I didnt know this lake was hidden in the woods. I guess this forest is really huge.

I cant guess the size. Elves are known to be in the castle, but the fact is, the castle stands over the elfs forest.

Its really amazing. Thank you, for showing me such a nice place.

Its not a big deal.

Carl threw a rock from the floor into the river and there were ripples on the river. Sienna stood near the lake and reached out. The water in the lake, which had been wrapped around her fingers, was as cold as ice.

I thought Id like to swim here, but I guess its impossible. The water is really cold. Ill have a heart attack if I just soak my feet, not even with my body.

Do you know how to swim?

Its not to a degree that I just know how to do it, but Im as good as a seal. Although Im not that confident in a race on the grounds, Im sure l can beat Sir Carl in the water!

Sienna expressed confidence.

Its amazing that you know how to swim when youre from the north. I know there are no rivers or lakes in Heidel.

He was also right. There were no rivers or lakes in the north. In summer, however, the snow melts and floods. The damage from the accidents was greater than expected, resulting in the occasional loss of lives.

Because of that, Jamie forced Sienna to teach him how to swim. It was something that everyone in Heidels land learned. Instead of elaborating, she said with a jest-like fist,

Haha, ha, if you have the will to do it, you can do it.

As Carl stared, Sienna poked her mouth.

Dont look at me like that.

How am I looking at you?

Youre looking at me with a profoundly analytical face. Are you thinking about whether Im telling you the truth or not?

He didnt answer her, but something was positive.

Its true. I know you dont trust me, but its real. Im really good at swimming.

She could have just said that she was good at swimming and pass it off as a joke, but Sienna got stubborn for no reason. He seemed to treat herself as a habitual liar, as he said, I cant trust you whenever she said anything, and he was staring at her with his I dont believe face, either.

Ill Ill believe you.

I think you just answered me by forcing yourself, but it still sounds good. I like how you say youre going to believe me. Ill show you how I swim someday. To make sure you feel that faith was not in vain!

Id rather not.

What? You said you believed me. I really know how to swim.

Its not because I dont believe it, but because of it, a bit much for the Crown Princess to show herself swimming in the water. There might be a lot of eyes watching. On the southern end of the sea, I heard that women sometimes play in the sea, but this is still the case of the Crown Princess swimming

Oh, youre right. I couldnt think of that. Sometimes, I forget that Im the Crown Princess.

Theres something else you can forget. But dont forget for a moment that you are my crown princess.

Siennas heart pounded at every word of Carls. His words may mean that she should keep your dignity as a princess, but she was still in a good mood from it.

Its really nice. I mean the lake.

A smile stuck at the mouth of Sienna. Carl, who was looking at her like that, smiled. The sunset fell over the lake.

Can we walk back?

When Carl said to go back, Sienna asked. She wouldnt have to have that scary experience again. No matter how tight he held onto her back, it was still scary for her.

Well be there the day after tomorrow then. Well, that is to say, if we walk back as you say.

That long? But Im really scared. And theres nowhere to hold onto. Then cant I ride on the back? Ill hold on to Carls waist. Thatll do!

That would be more dangerous. If you get in front, I can hold you, but if you get in the back, I cant hold you. If you fall off the horse because your hands are weak, youll be badly hurt. Horses are more dangerous to ride from the back.

Sienna looked at the horse. Looking at the smooth, curved hips that fell gently, it seemed as if she would fall off at his word. If she falls off the horse she tried to ignore the terrible imaginations that came up in a chain.

It scares me to ride even more.

Ill help you get back safely, so get on. Or you can walk all night.

Sienna had no choice. She could walk as close as she could. She was obliged to hold his hand.

Carl grabbed Sienna and sat in front of him. Sienna sat sideways and hugged Carl with both arms.

This way, youll be satisfied because youve got a place to hold onto.

Thats

As he said, there was a sense of stability than before, but she was nervous about staying close to Carl.

This is how you hold me. But if youre scared, make sure you close your eyes.

Sienna shut her eyes tightly. In the meantime, she squirmed as Carls hand came around her waist. He smiled smirkingly as her unstable breathing rang in his ear.

Try to hold in with your screams. People would be more sensitive to hearing it than me.

The black horse began to walk slowly against the opposite of the sun. He scared the horse as if he were going to drive it fast, but he actually drove the horse slowly. Sienna could see the elfs forest slowly and for a long time in the arms of Carl, she was blushing.

Hain questioned Sienna from the morning yesterday, who did not return to the palace immediately but only after sunset.

Where in the world did you go yesterday? You didnt come back until nightfall, so I almost reported the guards of the garrison that you had gone missing.

I told you. I had something to think about. Its been a long time since I walked.

For that, your shoes were too good. There were mosses and dirt on it, but there were not many signs of it being worn out.

She squinted at Sienna. Sienna tried not to make eye contact, admiring the reasoning power of Hain.

Im having breakfast in the bedroom, so please take it easy.

What in heavens name happened to you yesterday and youre going to go this far? Did you meet a fairy who lives in the Elvin Forest? Did she tell you to keep her secret?

Think as you like. And Ill take the tray with me. Please dont let anyone in my room today. I dont need cleaning either.

Sienna told her never to come into the bedroom. In any event, they should not have noticed the presence of Carl. He was not supposed to be in the capital right now.

At the words, Hain looked at Sienna with a suspicious look. Sienna, who felt a tinge of guilt from her conscience, made an excuse,

Only

Im so tired today. We had a lot of work yesterday.

It was amazing yesterday. I didnt know Lord Waters was that good. The Waters family isnt famous for nothing, but since its was so far away, theres not much news that reaches here. But its amazing to say how he was able to compete against on equal terms with the imperial knighthoods most famous swordsman, Lord Trint!

Yesterdays duel was a victory for Lord Trint.

But hes much younger than Lord Trint. When Lord Waters is the same as Lord Trints age I cant even imagine it And he felt really cool yesterday. To be honest, the Phoenix Knights have been so mean up until now. They can ignore Your Highness, but they cant resist you! But when I saw them this morning, I did feel sorry for them. I could hear their pains from how much Lord Waters was working them. The public doesnt even get close to the Phoenix Knights. Theyre scared to see that miserable figure in their dreams.

Im pretty sure hes being generous if its only that much.

That is? I heard that he isnt a human being

But I told him to leave at least half of them and work them. Dont tell me they couldnt stand it all, did they? I even mentioned the dishonorable expulsion in any case if they quit easily. But even if they all quit, I dont have any regrets.