A Regret Worth A Lifetime

Crown Prince Zaro finally shifted his gaze to the Nathanian Princess for the first time since she entered the room. His gaze hinted at confusion but Princess Athena Valen seemed to be pretty serious despite her calm appearance.

"Why are you asking me that?" the Crown Prince asked her back.

"Because it's obvious," Athena said as she sat beside him. "Besides, I'm curious," she added.

"You don't seem to be that type, Princess," Zaro Aventine muttered. 

"I know. It's strange, right?" the Princess asked. "Strangely, I'm curious about why you used to smile so sadly whenever she's around and now... you look like a man who fell to despair after losing his lover."

Starting to become more invested in the conversation, Crown Prince Zaro almost smiled at her words. "Is that so?" He glanced at Iria and continued, "You're right, Your Highness. I indeed love her but... not every feeling are welcomed."