Royalty is but of the heart. Not by what you own.

[lauren.]

A Prince who has been living the Royal Family motto his whole life.
A poor girl who has been stepped on, thrown out, and scolded by the rich people of the town.
A Prince who wants to live a life that he isn't really noticed.
A poor girl who wants rich people to fall off the face of the Earth but wants the life they hold.
Set in London, England in the 1970s.

name. Lydia Nickolette Ravensdale
age. Twenty
appearance.
family status. Poor, but I'm on my own. Have been since I was seventeen.
background. Ironically, Lydia is supposed to be a wealthy name
but as you can see... I've seen how rude the rich and royalty
can be and of course I steal from them. I need to live and they
aren't helping any of use out on the street. I'm coy and
mysterious as I've heard, at least that's what I have heard
people read in the newspapers in town. I'm pretty high up on
the Wanted List but nobody can seem to catch me, which I
prefer it that way. Though I am not completely alone out in
London, I have my trusty and loyal dog Trigger who helps me
out. I was taken out of school when I was about ten years old
to help my parents with income but we could never keep up
with enough money to feed all my siblings. So I said goodbye
to my family and went on my own when I turned fifteen.

[haileyjordan]

name, Landon Grant Swanson
age, twenty-three
appearance,
family status, Born and raised into royalty.
My mother is queen and my father is king of London. I am
next in line to become king, unfortunately, that
is not my plan for life. I am sick of people doing
everything for me and choosing how I live my life.
I am not allowed to go anywhere on my own, and
can only be out for so long. I've never had to work
for anything in my life, and I want to live how a common
person lives. My dream is to get out of the ties of royalty
and live on my own, how I want to live.

[lauren.]

*drooling* *closes mouth*
Alright! Not really sure how we'll kick this
off but I shall try my best & we'll go from there! (:
---*
Lydia.
I stood under a bridge as carriages and very little automobiles passed overhead. It has been about a week since I've been able to really clean myself up. I needed to go into town and get my food for the day, which shouldn't be hard. Actually it was kind of a thrill and of course Trigger helped a lot also. I leaned down by the small creek and splashed water onto my face to at least make myself presentable. I cleared my throat,"Alright, Trigger. Lets head into the city and see what we can do,"I said patting his head. His tail wagged as we headed out from under the bridge and into the city.

[haileyjordan]

Landon,
I was staring out the window that stretched across half the wall in one of the dining rooms. I had my hands in my pockets, chewing on the inside of my cheek. The city was always bustling with people. What I wouldn't give to just explore it. I let out a small sigh, "Something troubling you?" I heard. I turned around, seeing my father in the room. "Father, will I ever get the chance just to see the city?" I asked. He laughed, "Why son, we do not live that lifestyle. We don't need to go into the city, so I see no reason for you going out there. You're better than them." I slumped, "Of course," I mumbled, turning back to look out the window.

[lauren.]

Lydia.
I hummed quietly as we casually strolled into the city. The trick is to act like you fit in. I glanced at a lady passing and easily picked the scarf that was attached to her purse. I smirked as I tied it around my neck,"Hmm, silk,"I muttered as I continued down the sidewalk to head to the market. A lot of rich people were easily oblivious to the fact that people can easily pick pocket their things, which honestly made me laugh. I accidentally bumped into someone,"Watch where you're going peasant!"I man spat at me as he pushed me out of the way. I kept my mouth shut and held my head down so it wouldn't draw much attention. Hey, what can I say? I'm a wanted woman around here.

[haileyjordan]

Landon,
I watched out of the corner of my eye as my father left the room. A maid came in shortly after, "Would you like anything Mr. Swanson?" She asked me softly. I shook my head, "No thank you Katherine, thank you though." She quickly left the room. I ran my hand through my hair. I was sick of this-people constantly asking me if I wanted anything or needed them to do my dirty work. I looked out the window, maybe I should just sneak out. It would only be for one day. My parents would probably barely even notice. Now? I checked the clock-it was only nine. I left the room, heading into my bedroom. I wanted to fit in, and the clothes I was wearing weren't really...city appropriate. Plus people would recognize me. I quickly went through my closet, thankfully finding an outfit in the very back that would work. I needed to get out one way or another.

[lauren.]

Lydia.
I hated rich people with an extreme passion. They don't care that peasants or the poor are humans just like they are. It disgusts me to be truthful. Well I am always truthful. I could see the market coming up and was wondering if they had anything fresh, which they usually do. I looked down at Trigger and it seemed as if he was ready to spring into action at any moment.

[haileyjordan]

Landon,
I slid a cap on my head-the finishing touch. Now the tricky part was making my way through our way-to-big mansion unnoticed. I had had plenty of time to scope out the best places to have privacy, so I had a good idea of my way out. I quietly made my way the hall after hall, hiding when someone passed by. It was a challenge, but I was soon in the garden in our front yard. I was surprised I had never thought of this before. I carefully kept hidden, thankful for the foliage dispersed throughout the front. In no time I was enough distance away from the mansion and heading out into town. My heart was pounding-I was extremely eager to see everything.

[lauren.]

Lydia.
I chewed on my lip as I tried to figure out what I wanted. I came across a apple Stan and easily was able to slip one into my pocket without anyone seeing. I continued on my way down the street, making sure to stay out of sight of the policemen... I think they have my face memorized easily.

[haileyjordan]

Landon,
I made my way through the streets, easily mesmerized by all the sights around me. The children that ran around, their mothers trying to control them. The people at the stands, not afraid to shout at people to buy there food-it was all so fascinating. But I quickly found out that people didn't appreciate other people that just wanted to well, stop and look. I was shoved and glared at. It was pretty harsh out here. I stuck my hands in my pockets, making sure to keep my face low.

[lauren.]

Lydia.
I slipped some other food items into my pocket, until I was spotted by someone as I grabbed a loaf of bread. Shit, of course and I was doing so well. "THIEF!"A man yelled from across the street. All eyes turned to look in the direction the man was pointing then the street went haywire with the police trying to get through the crowd.

[haileyjordan]

Landon,
I turned my head in the direction the man pointed, seeing a young girl taking off in a run. And with that the crowds went wild, people running, pushing, shouting, it was chaotic. But I knew that she needed help. Sure stealing was wrong, but everyone had a story. I made my way the other direction, planning on getting to her before the others could. I had been through the streets (by car) enough times to know which streets connected where. I slid behind a wall, knowing she would be coming this way soon.

[lauren.]

Lydia.
I wouldn't be a thief if people were nicer around her. I had taken off running once thief was yelled, Trigger at my side. I stuffed the loaf of bread under my arm and took a turn around a corner, running down the alley way then taking another turn quickly to hopefully catch them off.

[haileyjordan]

Landon,
Once I sat her come into view I grabbed her arm, "Follow me. If you don't want to get caught you'd believe me. I can get you away from them," I told her, finally getting a good look at her face. She was probably the most beautiful girl I had ever seen before, even when she was running from a near death situation.

[lauren.]

Lydia.
I was completely shocked as he had grabbed my arm,"Let go of me,"I said yanking my arm away from him. "I don't even know you, so why would I trust you,"I spat as I looked back behind me, hearing the cops running on foot. Trigger whimpered getting anxious.