Chapter 44 Town festival 1 (1/2)

The next few days were eventless. My daily routine was the same. In the morning I have my studies, in the afternoon it was physical training.

I have just finished my breakfast when Leon entered the dining hall.

”Good morning princess Alicia.” Leon bowed slightly.

”Good morning sir Leon.” I answered. ”I will in the classroom shortly.”

”That won't be necessary.” Leon smiled.

”Won't be necessary?” I looked at him confused. ”And why is that?” I asked.

”Because we will be going out of town.” Leon's smile widened.

”Going out of town?” I asked in disbelief. ”But I can't go out without permission.”

Thinking of going out to town excites me. But I do not want to get my hopes up because stepmother won't approve of it.

”Why are you frowning?” Leon asked. He slowly approached me and cupped up my chin. ”Smile. You are the most beautiful when you smile.”

”Beautiful?” I felt my face become hot. I might be blushing again.

Leon smiled at me with amusement.

”Don't worry. Your grandpa gave me permission to take you to town. I have told Tricia to prepare you commoners clothes.” Leon said. ”We will be going to town incognito. There will be a festival today. And tonight there would be fireworks.”

”Fireworks!” I said excitedly.

”Yes, fireworks.” Leon gave me a bright smile. ”Go to your room and prepare.” He patted my head.

”I will, right away.” I said. I stood up excitedly a walked out the dining room towards my room.

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I am now wearing commoner's clothes. I am wearing a light blue dress and a light blue scarf on my head. My hair was tied in a ponytail.

”Are you ready?” Leon said. He was also wearing commoner's clothes. His shirt was color dark gray and his pants were black.

”Yes I am.” I looked at him with excited eyes.

Leon stood in front of me and caressed my cheek. ”Clothes can't mask your beauty princess.”

I feel a blush creep on my cheeks again.

”T-Thanks.” I replied shyly.

”Ahem!” I hear grandpa's voice behind me. ”I can see that the two of you are now prepared.”

”Yes grandpa. I am excited to go to town. It has been a while since I have gone out the palace.” I smiled at him.