The Return of Crown Prince Gladiolus

We have just come back from our visit in Duke Matias' estate. The sun was just setting in the horizon when we got off our carriage.

"Big sis, I will be retiring for the night." Satiana curtsied and walked away after we have come inside the palace.

"The little princess has to carry a huge burden on her small back." Jack murmured to me while looking at the departing Satiana.

"I admire her strength." I said while also looking at Satiana departing. "When I was her age, I was still a coward and didn't know what to do." I sighed remembering my past.

"But you have grown into a strong and independent woman now." William who was by my side said to me.

"It is thanks to all of you and all my friends that I became strong." I smiled at him. "I will be going to my mother's quarters. Jack, please inform the kitchen that I will be eating my dinner there with my mother."

"Of course your highness." Jack bowed and left to do as I have ordered him.