Captain of the Guard
THIS IS BAD. THIS IS REALLY BAD. I’M NOT SURE HOW I’m supposed to explain this to the palace.
Since Sir Cain was still young, I didn’t think it would be a big deal for him to ride together with them, so I approved Her Highness’s request. However, Her Highness’s lovestruck eyes made it clear that she had fallen for Cain. The sound of the two girls enjoying themselves could even be heard outside of the carriage.
It’s true that Sir Cain saved their lives. I heard earlier that he was the same age as Her Highness and Miss Silk, so I figured he wouldn’t do anything inappropriate. He wouldn’t, right?
We managed to arrive at the next city without incident, but a new problem arose. Her Highness insisted that she wanted to share the same room as Sir Cain. I put everything I had on the line in order to enter the Royal Guard, and after slowly accumulating accomplishments over time, I was granted the honor of serving as the captain of Her Highness’s guards. If I were to report the events of this trip, my neck would definitely be on the line. If something were to happen in their room tonight, my neck would literally be on the line as well. I implored Her Highness to reconsider, but she pushed away my concerns with a simple, “But I’m scared without him.” I asked Lord Garm in the hopes that he would assist me, but it was all for naught.
Based on Sir Cain’s expression, he clearly wasn’t pleased with the situation either. He likely felt the same way I did about all of this. When the two of us were alone, I sneakily approached him.
“You understand, right? If something were to happen…”
He vigorously nodded and replied, “It’ll be fine.”
We spoke to the owner of the inn and requested a room change from a two-person room to a four-person room. After checking the room to make sure it was safe, we showed Her Highness in. I made sure to speak with their handmaiden as well and told her to keep a close eye on them. Everything should be okay… I should probably start thinking about how to explain the current situation to Vice-captain Daim.
Once we were finally within sight of the capital, I finally felt as though we were safe. Thank goodness nothing happened in the three days since the orc attack. As usual, Her Highness’s excited voice could be heard from within the carriage. Early in the morning, I had sent Nat ahead to explain the situation to the vice-captain. Hopefully it went well… If it didn’t…
With a heavy heart, I could only tell myself that I was lucky to even survive. After the conclusion of this job, I should probably request some personal leave and return home.
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Telestia
WE ARRIVED AT THE CAPITAL TODAY. IT WAS SO much fun talking with Sir Cain, and I ended up asking him to call me Teles. Silk calls me that, so it should be fine, right?
Time flies when you’re having fun, and now we were already here in the capital. Cain had to go report to the Royal Guard’s headquarters, so we separated in front of the palace.
I entered the palace together with Silk, and we were let into the drawing room where my father was having a meeting. I needed to apologize for the concern I caused him.
“Father, I sincerely apologize for causing you concern.”
“It’s fine. Teles, Miss Silk, it gladdens me to see you two are safe.”
I then explained what had happened. Talking about Sir Cain made me really happy, so I may have slightly exaggerated his accomplishments. Still, in my opinion, he looked exactly like a prince that had come to save me.
Father and Lord Eric both sighed.
“So, Teles, the report stated that you and Miss Silk were all over your savior, Cain.”
I could feel my face turn red. I glanced at Silk, who was at my side. She was blushing as well.
“Based on your reaction, it seems that report was true.” Prime Minister Magna said as he stroked his beard.
“We want to bring Cain into our fold. If we were to say that one of you need to become his fiancée, how would you respond?”
My father’s words shocked me. I might become the fiancée of Sir Cain, my prince?
I immediately raised my hand and volunteered.
“I’ll do it!” My voice overlapped with that of Silk. I met eyes with her, and both of us blushed further.
“Is this Cain truly that impressive? Eric, are you fine with this?”
Father and Lord Eric looked at each other, then nodded. Afterwards, the two of them and Prime Minister Magna seemed to be plotting something suspicious, but I wasn’t in the mood to pay attention. My heart was full, knowing that I would one day marry Sir Cain.