Prince Charming

Festival

It's one day before Hari Raya and Aisy was invited to attend the celebration at Istana Nurul Iman. Aisy broke fast with her family at her home before flying to Brunei that night. Since this year is different from any other year, Aisy's family members and Aisy decided to spend their Hari Raya early. There was a lot of happiness in Aisy household that night. Everyone asked forgiveness with each other and little kids scored some green packets.

After all the fun and joy, it was time for Aisy to go. Prince Mateen promised to pick her up from the airport when she landed in Brunei. As Aisy arrived in Brunei, she saw Prince Mateen leaning against a pillar out of sight from the public. She knew why he did that because the last time he was seen by the public, rumours spread, a lot of people wants to take photos with him and it's impossible to spend a minute with him. Aisy hurried her ways to Prince Mateen so that both of them could get out of the airport. Aisy didn't have to stay at the hotel as she was invited by the Sultan to stay at the guest house. She was also invited to attend the Istana open house tomorrow.

The next morning, Aisy joined the rest of Prince Mateen's family at the open house. The public gets to shake hands with the royal family during this event so Aisy decided to spend time with the Sultan's grandchildren in the private room away from the public eye. Before she went into the room, Aisy caught a glimpse of Prince Mateen's figure and he never fails to make Aisy's heart skip.

Somehow Aisy couldn't get the image of Prince Mateen in a Malay traditional costume out of her head. How can someone look so good? She smiled at the thought of it. Aisy has fallen in love with Prince Mateen. She doesn't know what she did to deserve a Prince Charming.

After the event was over, it was time for the royal family to spend their time with their close relatives and friends. Everyone is having a good time. There was a lot of laughter, kids running around and adults catching up with one another. Aisy shifts her focus to a man and a little girl sitting on a couch at the corner of the room. She knew too well who they are. Aisy made her way to them. Aisy has never seen him being so happy before and looking at him smiling widely at the little girl in his arms makes Aisy smile too.

"Guys, look here." Said Aisy as she took out her phone from her purse.

They looked so cute together and Aisy couldn't help but think what will happen if Prince Mateen were to have his kids. He would probably love them as much as he loves the little girl. After all, Prince Mateen loves kids. Aisy also couldn't help but think about what he said a few weeks back when he mentioned he wanted 13 kids. Aisy smiled at the thought of it.

"What are you smiling at?" Asked Prince Mateen.

"Nothing." Replied Aisy.

"Was I too charming for you?" Joked Prince Mateen.

"Whatever helps you sleep at night." Said Aisy as she rolled her eyes.

"Hey. I want you to meet someone." Said Prince Mateen.

"Who?" Asked Aisy.

"My mum." Replied Prince Mateen.

Aisy was stunned. Then again, why would she be nervous when she has faced Prince Mateen's dad before? Prince Mateen's dad is also the Sultan and the ruler of Brunei so meeting Prince Mateen's mum wouldn't be a big deal.

"Alright." Said Aisy, unsure. Prince Mateen smiled.

When Aisy arrived at Prince Mateen's mum house, her house was filled with a lot of people. It was like a similar scene she experienced at the Istana. Aisy walked side by side with Prince Mateen. He introduced his siblings to Aisy and Aisy was shocked when she found out that Prince Mateen has a lot of siblings. Turns out his mum loves children thus she adopted a lot of kids. Finally, Aisy was introduced to his mum. She was nervous to meet her but it was all good when his mum gave her a friendly smile. Prince Mateen looked exactly like his mum and Aisy giggled when she saw how he behaved around his mum.

Before the day ends, Aisy told Prince Mateen that she wants to go back to her room because she was exhausted. Prince Mateen said his last goodbye and drive Aisy back to the Istana. That night, Prince Mateen called Aisy. He told Aisy that his mum likes her and is happy to have her around more often. Prince Mateen wanted to send Aisy to the airport tomorrow since she had to go back to Singapore as her school is starting soon but Aisy declined his offer because she knew Prince Mateen have something on tomorrow.

"I want to tell you this but I don't know how to say it." Said Aisy. Prince Mateen looks concerned.

"Shoot." Replied Prince Mateen.

'"Well, remember the other day when I accompanied you to your polo practice? I felt like someone is following me. Today, I felt the same way too. At the Istana and your mum's place too." Explained Aisy.

"Calm down, sweetheart. Why didn't tell me about it then?" Asked Prince Mateen.

"I don't want you to worry about it. I mean you have a lot of things to deal with. So, I don't want to trouble you." Said Aisy.

"You are important to me, Aisy. Of course, I am going to be worried about you. You are the only one I have left. I don't want to lose you, sweetheart. I don't know what I'm going to do without you. So please, next time tell me about it okay?" Said Prince Mateen.

"Also, don't worry about it okay? Probably someone trying to pull a prank on you." Continued Prince Mateen.

Somehow Aisy felt slightly assured when Prince Mateen said it.

It's been a few days since Aisy left Brunei. Prince Mateen have just finished his military duties and was heading back home when he suddenly thought about Aisy. He missed her. Prince Mateen texted Aisy saying that he missed her and couldn't wait until she finished school. Prince Mateen had everything planned out. He smiled.

"I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with you, Aisy." Whispered Prince Mateen.