Chapter 23 Unexpected Warmth (1) (1/2)

Chapter 23 – Unexpected Waro out”

Finally, Riftan, who made her wear leather shoes on her feet, said She nodded with a blush They went out of the roo Riftan’s hand into her own, they went down The arhts sat in their seats inside the cluttered tavern, where tables and chairs were closely packed

“Leader, I thought ere still staying So we are leaving now?”

One of therumbled with his arms folded over his chest But Riftan only took hold of her hand and went outside, co by the door chased after hi to continue doing that? It’s not like we’re used to it, but don’t just take it for granted”

“Quiet! I told you not to say anything”

Max looked up at the knight that had been talking with a puzzled look The youngeyes in return She hid herself behind the Riftan, daunted by the piercing gaze that was notbehind the knight snorted loudly

“It’s not funny Only because she’s the daughter of the Duke of Croix”

“I told you to shut your rowled vehemently The men claain and pushed her into the carriage

“Don’t on, said, and closed the door roughly

“They don’t look to kindly to your father But you’re madam Calypse, not Croix anyain”

She couldn’t find a word to answer, only gazing at the back of her hand on her lap ‘Only because she’s the daughter of the Duke of Croix,’ the words reminded her of how this relationshi+p with him took place

“Are you offended byher sit quietly, he asked in a nervous tone She looked up in surprise Has anyone ever cared about her feelings at all? She smiled unconsciously as she looked at his troubled face ht

“… you knohat?”

“Yes, hat?”

“You smiled atdown at her face with an indecipherable expression, slowly reached out and stroked her cheek Max was caught up in his intense gaze and stopped breathing The , soon pulled his hand away Then, he yelled at the o