother today?!!! I JUST WANNA GO BACK IN MY ROOM!!! 😤 }
Aizelle
{ Anyway, i'm not in a mood to deal with this witch. My priority for now is to go back in my room and wear a very warm dress. I'm really cold right now. Hmmm... Let's see, what excuse should i use? }
Elenora
What else can i expect from Rosalinda's daughter? (Mocking)
Aizelle
{ Okay that's it! I was thinking of letting her off for not addressing me properly but i can't tolerate any insults against my mother. !!! 😡 }
Aizelle
Pardon me Countess Agravieso but shouldn't you be addressing mother as her majesty?
Aizelle looked at Elenora with a sharp gaze. Elenora replied on her gaze with a smirk.
Elenora
Her majesty? Do you think a dead person can still be a queen?
Aizelle
It matters not whether she's alive or dead, she's still this kingdom's queen.
Elenora
This kingdom needs a new queen not an old one. But don't worry, me and Stephanie is already here. Sooner or later, we will be a complete family.
Aizelle covered her mouth, trying to resist her laughter.
Aizelle
Please quit joking countess. 😂
Aizelle
{ She really thinks she can replace mother as the queen!. She did tried her best to be like mother and even wore mother's necklace in my past life just to gain father's favour but ended up being banished from the kingdom for touching mother's belongings. }
Aizelle noticed the anger in Elenora's face.
Aizelle took a deep breath and tried to compose herself.
Elenora furiously grabbed Aizelle by the neck.
Phillip
LET GO OF MY DAUGHTER THIS INSTANT!!!
Elenora was petrified with fear, having a glance of the sword pointed at her from behind. She hurriedly took her hands off Aizelle's neck.
Phillip pulled Aizelle near him while still keeping an eye on Elenora.
Elenora
Your majesty, i think you've mistaken. I was just worried that her highness might be cold so i tried to warm her up from the neck. 😅
Aizelle
{ She's remarkably fast in changing face. So disgusting! 🤢 }
Elenora
Right your highness? 🥰
Aizelle gripped onto Phillip's cape.
Aizelle
Ye~yes. (Trembling)
Aizelle
{ Hehe, it's a good thing that i'm already trembling due to the cold. }
Phillip nodded at the two guards behind him.
Phillip
LOCK HER UP IN THE COLD PALACE!!!
Guards
Yes your majesty! (Bows)
The guards forcefully grabbed Elenora who keeps on resisting.
Elenora
Your majesty!!! I didn't do anything! She clearly said it. Please!!!—
Phillip
Regardless of the truth, you still dared to touch my daughter. (Cold)
Aizelle
Father it's alright. I wasn't hurt anyway since you came early. ☺️ { 😈 }
Phillip
So you really did tried to hurt her?!!! (Intimidating)
Elenora went pale while looking at the ominous glare of Phillip.
Phillip
SEND HER TO THE DUNGEON TO AWAIT HER EXECUTION!!!
Elenora was dragged easily by the guards as she don't have anymore strength to even utter a single word.
Phillip patted Aizelle's head
Aizelle
A little...(Teary)
Aizelle
{ Very!!!🥶 Now let's go to somewhere warm and cozy and drink a hot chocolate with marshmallows!!! }
Phillip
By the way, where are you from to get wet like that?
Aizelle
It's a long story father.😒
Phillip
You can start now. I have plenty of time,
Aizelle
Lucky you. Well i don't.
Elenora threw the glass of water against the wall of the prison cell.
Elenora
I'M ALSO A MOTHER OF HIS CHILD. HOW COULD HE DO THIS TO ME⁉️
Aizelle
Poor thing. (Indifferent)
Elenora looked at Aizelle who is standing in front of the prison bars, wearing a black cloak.
Elenora
IT'S YOUR FAULT ❗️YOU SHOULDN'T HAVE EXISTED...—
Elenora furiously tried to grab Aizelle with her hands but was restrained by the prison bars.
Aizelle
My! What a warm welcome. 😊
Elenora
IN COMPARISON, STEPHANIE IS FAR MUCH BETTER THAN YOU! SO WHY⁉️
Aizelle shrugged her shoulders.
Aizelle
How would i know? I'm just a child. 😕
Elenora gritted her teeth
Aizelle
Calm down. I'm just here to bid you farewell and to tell you not to worry as i will ‘take good care of my sister Stephanie’ for you.
Elenora
{ Am i hallucinating? This kid is clearly just a 10-year-old child. }
Aizelle
You could've avoided this death and just got banished instead if only you've been careful and didn't approached me.
Elenora
What do you mean?!!!
Aizelle
Ask that question to the underworld king. I'm going now, i already said what i wanted to say.
Aizelle turned around and walked a few steps then stopped.
Aizelle
And one more thing, please send my thanks to the underworld king for not accepting me there.
Elenora leaned her head against the prison bars out of extreme confusion.
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