Alicia, The Eldest Daughter of the Williams family

Since being reincarnated into this world, this is the most excited that Ive ever been.

Can you believe that Im finally going to the Ravaal Kingdom? I mean, would you believe it? To be able to go to the Ravaal Kingdom, which was originally said to be impossible to access, is like a dream come true!

I dont like the idea of riding in a carriage, though. Maybe Duke-sama made sure that I wouldnt be harmed any further by having me in a carriage, but honestly, Im glad Im still in a cage. That way, I could become more like a villainess.

I wonder if my life over there will be spent living in prison

That would be interesting.

I found my mouth unconsciously slackened.

The problem is, I have to make sure that no one knows that Im a young lady. But theres no normal young lady with one eye missing, so I guess they wont find out.

As I was absentmindedly thinking about this, the carriage suddenly came to an abrupt halt and I was thrown forward.

Thanks to my regular training, I was able to stop myself before I hit my face. An ordinary young lady would have her head slammed into the carriage wall for sure.

What happened? Did I run over someone? Did some bandits show up?

I was about to look out the window of the carriage to see what was going on when the door opened violently.

What?

What came into my sight was Duke-sama, his hair slightly disheveled, a bit of sweat on his forehead, and out of breath.

It was rare to see the cool Duke-sama looking like this.

Did he forget to tell me something? It must be important since hes in such a hurry, right?

The horse that Duke-sama was riding also looked a bit tired.

I wonder what kind of road he took to get here.

Wellum

Just as I was about to say something, Duke-samas hand quickly went around my neck, and before I knew it, his soft, warm lips were already pressed against mine.

Before I had time to be surprised, my eyes went wide awake, and my thoughts came to a halt. I felt like I was drowning in that forceful yet gentle kiss.

I hadnt expected my first kiss to be taken away so easily.

Duke-samas lips gently parted. Surprised, more than embarrassed, I just stared at him.

I guess its too early to kiss a child.

Duke-sama smiled wickedly as he looked at my face.

Oh, Duke-sama was that kind of person. I had completely forgotten that he was a prince who looked cool but had a rather crooked personality.

Well, I knew that he wasnt the kind of prince who would come to tell me he loved me when we parted. He just came to tease me?

Even if thats the case, since he kissed me, I think its safe to say that he misses me at least a little.

Hmmm, but its still frustrating to be left on the receiving end.

I put both of my hands around Duke-samas neck and smiled bewitchingly, as if our noses were about to touch.

The princes favor is well-earned.

Duke-samas eyes widened for a moment, and then quickly broke into a smirk. I could feel my heart tighten as much as I could at that smirk.

Youre a cheeky little princess, arent you?

Im not a princess, Im a young lady Since when on earth am I supposed to be married to a prince?

Prince, we must be on our way.

I hear the slightly awkward voice of the guards. At the same time, I took my hands off of Duke-samas neck.

Oh, well, youve shown your true colors in front of the guards, is that okay?

The prince was supposed to have amnesia, right? Moreover, its not good that he slipped out of the castle and kissed a criminal

I glanced at the guards face.

He seems to be one of Duke-samas loyal retainers who was there when I was put in the caged carriage.

You take care of the rest.

He nodded deeply with serious eyes at Duke-samas words.

Apparently, he knew the truth about everything. I see, thats quite reassuring.

Duke-sama is a man of few flaws. Everything he did was perfectly executed.

Was it because I was involved? Well, lets not get carried away.

Dont look away from me in favor of other men.

Duke-sama grabbed my head with one hand and grinned at me, but his eyes were serious.

As long as I dont lose sight of my purpose in my trip to the Ravaal Kingdom, theres no way Im going to let someone else distract me.

I replied with a big smile, brushed off Duke-samas hand, and gently closed the carriage door.

Its not the last time well be together, and its not a bad way to say goodbye.

With that thought in mind, I got rocked again by the traveling carriage.

Righteous Flower of Evil:

I was not expecting that lol. Was a bit forceful, a bit rushed, but I cant say I hated it haha. Since Alicia clearly didnt mind all that much, Id say it was a good development! A fun send off! Though the line about kissing a child was no. Just no. Please. ^^ There were so many things he could have said, and that is what he went with? Im kind of scared to know what hed use as a pick up line now.