"Arielle, I am quite embarrassed to say this. I actually feel very unworthy to be sitting here right now. A few days ago you said you had forgiven me, but that could never erase my guilt for what I've done in the past."
"We've talked about this, Archie. I no longer have hard feelings about the past."
"I wish I could turn back time. Maybe I'll change my attitude and listen to my heart more. I want to treat you as a sister properly."
Arielle took Archie's hands, then squeezed it gently. The girl smiled, making Archie smile too. "Hearing talk like that alone makes me happy. Thanks for thinking about it."
"Arielle, it's likely that I'll ascend to the throne in a week before another chaos erupts. And… I am going to stay at my grandfather's residence. Before the palace is repaired, I should carry out all my duties from the Ambrose residence."
Arielle nodded in understanding.
"I will support you, Archie," she replied.