Chapter 9 Getting to know the princess 2 (2/2)

”The princess specifically said to give you the grandest room in the estate.” Tricia answered.

Leon looked at Tricia with confusion.

”Doesn't the grandest room belong to the princess?” Leon asked.

”It is said that the first time the princess arrived here she wasn't able to sleep in this spacious room. So she chose a much smaller room and made it her quarters.” Tricia explained. ”The personal knights of the other princesses are living in luxury. I guess the princess didn't want you to feel left out.”

”Well I will take my leave now. Please rest well.” Tricia said. ”And thank you for accepting my princess as your sworn lady. She is like a little sister to me so please protect her always.” She bowed her head.

”Do not worry. I am sworn to protect the princess from any harm. I will make sure of my promise.” Leon said.

”Thank you.” A tear dropped down from Tricia's eyes. She wiped it quickly then left the room and closed the door.

Leon was left alone in the spacious room. His luggage has been brought here earlier.

”Dimitri.” Leon said in a soft voice.

”Your highness.” A voice came from the veranda door. Dimitri emerged from the shadows.

”How did it go?” Leon asked. His friendly smile had turned into a proud demeanor of a crown prince.

”We are still under investigation your highness. It looks like it will take a while. They have made a good job hiding. They are not leaving any evidence.” Dimitri answered.

”Its alright. I can take my time here. I'm rather enjoying myself.” Leon's mouth hooked up to form a smile.

Dimitri was taken by surprise. This was the first time he saw the crown prince smile with brightness. In the past he has seen the prince smile either sarcastically or darkly.

”It looks like the future queen has a tough life here in the palace.” Dimitri said.

”Now that I'm here I won't let anyone bully my future wife.” Leon said with a dark face. ”But I'm rather interested to get to know my future wife more closely and intimately.”