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Ersatz Island: A Short Story

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Once upon a time, there was a kingdom on Ersatz Island. This Island was so small that it wasn’t on a regular map. Even though not many people came to the island, the island was a beautiful place. It had a lot of exotic plants and animals that called the island home. In the center of the island was an enormous castle. The castle had enormous walls surrounding it, but the gate to get in the castle was always open. Living in this castle is a king, queen, and princess. The King, King Mason, is a very strong leader and a very protective father. He ensures that everywhere his daughter, Princess Katherina, goes, she is accompanied by her bodyguard, Lakota. King Mason also is very good at decision making. He is happily married to Queen Belinda. Queen …show more content…

In her dreams, Alan was handsome, caring, and funny. He was constantly making jokes about little things that had Princess Katherina laughing until her stomach hurt. They spent all day together and Princess Katherina didn’t want the day to end. Princess Katherina woke up the next day sad that her dream about Alan had come to an end. Even though she was upset about her dream ending, she was ecstatic to meet Alan. She took her time to get ready because she wanted to look perfect for him. When she was finally done, Princess Katherina walked out of her room and greeted her …show more content…

My mom says that I will know when I meet the right guy. I just hope she is right,” said Princess Katherina. “I agree with Queen Belinda. Good luck.” said Lakota. “Thanks,” said Princess Katherina. They walked in silence for the rest of the way to the dining hall. Once they got to the dining hall, Princess Katherina stopped and stared at the door going into the dining room. “You’ll be fine,” whispered Lakota. He secretly wished she hated Alan. Lakota had loved Princess Katherina ever since they were little, but he never had the nerve to tell her the way he felt. She smiled at him then turned and opened the dining room doors. ... “Good morning!” exclaimed King Mason. He was sitting across the table from someone Princess Katherina didn’t recognize. This stranger was dressed exquisitely but he was not very attractive and he wore a disgusted look upon his face. “Good morning Father,” said Princess Katherina. “Ah, so this must be your daughter.” said the stranger, “I am Alan Fabler, son of a great nobleman. My family has much wealth and would love for me to marry into

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