The Prince And The School Girl

Previously

…"Overwhelming can be… interesting. Come." He led her to a small table laden with trays of glistening dates and small, delicate pastries. As he poured her a glass of sparkling water, he continued to speak, his questions about her studies, her city, her impressions of his country flowing effortlessly. He spoke with an intelligence and a warmth that belied his royal title, and Emily found herself drawn into the conversation, her initial nervousness slowly melting away under the steady, engaging presence of the Prince. This was no fairytale prince from a storybook; this was a man, intelligent and articulate, making her feel, for the first time all evening, like she belonged.