
Albert and I walked out of the dugout back to the training ground, walking hand in hand with Albert as usual . The soldiers who had returned to training saw me walking past him, one by one immediately bowed respectfully greeting and also expressing gratitude for the dishÂ
I just smiled sincerely and waved my hand as I said, "it doesn't matter just a simple dish, I'm glad you guys like it "
I saw in the distance Captain Molly, Captain Dan, and Captain Kate looking towards us . I dragged the reluctant Albert to meet them, to the eyes of Captain Kate and Captain Dan and to my hands and Albert's intertwined, it was clearly visible in their shocked expressions then coughed awkwardly . As for Captain Molly, I somehow saw her looking even more upset . I thought maybe he was still upset by the discussion with Albert, but I felt somehow Captain Molly was looking at me dissatisfied too .
Captain Molly cut off our eye contact and cleared her throat to resuscitate Captain Kate and Captain Dan, who still coughed awkwardly . Finally they gave a simple greeting together with Captain Kate and Captain Dan who spoke awkwardly, I smiled sweetly and told them to rise up no need to be too polite .
" Daughter, let's be here . The archery equipment is ready" Captain Molly said
Captain Molly also directed us to the right side of the training area, where there are many soldiers who are practicing archery . Those soldiers are experts in their archery using large iron bows and I'm sure it must be very heavy to shoot, the target in use is moving a very long distance . Perhaps in my world they would be snipers or long-range shooters, I saw how the soldiers were simultaneously putting up their arrows, lifting their bows, and raising their bows, then aim the target carefully and shoot simultaneously according to the direction . The arrow shot very quickly and accurately towards the target of the small target board which was at the end of the audience podium .
Even I only saw a small black dot in the distance, especially if I had to shoot precisely at the target of the shootout . I turned my head narrowed my eyes towards the arrow that stuck on the very far target board and was surprised to my surprise when almost all the arrows stuck in the midpoint accurately collected a high score .
I froze and exclaimed in awe when the squad leader said the results of their points acquisition one by one, as big get the full points only 2 or 3 people who slightly missed the midpoint . After that without delay or excessive enthusiasm the first team retreated in place with the second team who prepared to aim and shoot accurately, as well as so on .
The first time I saw the training of soldiers was really very surprised and curious, I began to pay attention to the details of the surroundings while still walking behind Captain Molly . Albert who saw my eyes sparkling very bright felt it was very funny, he chuckled to see me and smiled gently pampering . Captain Molly just walked straight without looking at us in the back as if she didn't care a bit .
" Albert, tell me .. Do you think I can be like that ?? " many are excited
Albert heard my very innocent question, he became confused as to what would answer ... how could Albert have the heart to answer honestly especially when he saw the innocent and vibrant gaze of Princess Clea and round eyes that sparkled small .
Captain Molly who had originally walked firmly in front also heard the plain question raised by Princess Clea, she was so shocked that she stumbled by her own footsteps and almost fell forward . It flashed a glimpse of the results of her training together with Princess Clea over the past 3 weeks, her face turning ugly when recalling the results . But what is the power of Captain Molly can only pretend to be silent not hearing anything and still continue to lead the way .
Albert who faced the awkward situation was confused whether he had to lie or speak honestly and finally Albert just pretended to cough and cleared his throat so that his tone looked serious .
" To be able to get such results requires the Princess' harsh training, your precious body will not stand it" Albert replied
Albert's words were soft and persuaded with attention, but it was very clear what he meant if I would not be able to get to that stage .
Actually I had also expected the answer to be like that, I myself was sure of the ability of this Clea body that would not be able to survive if doing even a little rough work . I'm just grateful if this body is still healthy until now since I moved into it, because it is clearly mentioned if the owner of this body in the original novel story is a fragile and sickly girl .
But still listening directly would make a bit of dissatisfaction appear in my heart, I pouted listening to Albert's answer . Although I knew Albert had tried to pack his words so well that I was not offended by his reply but still I was still a little upset .
Albert who saw me pouting annoyed to be confused and then he chuckled with anxiety at my childish behavior, Albert grabbed my hand to hold it in his wide and warm palm . I glanced at him a little in the corner of my eyes, looking at the gently smiling Albert towards me . I was blown away for a moment until Albert's sweet little heavy voice typical of a teenager just growing up entered my sense of hearing .
" What's pissing you off hem ?? can not martial was not a problem, after all in the future the Princess will always be protected by everyone "he said softly to me
Then Albert leaned towards me and whispered very quietly in my ear "including me" he added in a seductive tone
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My face immediately flushed at her words, I lowered my head deeply so that people could not see me blushing in shame . Albert re-enforced his body after finishing whispering in my ear, seeing my reaction that harrumphed in shame he chuckled satisfied with it .
What they didn't know was that in front of Captain Molly could hear the friendly chatter between the 2 teenagers, captain Molly's expression was very unpleasant in his view like someone who was holding back nausea wanted to vomit . Captain Molly really did not want to hear the conversation teasing each other behind her but unfortunately due to her very high martial arts, making her sensitive to the sounds around . This also includes the incident in the break room earlier .
Captain Molly who was unable to hold on anymore immediately interrupted the affectionate chatter between the 2 teenagers, she immediately turned to face them with an annoyed look and a choked voice holding back anger .
" We have arrived at his place, Your Highness the Princess please prepare "he said shaking then immediately turned towards the archery equipment that had been prepared
Albert who saw Captain Molly's extremely disrespectful demeanor immediately became angry, the look on his happy face earlier when he was with the Princess had disappeared completely . Albert would rush forward to make a calculation with Captain Molly for his brazen attitude towards the nobility and the royal family, but I immediately grabbed his arm to stop Albert's anger .
I shook my head slowly as a gesture of not taking issue with it, Albert looked at me with a dissatisfied look in his eyes but soon he just let out a sigh and complied with my request . Albert just led me to the archery equipment that had been prepared, he put leather gloves that had been specially prepared for me .
To be honest I was a little surprised to see Captain Molly who was angry with me, indeed his words addressed to me were not rude but I could hear if his tone was like holding back an unspeakable annoyance and could only endure it myself . I was quite aware of the change in attitude from Captain Molly since after the break after the first I thought at that time he was just still upset with Albert, now I feel Captain Molly was already upset with me at that time too .
After I finished putting on my gloves, I grabbed the rotten wood that I had been specially practicing with, install arrows and aim at the target board that is very close when compared to the target for the soldiers there . I focused my arrow shot to be more precise on the target because so many soldiers were watching me even though not blatantly .
Likewise with Captain Kate and Captain Dan who were looking at us, I released my arrows under everyone's attention . And the result .....
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I don't know whose voice is like holding back the laughter desperately to not come out, my face immediately shamed shyly wanting me to run away now but I can only look down embarrassed to notice my clean boot shoes just changed .
Albert immediately circulated his cold and sharp gaze around the person watching earlier, immediately everyone who peeked silently or stared directly immediately turned his head as fast as lightning back to practice each of them pretending as if they saw nothing . Afterwards Albert turned to face me and comforted gently .
" I think the Princess made great progress from the first time, it's okay let's try again maybe this time it will work" he said gently
" Uhuk .. pretty good I see . Her Highness the Princess please try again "Said Captain Molly awkwardly
Captain Kate in the distance ' Looks like Captain Molly has become more lenient in teaching '
Captain Dan in the distance ' Looks like Captain Molly's vision is troubled '
The first soldier ' It seems the story about Her Highness the Princess is a gentle girl is indeed true '
The second soldier 'Failed to remain entertained, if it was us .... '
Third soldier' pretty good what the fuck ?? not even grazing the edge of the target ?? '
The fourth soldier' was extremely envious of that special treatment .... '
Fifth soldier ' .... ' (so surprised I can't think ).
And that's some of the thinking of the people around, I raised my head that looked down at Albert who was still smiling gently at me then turned towards the flat Captain Molly as if nothing had gone wrong .
I also started taking arrows again and aiming at the target board more seriously this time . After being sure the arrow I released with all my might slid towards the board and hit the edge of the target almost going through it again .
I smiled happily looking at my arrow that could be stuck on the board, I exclaimed and jumped small in joy as I did not fail this time .
" irport ... Albert ... see the arrow stuck hehehe "excite me happy while laughing lightly shake Albert's arm beside me .
The soldiers around Captain Kate and Captain Dan who heard glanced back, saw the arrow that stuck on the edge of the target board almost going through it again . They would sigh helplessly again when their gaze turned to Her Highness the Princess who laughed happily while jumping a small look very beautiful and adorable .
Captain Kate' now I know why Captain Molly's being lenient '
Captain Dan 'a gentle girl can archery is also already good '
First soldier' very beautiful .... '
Second soldier ' I want to come praise too '
The third soldier' beautiful and sweet girl is never wrong '
The fourth soldier' a beautiful girl is indeed worthy of special treatment '
Fifth soldier ' .... ' (can't think anymore because he was fascinated by the beauty of Her Highness Princess )
Albert who felt the attention of everyone around turned back to the Princess immediately cleared his throat loudly to remind, after everyone woke up and returned to do their respective training . Albert was relieved that no man looked at his own in amazement at his beauty . Albert looked down at me who was still excited then he smiled gently .
" Very good .. "the praise was short but it sounded sincere, I was even more giggling to hear it
" Ahem, Your Highness the Princess let's continue "as Captain Molly reminded
I immediately stopped my excitement and took another arrow and continued my archery learning . The third arrow hit the target this time deeper instead of being pushed aside, I smiled very broadly . The fourth arrow passed the target which meant failing again, my smile faded away instantly I thought it seemed like I was complacent too soon . Albert who saw me back sad will soon be comforting but the words that will be spoken stifled in the throat when he saw me again aiming casually as if not sad .
Albert smiled proudly at me who was no longer sad when I failed, Captain Molly glanced at me lightly as I easily dispelled the thought of my second failure . Captain Molly's lips were slightly raised in amazement at my good self-control at this age . I practiced archery until the afternoon, Captain Molly finished training and gave a review and included it for my good results . Now I can be categorized as mastering the initial basis of archery .
I went back to my palace accompanied by Albert, we walked together all the way accompanied by an ungodly rant . Albert just listened quietly to my every word, I think Albert is a pretty good listener if his ignorant nature to me is eliminated .
We passed through the main palace and walked to the front yard to take Albert to his carriage, this time Albert would go straight back to the residence as he needed to handle his family affairs . I watched the chariot belonging to the house of Albelart carrying Albert in it pass away and disappear outside the gates of the Benedicte Kingdom .
I walked back to my palace to clean up and rest for a while waiting for Lady Marie to come teach . I leaned back and enjoyed the afternoon tea and sun in the lounge chair of my castle's front yard, I close my eyes to sunbathe comfortably every now and then I can feel many eyes glancing silently at me but I can't respond . I pretended not to feel the curious gazes of those little servants passing by as long as they didn't bother me .
I almost fell asleep when the voice of Deenna interrupted from the side, informing the arrival of Lady Marie Antoinette who had arrived . I opened my eyes to have Deenna invite Lady Marie Antoinette here, before long a woman who looks elegant and walks gracefully here . I threw a friendly smile to greet her, Lady Marie Antoinette bowed politely in greeting when she arrived before me .
I immediately helped him get up and said not to be too polite anymore in the future, we sat facing each other in the front yard lounge chair .