Before she could start concocting Kyles medicine, she must report to Arnold.

She asked one of her knight guards to give him a message, who was supposed to be working in the main castles office.

Then, what came back as Arnolds reply was a simple I understand.

What a surprise. Since its an act bordering diplomacy, it would likely be approved only under the supervision of His Highness Arnold.

Evidently, he really did intend to let Rishe be as free as possible. She knew she couldnt see through his true intentions, so she got to work.

First off, I have to make liquid medicine!

With a basket full of medicinal herbs, Rishe headed to the royal villa as fast as she could. She lit a fire in the kitchens furnace to simmer the multiple processed herbs.

After asking a maid to take care of the pot, Rishe returned to the reception room and questioned Kyle while waiting for the medicine to boil.

I see. So you havent had much to eat on the road?

Kyle looked down after Rishe asked.

Its embarrassing to admit, but my seasickness is terrible At sea, I was holed up in my cabin the whole time.

That must have been difficult. So how about after you arrived at Garkhain?

Ive been sick in the carriage since weve landed

Kyle seemed seriously dejected.

Michel smiled softly at the sight of the prince, serving.

But Kyle did his best too. I think he did a great job battling the nausea.

Michel, would you stop stroking my head?

I felt sorry for him. He threw up on the fruit too. I did manage to get him to put some water and ice in his mouth, but Im just not cut out to take care of other people.

Michel brushed Kyles silver hair with a plop as if he was patting a child.

You should have brought an ordinary doctor with you instead of someone like me.

Kyle then looked a bit stumped.

The queen will give birth soon. The number of doctors serving the royal family is limited, so I should leave as many of them as possible. Of course, I could have left you behind.

Entirely useless. Childbirth is a wonderful field, but its definitely not my area of expertise.

Some time ago, you came back in a bloody mess, saying I was able to witness the birth of a cow. Wasnt that part of your research?

Nope. Ive never seen one and I was curious, so I just got into it on a whim.

Youre the one who reduced the Koyor Castle in a state of terror for that reason

Rishe had heard that story too. She heard that there was a great commotion because of a bloody prowler walking around the castle.

It was said that not only Michel, but even Kyle, who had nothing to do with it, was called out by the queen and they were both scolded together.

Teacher often looks younger than 18-year-old Prince Kyle, you know. Though no one knows how old he is

After all, Michel himself couldnt remember his age.

On the outside, Michel looked like he was in his mid to late twenties.

But sometimes, he seemed more innocent than that, and sometimes he talked like hes been living a long time.

Anyway, we got to eat dinner today. Im sure Kyles strength will recover little at a time.

Michel said, but Kyles face remained detached.

Im ashamed for being unable to control myself. I need to be more strict with myself

Prince Kyle.

In Koyor, it was more common to honorably refer to him as Prince than Your Highness.

So Rishe addressed Kyle that way, just as she had done in her former life.

Self-care isnt about being hard on yourself, its about cherishing yourself.

Cherish?

To start with, get plenty of rest; take a long bath; and eat lots of nutritious and delicious food. Stretch out, exercise, laugh a lot, and spend some time having a good time doing what youre fond of doing.

Rishe smiled at Kyle.

You need to enjoy your life that way to be healthy.

Enjoy life

Rishe nodded as he chewed on the words repeatedly.

Dont worry about your return. Ill prepare you some medicine to keep you from getting sick on the ship. You can take it home as a souvenir. Im sure youll have more time to enjoy the scenery this time.

Kyle looked a little surprised and then bowed his head deeply.

Thank you, Lady Rishe.

No, please dont dwell on it.

She wanted him to get well, apart from diplomatic and other issues.

As she was contemplating, Michel said, By the way, Rishe. You said it would take some time to concoct the medicine. So, in the meantime, would you like to read this?

!

Michel nonchalantly pointed to the refining book he brought with him.

She has been wondering about it for a while now, but one possibility struck her. Like Rishe, Kyle seemed to have noticed it as well.

Thats your research record you showed me the other day.

Yes. I wrote it down just like everyone else told me to, but its not really my thing. Its all in my head.