Chapter 114 - I want something to change (2/2)

Rhys looked at her with confusion, and she sighed. Does this man genuinely think kissing her all the time is going to change her feelings for him?

”I do understand; you love me. Okay, prove it. I may be with Kazuya now, but I can't stop people from liking me,” and besides she isn't sure still about her relationship with Kazuya. Kazuya too noticed that her feelings are still vague, that's why he's working hard, ”So you can do what you want, but don't kiss me.”

After a brief silence, Rhys nodded, ”Yeah, okay.”

That's it? Lyn eyed him with suspicion; it can't be that easy. Look what he's been doing to her this whole time. Still, she saw confusion fill Rhys face. Why does he seem genuinely confused about this whole thing? Does Rhys think he's been doing normal things this entire time?

”So, I can't kiss you?” Rhys suddenly said.

Lyn nodded.

”How about a hug?”

Lyn blushed, wait was he silent this whole time because he was thinking about what is okay to do and what isn't? 'Friends, hug, right?' She can't say no to that one. Lyn nodded, and in seconds Rhys pulled her into his arms, ”So, I don't get this whole thing at all. And this probably isn't the time for it, but I do know I like you.” his hold on her tightened as he said these words.

”Rhys,” she murmured. This is a first for her. To think she went sixteen whole years without a single guy liking her before, to having two from another Kingdom with genuine feelings for her.

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When they returned to the inn, the others were busy planning away. When she saw how busy they were, Lyn decided not to get in their way anymore and take a walk around the inn. Lately, her heart has felt very restless. When she agreed to date Kazuya seriously, Lyn knew what it would entitle, but even then she didn't prepare for this situation. There are a lot of things she needs to know about a relationship.

Still, when she thought about Rhys, she did feel a bit strange. What an unusual feeling. Does she like him? Lately, Lyn thought that her idea of like and love differs from the norm. Or maybe it's because she isn't used to people? Spending so many years in an isolated area, Lyn knew her social skills are very lacking. So she ought to work on it, hadn't she?

Maybe she can ask somebody? But, a deep sigh passed her lips, 'I don't have any friends,' and Pupillam or the General isn't here either. She can't bother Kyou since he's out gathering information. It did not cross her mind to ask Allen that man is even worse than her at communication. Who else can she ask? As Lyn pondered on this, she caught a glimpse of somebody by the entrance of the inn. It was Beth; she seemed to be returning with a group of people.

A mature woman who is good at socializing and strong on the battlefield. 'She's so cool,' Lyn thought. For a while now Lyn had been secretly admiring the woman named Beth. There are no other good female role models around her, after all. Her sister? A bad idea, Mother, is even worse. Still, she wonders if it's okay. Most people would say that Beth isn't an ideal role model either. She's like Rhys; the woman does terrible things. At least according to Pupillam.

Even if that's the case, 'She's a nice person,' what she said at the meeting the other day confirmed it. Beth wanted to verify whether there were no traitors on Allen's side. Most people overreacted, but Lyn understood immediately. Rhys seems to treat her well too. Lyn saw how Rhys treated other females who liked him; he treated them like they were dirt or air. But Beth is different.