Chapter 65 Gaining an ally (2/2)

I look at Jack with an aura of royalty.

”I am the third princess of Alvannia, Alicia Von Heist.” I introduce myself with dignity as a princess.

The two young men has surprised expressions. But after just a moment, Jack came back to his composed cocky self.

”Princess Alicia huh?” Jack said. ”So you're the forgotten princess.”

”Mind your tongue, bandit.” Leon hissed. He was still holding the hilt of his sword.

”Relax, sheesh.” Jack said jokingly. ”I just said the things the common folks talks about. But I never imagined that the third princess was this smart. Well yes I have heard that she was a beauty that can sail a thousand ships. A beauty that even the crown prince of Grandcrest became infatuated with.”

”The crown prince of Grandcrest?” I asked curiously. I recall only met him once on my birthday ball.

”Well those are just hearsay. I have heard the news that the crown prince has sent a formal letter of engagement to the place not long ago.” Jack said.

”I haven't heard of this yet.” I said. ”Well I have been secluded for a long time now.”

'The moment I return, I must ask grandpa of this news.' I thought.

I looked unconsciously at Leon who was just beside me. He seemed like he was blushing and looked rather shy. Looking at this seemed odd so I rubbed my eyes and looked again. I saw his serious expression from a while ago.

'Maybe I was only seeing things.' I thought and shrugged it off.

”Well anyways let us go back to our original discussion.” I said. ”Do you accept my 'friendship' then?”

”I cannot see anything wrong with accepting.” Jack had a huge grin. ”Friends then.”

I extended my hand and Jack took it. We shake our hands to show our mutual agreement.