Chapter 11 Starting a new day 2 (1/2)

”I'm so sorry.” I cover my face with my hands. ”What has gotten to me today? This isn't how a princess should be.”

”Hahaha I am happy that you feel at ease with me princess.” Leon burst out laughing. He held my hands that was covering my face and pulled it down. He was looking at me directly. ”I would be really happy to get to know the real you rather than the third princess of Alvannia.”

He was looking at me straight thru my eyes. His brown eyes was focused on me. I can see the honesty in them. My heart started to thump hard inside my chest.

'What is this I'm feeling?' I asked myself. 'Why is my heart thumping so loud and fast?'

I can feel the warmth of his hands on mine. I kind of love the feeling but then I felt embarrassed. I pulled my hand out from his.

”T-Then it's okay to call me by my name when no ones around.” I said. I averted my gaze from him feeling shy.

”Then call me Leon.” Leon said. He gently grabbed my hand and planted a kiss on it's back. I blushed even further.

”U-umm I'm hungry. I'm going inside to eat. How about you?” I tried to change the topic.

”I have eaten my breakfast already. I will accompany you inside.” Leon said with a smile.

”N-no need.” I still feel embarrassed. ”I mean I can eat fast.”

”It is my job to stay beside you Alicia.” Leon said. Hearing him call me by my name made me blush even more. ”And after you have finished we would start some lessons in history and math. Later this afternoon we would have horseback riding lessons.”

”You'll be the one to teach me how to ride a horse?” I instantly felt happy.