Torturous Desire

“Is that so? You two seem…close…” she murmured.

“Is that how we appear to you?” I asked a little curiously.

“I guess...” she replied after a moment of hesitation before looking away.

I had no idea why she was acting so shy, but perhaps that was just the way that she was. I really adored her, and her reactions felt refreshing. Although I wanted to tell her everything because we were friends, I decided that it would probably be better to keep my relationship with the prince a secret. After all, I did give Prince Leonard my word not to answer questions about us even if I was asked.

“I see. I’m not so sure if we’re exactly close,” I replied as my thoughts darkened.

“What do you mean?” she turned to ask.