I managed to curtsy properly, without falling over. Stupid dress, stupid heels, I thought miserably, but I smiled brightly. The entire court kneeled before me. I walked daintily up to a throne that I sensed was mine and sat, smoothing my skirt out. A tiara with redish-orange jewels in it was placed on my head, and my father placed a hand on my shoulder. "My daughter, Princess June Summers, has returned! Rejoice!" The court cheered loudly, and I beamed at everyone.

I was home. This was where I belonged, with my family and my subjects, not up in the world above, with...

Jack.

In my happiness, I had almost forgotten about my anger. A burst of fire exploded from me and several subjects became my own fire. I clapped my hands over my mouth in surprise, but no one even seemed fazed, as if it was a common occurrence. Father turned to me. "Come, June. We have much to discuss." We stood and left the room. Father retired to his chambers, and I was shown to my room. It was massive, with a king-sized bed and a closet that displayed whatever clothes you wanted.

I was basking in the awesomeness of having an actual room, all to myself, when there was a summons at the door.

"My lady, your father wishes to speak to you," the page said politely.

I smiled and patted his head. He appeared to be a young boy made of fire*, about Jamie's age. A pang of loneliness shot through me, but I ignored it. "What's your name?"

"My name? My name is Joshua, my lady," the boy squeaked, as if afraid of punishment.

"That's an adorable name for an adorable boy, Joshua." I tapped his nose. "Now, when I get back from talking with my father, would you like to play with me?"

"Oh, yes, my lady, I would love that!" He cried eagerly.

"Good. Now, if you want, you can wait here for me upon my return, and if they try to make you leave, just call for me. I will hear you, and I will tell them that my new best friend is allowed to go wherever he wants. Okay? And you can just call me Summers."

"Can I call you June? It's a pretty name." He smiled sweetly and I ruffled his hair.

"Sure, kiddo," I laughed gently. "Whatever you want. I'm going to get changed, and then I'll go see my father. Do you want to deliver that message?"

He nodded.

"Okay, Joshua. See you in a bit!"

He skipped out of my room and I closed the door. I picked out a new outfit from my closet, one befitting of a casual princess. Yellow skinny jeans, an orange fitted v-neck t-shirt with a pocket, my black and red Osiris sneakers. I put on an Alex & Ani positive energy bracelet. It was thin and delicate gold, and it had my initial on a charm. I put in my silver ball earrings, red gemstone earrings, and black studs. I left my bellybutton ring. I took scissors to my hair, cutting it short and choppy again, using the product I had snagged earlier to make it stand up and be all soft. I left my makeup alone. I dyed my hair the different colors again, giving the illusion of having flames eating my head. I strolled casually out of my room and wandered down the halls until I found my father's bedroom. I knocked, declaring who it was, and entered upon hearing a weak "Come in."

My father was laying in his bed, looking very ill. "Daughter, I am glad we found you. You look like-"

"Yes, I know father, I look like a boy like this. That's what has helped me survive for over 250 years up above. Continue."

"My daughter, I'm so glad we found you." He clasped my hand in his, his hands made entirely out of fire, but not burning. "I have another daughter, and you a sister, but I do not like her suitor. He is irresponsible, and good. When I'm gone-" he coughed and I helped him, giving him a drink of lava, but he waved me off and continued. "I know I'm dying. When I'm gone, you must find a proper suitor, one to rule the Kingdom with. I have a long line of potential husbands who have been waiting for this chance, if we ever found you. Most are about your age or older. Can you list some boys you've met? Possibly been close to."

"I recently kissed my ex-best friend, Jack Frost, just the other day."

"Jack Frost? Please do not associate with him again."

"He kept following me."

"How old are you, exactly?"

"I'm 17. Physically."

"You should have been married a long time ago. But nonetheless, you must marry within the year. You are the new Flame Empress. I will see your mother again. Say goodbye to your sister, Flame Princess, for me. Her boyfriend is Finn the Human. Farewell." His flame died down and faded.

I burst into tears, and someone heard the commotion and burst in. It was little Joshua. I held out my arms, not afraid of hugs since neither of us would burn, and he ran into them. I hugged him for a while, rocking back and forth in a chair, before pulling away. My tears evaporated the moment they touched my skin, and not a drop got on Joshua. I pulled back and examined him, holding him by the shoulders at arms length. "Joshua, do you have a family?"

He shook his head.

"Would you like to live with me from now on? As my brother?"

"Oh, yes, June! Please!" He hugged me again and I picked him up, carrying him out of the room.

I spoke to the guards outside I my father's room blandly. "There is no need to guard this chamber any longer. The Flame Emperor is dead." My voice broke on the last word and I started crying again.

The guards let me pass and I flew back to my room, still carrying Joshua. "I'm the Flame Empress now, I won't be able to play as often as I'd like. I'm sorry."

Joshua smiled. "Its alright! We're family now."

I smiled back and sat him down on my bed. "Good." There was a knock at my door. I stood and answered it. "Yes?"

"There is a suitor here to see you, my lady."

"Who is it?" I inquired.

"It is-" the messenger checked the list. "Prince Bubblegum, Princess Bubblegum's younger brother."

I groaned and rolled my eyes. "Is there any way I can get out of this? Maybe go break the news of my father's passing to my sister? Actually, I should do that anyway. Tell him it is at a bad time, and we are still in mourning."

I flew out of the palace, straight over a girl and boy, both with pink hair, and they almost melted from my warm air currents.

I flew off, eventually stopping at a place and knocking at the door. A dog in an apron answered the door. "Hello? And who are you?" he asked, rather rudely.

"Do not test me, peasant. My father has just passed, and I come in search of Flame Princess, and possibly Finn the Human. do you know where they are?"

The dog turned and yelled loudly, "Finn! FP! there's someone here for you!" he looked back at me. "Come on in."

I shook my head. "That would not be wise. I do not wish to burn down your home." I placed my bare hand on the wall and it left a black scorch mark in the shape of my hand.

"Er, maybe you're right. Stay where you are."

A girl made of fire came out, along with a mortal boy wrapped in... tinfoil?

I approached the girl. "Are you Flame Princess, of the Fire Kingdom?"

"Yes." Her voice was innocent. "May I help you?"

"Yes. I am June Summers, the new Flame Empress. Our father has passed." We stared at each other, then I rested a hand on her bare shoulder. "You may come back to the palace now, if you wish. I only met Father today, and he said I was to be the new Flame Empress."

The boy wrapped in tinfoil spoke up. "You're the lost princess? You look more like a dude."

I chuckled, not offended. "I was disgusted for years as a boy up above, and I prefer looking like that. See?" I snapped, and fire consumed my body, and when it disappeared, I was back to my normal slouchy form, in cargo pants and a hoodie. I shoved my hands in my pockets. "That is why I look like this. But I am not a dude. Who are you?"

"I am Finn the Human. The last Human." He looked quite sad.

"You are not the last human. But humans are mostly bad people, be glad you are all alone here. You know, you two make a cute couple." I put a hand to my chin. "Maybe I'll make you two the new Flame Emperor and Empress, when you're old enough. I have an important job to do. I must go tend to my other duties. See you around!" I wave my fingers and flew up, high into the sky. I hit something hard, and I forced my way through. I popped up, gasping for air, in the middle of the park. I summoned Kasai and told her to bring Joshua to me.

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*(like flame princess from adventure time)
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I was thinking of making a Jack Frost x Sophie Bennett? Would anyone read it?
Toodles my noodles!
~iamanawesometaco