“That’s because I like you, Jared. You’re a different case.”
Well, I sohow had the feeling that was the case.
‘Of course, ‘like’ here can be seen as the way soone adores a good dog, or admires a nice toy. It’s nothing special at all…’
“I see. Well, that’s quite advantageous for . I am happy to have found favor in the sight of the Princess.” I made a mock bow and laughed.
Sohow the chilly glare behind intensified, causing to straighten up my posture in a flash.
“Hahaha. You’re amazing, Jared. To think you were able to maintain your composure even after hearing that. It’s like you’re not at all fazed by anything.”
“Well, I feel you’re the sa. Your confidence is incredibly off the charts.” I replied to her words with a genuine smile.
I was actually enjoying this conversation. From what I sensed from Freya, it was the sa for her.
“Just my confidence?” A sly smile ford on her lips.
‘Oh, boy. What now?’ Won always tried to pull this off.
“You know, I’m considered extrely attractive by the people here. And I’m Royalty as well. Yet, you don’t seem too fazed by that fact. Even your Prince loses his composure at so point when dealing with , but you…”
‘Oh… so that’s what she ant.’
“Well, I have had the opportunity to deal with many beautiful won before. Royalty as well. So, it must be my experience that is helping.”
“Oh? You don’t seem all too old, though. Just how many won could you have experienced?”
It felt strange that I, as a minor, was discussing sothing like this with an Elf who was older than by a hundred years.
‘Well, if we strictly calculate our age, I should be older…’
Still, sothing about the direction of this conversation didn’t feel right.
“I’ve experienced enough…” I stole a glance behind to look at Maria.
Hopefully, she wasn’t too irritated by my conversation with the Elf Princess.
My actions were necessary! I simply wished everyone understood that.
Fortunately, Maria’s expression was the sa as always. That gave so peace, so I returned my focus to the Princess.
She looked slightly annoyed.
‘Ah, I forgot!’
Why did I turn my focus when I was discussing with Elf Royalty? I had gotten so carried away by our casual conversation that I had forgotten about how positions.
‘Co on, Jared! Focus!’
The only thing I could do now was apologize. The Princess would understand as long as I played my cards right.
“I’m sor—”
“So that’s how it is. I understand…”
‘Oh? She understands already? Perfect!’ I knew Elves were sensible, but not to this extent.
It seed Freya was far more perceptive than I imagined.
“Hey, Jared… can I ask you a personal question?”
‘Hm?’ I was curious at this point.
Just after accepting my apology, she wanted to ask a question. It would be extrely rude of to refuse, wouldn’t it?
“Please do.” I flashed my capable grin.
“Alright then. So, Jared, are you perchance in a romantic relationship of any kind?”
‘GUGHHH!!!’ I never saw that one coming.
I controlled my expression, but my heart beat very fast as the gears within my head turned to process the question.
Judging from Freya’s tone and expression, she was simply curious. It didn’t seem like she had any ulterior motives for asking.
However, the Mana I was sensing around her was quite… disturbing.
As confused as I was, an answer was due. Since I had told her to go ahead with her personal question, it was my responsibility to respond.
“No. I am not.” I told the truth.
Honesty was the best policy, after all.
“I see. Then, that’s fine.”
“May I ask why you asked that question?”
“I have no intention of replying.”
“Oh. I see…”
The Princess’ personality turned more assertive all of a sudden, and I began to get bad vibes.
Fortunately, our conversation ca to an end soon enough. After all, we had arrived at our destination.
—The Royal Palace!
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The Royal Palace guards welcod Freya with mild surprise and happiness.
They must have all known about the incident on the Eastern Border, so they were quite surprised to see their Princess back so soon.
She didn’t give them any replies to their confusion since her first course of duty was to give a report to the Queen.
And so, they could only open the gates for her, as well as us.
The guards—unlike the regular Elves—didn’t seem to stare at us with discriminatory eyes.
It intrigued a little, but I didn’t say anything. We simply entered the luxurious Palace compound and followed Freya through a side path.
As promised, the Princess took us to our living quarters.
It was a massive apartnt that had a very massive interior, as well as multiple rooms. The designs were intricate and elegant.
It was easy to see the beautiful craftsmanship of the Elves at work.
Since it was located in the Royal Palace, the building was extrely luxurious. This form of hospitality wasn’t sothing befitting of humans—according to Elf standards.
“Thank you for this hospitality, Princess Freya.”
“What did you say?” The Elf lady shot an icy look instantly.
“Sorry, Freya. Haha, thought you wanted to call you that since you suddenly grew stiff on .”
“Oh, that? It’s nothing. I was just in thought is all.”
‘Okay…?’ I stared at the incoherent Elf.
Deciding to leave things as they were was the best option for , so I let the issue slide.
“Well, you should all rest well today. I’ll deliver your ssage to the Queen, and I’ll be sure to speak in your favor too.”
Everyone in the room thanked the Princess.
“The Queen will decide when to et you, so please be prepared, starting tomorrow. For now, though, rest.”
Once she was done, Freya pulled by the right hand and went out of the room where everyone was.
“I do hope we speak once more…”
Her left hand covered the hand that she was already holding, sandwiching my right palm between both of hers.
Instantly, I felt a tingle.
It was a rush of Mana, yet it felt warm. The feeling perated my body, and then my heart.
Instantly, I understood.
“The spirits indeed blessed our encounter. I certainly hope they continue to do so.”
With that, Freya turned away and left all alone—standing in the corridor.
For a mont, I was frozen.
mories of the first ti I felt the sensation ca rushing in.
I raised my right hand and looked at it, recalling the sensation I felt.
It was Resonance.
But, for Elves, doing sothing like that was synonymous with one thing.
“Freya… likes …?!”
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