forum The Princess' Scandal (o/o Closed)

Started March 04, 2022 by @emilyevewrites group

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Ellie perked up at that. “Really? I’d like to ask him,” she said quickly, almost stumbling again despite leaning on Lorelei. She swore quietly, blushing immediately after.

“Of course.” Lori nodded, keeping her balance and holding Ellie close. “But first let's get your clothes taken care of and get some breakfast.” she suggested as they neared the stairs.

“Right,” Ellie agreed, preparing for the stairs. “Priorities…” She held tightly to Lori, almost waiting to trip and fall down into the galley, but it didn’t happen. Thank the stars.

Lori gave a soft hum in agreement as they walked into the galley. “Morning, Charlie.”

“Captain. Ellie.” Charlie nodded. “I just made some warm porridge this morning but I still have some fresh bread and fruit if you’d like.”

Ellie’s eyes lit up. “Yes, that would be lovely,” she agreed. She looked over at Lori, then back at Charlie. “I’m told you can hem lovely dresses.”

Charlie chuckled and served up two bowls of the porridge as Lori pulled out a seat for Ellie. “Aye. I can hem, stitch and adjust most clothing.” she nodded, glancing at the bundle of clothes the couple brought in.

Ellie bit her lip and rocked up upon her tiptoes before going back down. “Where can I put these that they won’t be in the way?” she asked, looking around.

“Here. I can take them.” Charlie assured, quickly wiping off her hands on a fresh cloth. “Help yourself to a piece of fruit and the Captain can get you a slice of bread.”

Lori chuckled but didn't dispute Charlie giving orders in her galley. “I’m guessing that Tommy is already busy helping out on deck then.” she teased as she drew a blade.

Ellie grinned and passed on the load to Charlie’s hands. “Thank you!” she chirped politely, turning to Lori as she was about to cut the bread. “If he is, can we go see him later? He’s so dear. I adore him!” Her newly shortened hair was clearly visible, and she debated pulling it back into a tail for the day.

“Of course, we can. It's very hard to avoid someone on a ship like this.” Lori pointed out as she cut two slices from the fresh loaf and handed one to Ellie.

Charlie smiled proudly at the mention of her unofficial son and set the clothes in an empty basket, usually used to sort clean laundry. “He’s quite fond of you too.” she stated. “He kept talking about how nice and how pretty you are.” she added with a light chuckle.

“Makes sense,” Ellie replied, taking the bread from Lori and taking a small bite.

She flushed brilliantly at Charlie’s remarks. “Oh, he is so sweet!” she enthused.

“I almost think he has a little crush on you.” Charlie teased.

“Just as long as he remembers that we’re already in a relationship.” Lori quipped with a smile as she sat down.

Charlie chuckled softly and turned back to Ellie. “Now, about your clothes, how much of an adjustment do you want?”

Ellie’s blush deepened, and with her pale skin, it stood out viciously. “Yes,” she murmured, agreeing with Lori and playfully sitting on her lap. “I think just above the ankles would be appropriate, don’t you think, darling?” she asked, looking down at Lori.

Lori's eyes widened in brief surprise at Ellie's actions before wrapping her arms around the princess’s waist. “I think you could even go higher than your ankles, if you wanted.” she purred teasingly. “Charlie wears her skirts up to her knees sometimes.”

Ellie’s eyes widened at the news. “Oh stars!” she exclaimed. “Maybe one of them can be hemmed that high… but not all of them, my darling!”

Lori couldn't help but laugh at Ellie's astonishment. “Don't worry, love. It's quite common with sailors.”

“I think I saw a skirt in here that would work with that length for you.” Charlie smiled. “But I’ll keep your dresses as long as you want.” she assured.

Ellie’s mouth dropped open slightly. “Really?”

She turned to grin at Charlie. “Lovely! Do you need me to wear them while you hem them?”

“Aye. Really.” Lori nodded, still chuckling. “If you think cutting your hair was a scandal… Imagine the reaction at your father's kingdom if you wore a skirt that short.” she teased.

Charlie gave a small hum. “Possibly. Are they all the same length as the one you're wearing right now?”

Ellie’s eyes widened in agreement. “Oh, stars, you’re right!” She burst into laughter for a moment, imagining the looks on her mother and father’s faces at her new appearance.

When she finally stopped laughing, she nodded to Charlie. “Yes, they’re all the same length as this one.”

Lori laughed with her and pressed a kiss to her cheek.

“Good. Then I should be able to hem the rest to the right length.” Charlie nodded. “But I will need to work on the one you're wearing to get it right.”

Ellie nodded. “Alright, perfect!” she chirped, giving Lori a kiss in return and resting her cheek on the captain’s shoulder.

“Of course, I‘m not going to let you go until we've finished our breakfast.” Lori smirked, holding Ellie close.

“That’s a fair enough comprise.” Charlie chuckled at the sweet couple as she moved a bowl of fruit back onto the table.

Ellie giggled. “Obviously, darling,” she cooed and cuddled against Lori’s chest. She closed her eyes and smiled. “I love you.”

“I love you too.” Lori smiled, welcoming the cuddling and kissing Ellie's forehead.

“Help yourselves.” Charlie smiled as she walked out of the galley to give the couple some time alone. “There's coffee on the stove or tea in the cupboard.”

“Thank you, Charlie,” Ellie called after her before tilting her head up to kiss Lori’s neck and jaw. “Anything to drink, love?”