Disclaimer: I do not own EAH, just a few OCs.

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She ran into her room and threw herself at her bed. Apple White was in tears from the exchange of words she had with Alex Liddell. He had hurt her. He didn't say much, but it was enough. "How could he say that?" She asked through her tears. "He doesn't even know me…"

"There there, dry your tears child."

"Huh?" Apple stopped crying and looked around. "Who's there?"

"It's me." Apple looked until her attention went to her mirror.

"Mirror?"

"Yes, I'm a magic mirror remember?"

"Right…" She sat up and wiped away her tears.

"A young lady like you shouldn't be upset."

"Really?" She got up and stood in front of her mirror.

"Yes, you must always keep a regal demeanor. People will look to you for guidance, when they gaze on you, you must inspire them. You must give them hope. You will lead them my dear."

"I…I…" As she continued to look into her mirror, she began to feel strange. She felt that her mirror's words comforted her. She felt warm, she felt like her body was being surrounded by an ember that warmed her body and relaxed her. She felt like all of time was standing still just for her. She shut her eyes and began to enjoy the moment.