The Neglected Princess

38. Flowers and Apologies

Olivia was in the pavilion, she paced back and forth with worry. He thought, what if the Crown Prince punished him for being disrespectful. Moreover, he immediately brushed off the Crown Prince's hand and left just like that.

"Wuaahhh .. I'm really crazy. Even though I'm upset and really dislike her character in a bad novel, I shouldn't have brushed her hand off, should I? What if he takes revenge and reports to His Majesty? maybe my father and two brothers are accused of being traitors. Aahhh .. What should I do?" muttered Olivia agitated.

Moments later, the pavilion door opened and Owen entered the pavilion. He looks into the eyes with his sister.

"It's true that you're here" Owen said.

"Yes? what's up, brother?" ask Olivia confused.

"Oh, that. I went back to the dining room after a walk and had a conversation with Her Majesty the Empress. In the dining room, I only saw His Highness the Crown Prince. When I asked where you were, he said, you're gone and I'm straight here" Owen replied.

"Did he say something else to my brother?" ask Olivia.

Owen frowned, "He is, what does His Highness the Crown Prince mean? say what is it?" asked Owen confusedly. I don't understand what Olivia meant.

"Ah, no. It's nothing, brother. It seems like I was too tense to talk" replied Olivia.

"Huhh, thank goodness. He didn't talk to Owen. I almost said something unnecessary" Olivia's mind.

Owen and Olivia waited for Victor and Octavius to come to the pavilion in casual conversation. Not long ago the long-awaited came, and it turns out Victor conveyed something unexpected. That night he was asked to stay overnight by His Majesty because it was already night. It takes about two hours drive from the palace to arrive at Duchy, the territory of power.

Victor immediately asked his three children to rest. And let the waiter prepare their needs.

"Save the night, Dad," said Olivia.

"Good night, baby. Good night" replied Victor.

A maid escorted Olivia to her room. The maid prepares a nightgown and helps Olivia change.

"Thank you, you can go now. The rest I'll do myself" said Olivia.

"Good, Miss. Excuse me. Have a good rest" replied the waiter.

Olivia stared at the female servant's departure until she disappeared behind the door. He turned his gaze around the room he was going to use to rest. 

"Can I sleep here?" olivia muttered.

He was about to sit on the edge of the bed, but his gaze was shifted towards the balcony of the room. He walked up to the balcony and looked up at the starry night sky.

"Wahhhh .. "gumma.

A breeze blew against his face. Olivia looked around and found someone on top of the tree looking suspicious. The tree is located in a garden not far from the pavilion where Olivia lives for the night.

"Who is that?" olivia's mind frowned.

The figure unintentionally turned around, and looked towards Olivia. He is shocked when he sees Olivia losing balance and falling from a tree. Seeing that, the panicked Olivia hurriedly walked into the room and closed the balcony door, as well as the curtains. He got into bed and got into the blanket.

"Who was that? he didn't see me, did he? He fell so, is it okay? god, why is my day like this? Already met the male lead character, seeing people fall as well. Ahhh .. "inner Olivia covered her face with a blanket.

"Don't know, ah .. I'm just sleeping. Whoever that guy was, wants him to see me or not, I don't care. Pretend you don't know anything" Olivia's mind again.

Olivia closed her eyes and slept.

***

"Aahh .. Why should it fall. My feet, " complained the Crown Prince.

The butler runs into the Crown Prince and helps the Crown Prince. He took medicine, also treated the Crown Prince's wounds.

"Your Majesty, how could you be hurt? it looks like your leg is sprained, I'll call the Palace Doctor," said the butler.

"No. Not necessary. I'm doing fine. After all, this was just a scuff wound. I lost my balance and didn't stand on my feet when I was up in the tree, I finally fell. You don't have to worry. Go and rest" said Arron, sending the palace butler away from his palace.

"Your Majesty, is there anything? Sorry, but I see you're fretting," the butler asked curiously.

"Oh, that .. hm .. I actually made a mistake with someone and I intend to apologize for my disrespectful actions. What should I do other than say 'Sorry' ?" arron looked at the butler.

"He's definitely not a man" said the butler.

"Why do you know?" asked Arron in surprise.

"Hm, I'm just guessing. Do you feel guilty for what you've done to the Lady-Lady all this time? Ehemm .. I mean the ladies who sent you letters" said the butler.

"not them. He is my acquaintance. So, what's your advice, butler?" ask Arron.

"Most women love gifts. Dresses, jewelry, flowers and sweet desserts. You can give one of them while apologizing carefully. That lady will definitely be devastated. After all, which lady will linger harboring anger on you," said the butler.

"Yes, I'll think about your advice. Thank you for your advice and your help taking care of my wounds. You can go," said Arron.

"All right, Your Majesty. If you need anything, you can call the guards. Excuse me," said the butler who immediately left Arron's bedroom.

Arron lay on the sofa and stared at the ceiling of the room. He thought of what he would give Olivia as an apology.

***

Next day. After finishing breakfast, Victor and the family say goodbye to the Emperor to return to power. Incidentally, His Majesty sent Arron to accompany the return of Victor and his three sons.

Arron who heard that was immediately delighted. At least he had a chance to apologize to Olivia despite not knowing how big the odds were.

Victor boarded the first chariot, with Octavius and Owen also aides to the Emperor. While the second horse carriage was boarded by Olivia and the Crown Prince.

Olivia stared out the window of the horse carriage, "What the hell is this? What other bad day will I have?" inner Olivia.

"Iv ... ah, I mean Lady, may I speak?" ask Arron.

"Yes, please. What's the matter, Your Majesty?" asked Olivia looking at Arron who was sitting in front of her.

Arron exclaimed a red rose from under her cloak and gave it to Olivia.

"I'm sorry. I admit my mistake. And I shouldn't have done something that made you unhappy. I'm sorry, lady," said Arron staring at Olivia.

Olivia was surprised, she was silent not knowing what to answer or what to say. It was unthinkable if Arron would suddenly apologize to him.