A little cloud of light leaked through her eyelids. The princess lifted one, noted the rustic surroundings, and let it flutter shut. "Hrm- where am I?" She dragged her eyes open again and made to sit up. Hay rustled underneath and scraped at her elbows. The princess opened her mouth to complain, when her gaze fell upon the most handsome boy she'd seen in months. Her hand frantically clawed at the space around her until it found her chest, which she clutched to control her racing heart.

"Gods have mercy..."

The princess stared at him wide-eyed. Her mouth flapped as she struggled to find any words.

"Hello."

That was all she could manage to say to him.