Ace’s POV
The morning air carried the crisp scent of dew as we loaded the last of our supplies into the wagon. Ray suddenly broke the silence, his voice cutting through the quiet like a blade.
"Ace, I’m writing a letter to the Silverhowl Kingdom about what we’ve discovered regarding the bandit." His fingers tightened around the parchnt. "
I also want to inquire if they’ve gathered any vital information about the bandit that we might not know yet." His tone was serious, eyes focused.
I hesitated, "But we can’t be sure if the pigeon can return to Thunoa Village imdiately."
Ray shook his head, determination etched on his face. "I understand that we can’t wait for the pigeon to return before we act. We must complete this mission before the Lantern Festival starts, which we’ve celebrated for years. I also know that if we fail, many people will be disappointed if the food ingredients for the vendors and materials for the lanterns don’t arrive. But at least we can command Kala to send a letter to our father."
I could sense the weight of his words. He was right; we had to act. "Okay, fine," I conceded.
He quickly began writing the letter, his quill moving swiftly across the parchnt. After finishing, he carefully folded it and put it in the pigeon’s leg.
"Kala, please deliver this letter to the Silverhowl Kingdom as quickly as possible." Ray’s voice was urgent as the pigeon soared into the sky.
Ovelia’s POV
Ann and I were eagerly waiting for breakfast to be served. Earlier, I had asked the waiter why the hotpot was missing from our table, and he explained that it was only available during the evenings.
Minutes later, Ace and Ray walked into the inn, making their way over to us. They took their seats, and just then, the waiter arrived with our als.
I gasped when he placed a gigantic sunny-side-up egg on our table.
"Wow, I’ve never seen an egg this big before! Do you have a giant chicken here?" I exclaid, my eyes wide with excitent.
They stifled their laughter, clearly amused.
"No, Ma’am. That’s an ostrich egg, but it tastes just like a regular one," the waiter said with a friendly smile.
I was amazed—who knew ostrich eggs were this large and edible?
I smiled back at the waiter and said, "Thank you!" He returned my smile warmly before stepping away.
"Everyone, dig in! After this, we’re headed straight to Thunoa Village," Ace announced, already beginning to eat.
I grabbed a piece of toasted bread, piled it high with a slice of ostrich egg, and took a bite.
"Mmm, this is delicious! The bread is so crispy, and the egg is so soft," I said, savoring every mouthful, feeling the delightful blend of textures dance on my tongue.
As I took another bite, joy bubbled inside .
Ace’s POV
It was a joy to watch Ovelia as she savored her al. It helped ease my mind for a mont. I wasn’t used to eating breakfast, but her expressions as she indulged in the food were infectious.
"Hmmm, this sausage! It’s delicious and tastes like a bear paw. So good!" Ovelia exclaid, her eyes sparkling with delight.
"Yes, Lady Ovelia! Even their soup has a hint of bear paw," Ann chid in, her enthusiasm matching Ovelia’s.
"Ace, don’t stare at Ovelia too long; she might just lt," Ray teased, making chuckle at its absurdity.
But my laughter halted when I noticed Ovelia clutching her throat, her face contorting in distress as if she couldn’t breathe.
"Lady Ovelia, here, drink this tea!" Ann said frantically, reaching out with steaming tea in hand.
Ovelia seized the cup and drank quickly, relief washing over her features. "Thank you, Ann," she breathed, her voice shaky.
"Ovelia, please eat slowly," I urged, concern lacing my tone.
"Sorry," she replied softly, resuming her al with a hint of embarrassnt.
"Enjoy it while you can, Ovelia. Once your etiquette instructor arrives when we return to the palace, you won’t be able to eat like that anymore," Ray laughed, shaking his head.
"You’re so an, Sir Ray," Ann retorted.
"Don’t worry! I promise I’ll do my best to beco a wonderful and respectful princess," Ovelia declared with a bright, determined smile.
"So, you’re accepting your fate as the princess of Silverhowl Kingdom?" I asked, surprise evident in my tone.
"Yes! I want to change myself. I want to be strong, and I’ll make sure you fall for !" Ovelia replied gleefully.
Her words sent my heart racing, and I could feel my wolf stirring, both embarrassed and intrigued by her boldness. It was a mont that filled with a mix of hope and excitent, igniting a spark within I hadn’t anticipated.
Ovelia’s POV
Did I just say sothing embarrassing? I can’t rember; maybe it was just my imagination.
After we finished our al, we approached the inn owner to express our gratitude for the complintary breakfast.
Once outside, I noticed the sun beginning to rise, casting a warm golden hue over the village.
"We planned to leave the village before dawn, but the sun is almost up," Ace said, disappointnt lacing his voice.
"We can still make it to Thunoa Village before sunset," Ray reassured him, a determined glint in his eyes.
Ray and Ann climbed to the front of the wagon, and Ace assisted in getting up. He joined shortly after.
"I hope nothing goes wrong today so we can reach Thunoa Village early," Ray said as the horse began to trot alongside the wagon.
As the wagon rolled slowly forward, the sun continued to rise, gradually brightening the surroundings. I observed villagers bustling about, preparing their wares for the day.
I realized for the first ti that nearly every house and shop we passed brimd with vibrant flowers.
"Sorry, Ovelia, because we don’t have ti to explore. If we finish our mission ahead of schedule, we could stay a bit longer... maybe tour the village," Ace offered, a hopeful smile on his face.
His words made grin.
"When we co back, I want to buy a bear paw to show Father," Ray said, excitent in his voice.
"Lady Ovelia, if we can stay here again, I’ll buy you an ostrich egg to use for our baking," Ann added cheerfully, her eyes sparkling with delight.
"I can’t wait to try it!" Ace said almost dreamily.
"I hope we can stay here again, even just for a little while longer," I said cheerfully, my heart ward by the smiles on their faces.
It was still morning, but an overwhelming joy filled my spirit.
I could see that we were nearing the edge of adowlark Village.
"WAIT!"
Suddenly, I froze, having heard a distant shout. I scanned the road, but no one was rushing toward us.
I glanced at Ace, Ray, and Ann; their faces remained calm. Perhaps it was just my imagination playing tricks on .
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