Reborn as the Princess' Knight (GL) Chapter 60 Smile

Chapter 37: Smile.

Kein's POV

"Urgh my head..."

I groaned feeling like my back was being stabbed by a thousand needles and my head feels like it's been hit by a bat.

Did I drink too much again?

"Young miss, you're awake."

I looked up calmly recognizing the voice. Alfred was sitting quietly holding a book sohow reading it fondly. My body was slowly relaxing as I stretched and yawned.

"Alfred what ti is it?" I asked standing up from the bed realizing my armor had already been taken out yesterday and polished into one of the stands.

My armor was customized by my father just for having a dove carrying a rose on its beak for my armor crest. It was silly but... I really can't forget about her and I wanted to honor my family at the sa ti.

I kept my promise that day like I said.

I looked to the side, my two swords were also safe and on display. I breathed a sigh of relief. I was thankful that Natasha and Vincent were with when I got drunk or else.

"Roughly nine in the morning, young miss. Master Hills didn't want you to be deprived of sleep so he asked to just inform you of the events when you wake up." (Alfred) responded tily closing the book. "Lord Vincent and your adventurer friend had to carry you back ho drunk."

He stands from his seat and bows. "I shall wait for you outside when you have changed to guide you for today's schedule."

​ "Alright I'll have a quick bath and then head out." I nod having listened to everything as I take off yesterday's clothes.

Alfred walks away quickly towards the door and closes it.

I roll up my sleeves and take my black top off.

I looked through the mirror fascinated with the work I did. All those years working out was not for nothing huh. A toned six-packs due to all that training, my body was muscular at the sa ti I had the curve that would make others certainly envious.

However I don't think my body would count as sothing one can envy anymore.

My hand traveled to the unsightly scars of mine. If Rose saw these... I'm kind of scared of what she'll think of it.

Since magic no longer works on , aning I can't be healed and I can't just remove scars that easily now.

There were about twelve different cuts and sizes of scars.

"I don't mind them but... I hope the real Kein won't be mad at for having her body like this." I sighed trying to ignore all these shitty thoughts. I rubbed through my neck trying to stretch it hearing a satisfying crack.

I took a towel and went inside the bathroom taking a short shower. I poured a citrusy scented shampoo over my head feeling nostalgic. My hands worked through my hair smoothly as I got out of the bathroom, drying myself.

I wore so inner clothing before heading over to my armor. Through much practice I managed to wear them in under two minutes. The breastplate was light, the gauntlet was a little uncomfortable but I have the grip of it, and I have a golden branded battle skirt that makes move freely in battle.

It had a really unique design, it was light, easy to love around in, and the blacksmith definitely deserved a round of applause for this.

Once I wore all of my armor looking through my sword on the display.

I first took my cursed sword that I got for free in a store. When I gripped its handle I could already hear the thousand voices of the won that were slaughtered as sacrifices by the tyrant noble that owned this centuries ago in [Winshern]. Sohow it ended up in [Puronia] and I always wondered why but I never dared to find the answer.

They said whoever touches this unwisely for more than a day would break their mind.

However I was an exception.

The sword uses magic to break the user's mind. Magic doesn't work on and now I own this little cursed sword. "Even though father has told to be careful- it's already been two years and heck I can still think normally."

Although... the sword also whispers so weird complints from ti to ti-

I-I really don't wanna say what thirst comnts it gives when I use it and I ignore these ninety nine percent of the ti.

It was a longsword with a double-edged blade. Its scabbard was black with strong golden tal for its locket and chape.

The length of it was just right for , however two years ago I can hardly carry this thing because it was like the sword is telling to fuck off like it had a mind of its own making itself heavy as hell.

I managed to win the sword over by never leaving its side for days and keeping a promise.

The blacksmith called it, "[Nirvana]."

I placed [Nirvana] on my right waist and my other holy sword onto my left.

The holy sword that I got from a dungeon exploration party by accident with so adventurers that were raiding the area.

I actually t Natasha that day too after the whole sli incident. That was awkward, the holy sword was my score so the academy let have it. [Silverlight Blade].

I sighed for all this sword has caused trouble. The church got involved saying it's a relic left by the goddess, weirdly enough this sword pairs well with my dark magic despite it being a holy sword. I'll explain next ti but for now I must go.

I left my room noticing Alfred waiting in the hallway.

We walked together in sync with my armor making small clanking noises as we passed through the countless portraits of father's late wife.

"What's on my schedule today?" I asked, holding the two swords on my waist trying to focus and keep myself away from the headaches from drinking too much last night.

Alfred takes out a clipboard from his [Storage Ring] and his reading glasses reading everything on the list. "Since you have overslept I'm afraid you'll have to settle for a packed breakfast, young miss."

Ah, a packed breakfast. It's not that bad actually- I quite enjoy them. "Alright what's next."

"We have gained permission from the Duke, scholars, and the royal advisor to build an academy for basic learning for the commoners youth that has been approved after major backlash by the nobility." (Alfred) hands the clipboard containing a letter. I took it, the waxed seal had a lion crest symbolizing that it ca directly from the royal family.

I wonder... has Rose heard that I'm building a school for her? Just as promised?

I opened the envelope taking out the paper containing the approval seal of the King. Now, I just need to hire the staff, acquire the blueprints for the building, and enchant it with protective spells.

As well with adding [Elental Stones] for ergencies.

This would cost a lot but I don't care.

"Has my father said anything about the matter?" I turn to Alfred who shakes his head. I see that he hasn't said anything about it. "Please tell him about the good news. We'll need to hire a lot of construction workers and teachers that would be willing to teach children well." I gave him back the clipboard. Alfred scribbles down the notes that I said and bows.

"The only thing you'll be doing now, young miss, is going through your usual patrol around the capital and outside the walls." (Alfred)

I stretch a little, arriving through the stables. I could hear the horses neigh realizing my presence. I pat one of my father's horses brushing my fingers through its soft mane. It snorts a little, making a little surprised. On the weekdays when I have no other tutors father would let clean the stables and spend my ti with the other horses. I've grown quite fond of them.

However, I won't be riding normal horses today. "Is my steed ready?"

Alfred walks over to a separate cage dragging a leash with my loyal Pegasus that father gave to . "Yes, I believe Vanilla is ready." (Alfred) hands Vanilla over to outside of the stables.

Her white wings could certainly be mistaken for an angel's.

Father has gifted Vanilla for when I was seventeen and was close to graduating the Royal Academy.

"Vanilla, how have you been since I was away at the academy?" I asked, scratching her muzzle. She neighs happily licking my face before sniffing my sides. I laugh knowing what this little Pegasus was looking for. Vanilla gave a little whine when she couldn't find her treat.

"Don't be sad. I have it here." I took out an apple from my [Storage Ring] offering it in my palm.

Vanilla looked ecstatic imdiately chomping on the apple like she has never seen one in her life. She made so satisfying crunching noises before licking my face again.

Now my face is literally covered in horse saliva. Alfred coughs having sothing in his hands, "Young miss, I knew this would happen so I have brought you fresh hot towels." (Alfred)

I reach out to grab the hot towels feeling eternally grateful to Alfred or else I might go to work covered in horse saliva. I gave back the towel to Alfred.

I hold Vanilla by her leash before jumping to ride on her special saddle that's minding the wings. "Alright. I'm off to patrol the capital. I'll be ho before ten in the night. Tell father that I'll complete work once I've finished the patrol."

"Certainly, young miss." (Alfred)

"Vanilla, tsk tsk." I kick Vanilla's stifle gently before she spreads her wings.

Vanilla flaps them around majestically flying through the air, moving fast seeing the trees blur, the wind blowing into my face, and I smile feeling nostalgic of motorcycles.

This is the sa feeling when you're riding one just- it doesn't need petrol and it doesn't make any loud noises like vroom vroom.

"Uwah the freaking breeze is nice. I wonder if-" I stop my words when I almost said her na. Alright slow baby steps we'll get over it. "Vanilla co on let's go enjoy the wind!"

Vanilla neighs feeling the flap of her wings growing stronger. "The wind feels so nice!!! Whooooo!" I yell feeling so free up in the sky.

Thank you father for giving Vanilla to my life! Imagine owning a flying horse! On earth these are only a freaking myth but on a magic world like [Devalion]?! Man you can have these as your personal best friend!

I hug through Vanilla's neck for a second before looking through her amber eyes. Her white fur, and silver mane was really beautiful and smooth.

I know I could've picked a better horse na but I think Vanilla suits her better.

"Ah. We're close to the city. The headquarters are not far too." I muttered, leading Vanilla into the Royal Knights office.

Vanilla lands down gently, her hooves making contact with the bricked path. I pat Vanilla's forehead, she neighs happily as if thanking for the pat. I laugh softly going off her back. "I'll be back. Behave here for a bit alright?" I told Vanilla and she nodded in understanding.

The reason why Pegasus horses are special and rare. They can actually understand human emotions and are fast learners in learning new things. She could escape her own stable if she wanted to because the lock there was rather simple. "Thankfully little Vanilla here is a sweetheart aren't you?" I cup the horse's cheeks, booping her nose.

I could see Vanilla's tail wagging so fast at her back that flowers were blooming in the background. I smile running up quickly through the stairs wanting to be with Vanilla to patrol after I give my superior the reports.

I saluted to the other knights that walked by, pressing a hand to my chest before placing it into the side. "Salute."

The other knights did the sa with their armors clanking. "Salute to you too, newbie. Haven't seen you here at all- oh I recognize you- you're the first rank for this year's graduates." (Random Knight) laughs after giving a quick glance at .

"Yes, I am Kein Hills, sir." I responded to the knight who shrugged at clearly not interested. "Hmm... Since you're new here do you need help with directions?" (Random Knight)

"Where can I find the office of our superior sir?" I asked, breaking the salute.

They gave a grin. "Oh yeah it's just right there. Turn left, right, left, you'll see a vase then jump over it. See ya." (Random Knight) tried to cover up their laughs with their other peers leaving alone to stand in place.

You know I won't fall for that shit right? I rolled my eyes at this idiot's attempt to fool . I really don't wanna waste ti and spend my ti with Vanilla.

"Ugh of all the things-"

Soone tapped my shoulder and I imdiately turned back around. "Kein it seems that we will et again."

It was Natasha who crossed her arms clearly pissed off glaring at with those erald eyes of hers. Ah shit right- the night that I got drunk- I clasped my hands together bowing in the Asian way. "S-Sorry about getting drunk. You and Vincent had to carry back to the estate." I told her and she just let out a disappointed noise.

Natasha holds my collar close to her face, raising up in the ground a little. "You. Called. . A. Gorilla. You think Natasha can forgive you for just having a pretty face when you apologize?" (Natasha)

For soone shorter than she sure is strong- how can she carry all my weight like this? Natasha seed pale red when she looked up to et my eye, sighing as she put down harshly. I almost lost my balance and I had to swallow the lump on my throat.

I thought I was going to die for a second. I swear I could've sworn an angel calling my na. "I'm really sorry, Natasha." I told her again with my sincere voice.

Natasha replies by clicking her tongue and glaring at annoyingly. "Natasha has heard what those other knights have said. Do you need to punch them to get their brains working?" (Natasha) lifted up her clenched fists and I pulled it down.

"No need for such violence." I told her to take a breath of relief when she no longer looked pissed when I held her hand. "Anyways, why are you here by the way?"

Natasha holds my hand tighter, staring at it in fascination. "Natasha is here to file a report. There has been an S rank monster roaming about nearby the hunting grounds in the forest. We have lost track of it since this morning. I was not expecting to be able to et you here either." she stares at but I was excited about what kind of monster it was!

So that was her complaint. "What kind of monster is it?!"

Natasha let go of my hand looking pissed before walking down the hallway. Ah wait! I wanna know what monster it is! I ran after her. "Natasha, wait I need to know!"

"No need to know. Natasha already suspects the three heroes will be there to dispose of it." (Natasha) replies walking even faster.

Eh? The three heroes of the human kingdom summoned a year ago? I thought they were sent to travel all over the world to defeat the demon king or so bullshit like that.

"So where are you going then?" I finally caught up to her.

"Where you were heading. The office, Natasha has her connections. Natasha knows where it is and you do not need to jump over a vase to get over it." (Natasha) smiles faintly that I almost missed it. This is the first ti in a while that I saw her smile. Honestly, it's cute.

I covered my mouth to hide my laugh. "Natasha, you know you rarely smile. I like it when you smile like that." I told her and she imdiately changed her expression.

Her tone suddenly beca serious. "In my ho. Won are not allowed to smile. They are rely to stand beautifully by the side of their husbands like porcelain dolls. Smiling... What did Natasha look like?" (Natasha) asks so randomly I got caught off guard.

I scratch my neck hoping to answer honestly. "You were definitely cute, you know. I Hope I can see it one more ti soday."

Natasha suddenly stops at a furnished wooden door. She turns towards , "Here, Natasha will wait for you to finish. Natasha wants to learn how to smile more." (Natasha)

Wait what- before I could even speak Natasha goes to an empty chair, her face looking serious but her eyes were shining excitedly- I cannot understand how an expression could exist- but... that's definitely cute.

I opened the door and talked to my superior.

I gave him a salute placing my hands to my chest before returning it to my side. "Salute. Duke Tristan Wolford." I greeted Vincent's father. Apparently I'm going to be working under him for a while.

Duke Wolford nods seriously at motioning for to sit in front of him. "Commander Hills. Welco now let's talk about work shall we?"