Later in the evening, Arthur walked Amara around the palace and met with his Tamed Beasts after she had a proper rest and soaked her body in the water for hours in her mermaid form.
Arthur held her hand as they walked outside, showing their intimacy to the palace's servants and the officials that Arthur was serious about marrying her.
"How are you feeling?" Arthur asked.
"I feel refreshed, much lighter. I don't feel strained while walking on my feet any longer."
"That's good to hear."
In all honesty, Arthur didn't think that Amara would reciprocate his sincere gesture. However, Amara's slender fingers slipped between his, locked tightly. Arthur's heart skipped a beat when he felt the warmth through her hand.
"Amara?"