Stupid kingdom, Belle thought a little sourly as the carrage bounced down the slightly rutted road nearing Prince Eric and Princess Ariel's sea side castle. One stupid letter sent by some nervous lord and now Adam would be late if he bothered to show up at all.<br/><br/>Belle crossed her arms letting herself feel her irritation, if their marrage wasn't hard enough he always put her second making her feel like a hindrance to him. Sometimes she wished that she'd just married Gaston, at least he'd paid attention to her even if it was only for her appearance.<br/><br/>Sighing discontent with her life she settled backing into the upholstery and watched the world pass by just outside her window. Soon enough the smell of salt in the air and the fresh sea breeze was making itself know and a few minutes later Ariel's castle was coming into view. Belle smiled determinded to have fun even if<em>some people</em>wanted to make it difficult.<br/><br/>Soon enough the carrage was rolling to a stop and Belle stepped out the sea breeze playing with her shortened skirt and the tendrils of her hair left down. She laughed lightly brushing her hair back and was greeted by a servant who took her to the parlor to wait to be greeted.