The Enchantress

74.

Prince Chaeyoung.

After 2 days...

We arrived at the Kingdom of Once. The town looks more livelier as we passed by. We came unannounced so we don't expect a formal greeting.

We stopped by at the front of the castle's gate. A royal guard knocked. I opened it and the royal guard was shocked to see me. He then bowed at me and signaled to let us through. I thanked him before closing the door.

"I bet he said. It's true the Prince of the Kingdom of Twice, the brave Prince of Aevar is here."

"Oh shut up." Now I'm feeling more nervous than ever.

"You okay Chae?"

"No I'm not. This is more nerve wracking than facing Jaryu."

"Tsk... The bravest Prince of Kyria and Aevar are nervous only for a girl... How powerful love really is."

I was about to say something but the carriage stopped. I looked at the window, we are now at the front of the castle's door.

Tzuyu suddenly opened the door. "You can't hide here forever Chae." He then stepped out of the carriage.

I took a deep breath before I stepped out. The General greeted us, bowed them smiled at us widely.

"It's an honor to have you royal Highness back at our Kingdom. We've heard great stories about your heroism. You freed not just us but also Aevar."

"It sounds so great when you say it that way. But I had a lot of help." I patted Tzuyu's shoulder. "The new King of Tyrian himself helped me to save Princess Mina. He..."

The doors of the castle began to open and a running Sana appeared. She was smiling widely. Tzuyu ran towards her and they hugged each other. The people around us even the general were shocked as the two hugged.

"War brings two people closer." I said while watching them.

I then felt like I stopped breathing, for when I glanced at the castle's entrance there was she. Panting. Staring at me as if she saw a ghost.

I walked towards her. She looked as if she can't believe I'm here. I stopped in front of her and bowed.

"Your highness."

It took a few seconds before she responded by a curtsy.

"Mina."

"Chae... Chaeyoung."

I smiled upon hearing her calling me by my nickname.

"It's been a while."

"It is."

The air became awkward, good thing Tzuyu and Sana joined us. I bowed at Sana.

"Your highness."

She curtsied and said; "nice to see you back here. Please come in." She pointed towards the castle's entrance. She led the way with Tzuyu beside her. I followed while Mina walked silently behind me.

"How do you go by nowadays?" Sana turned and asked. I was confused by her question. "Which one? Savior? Hero Prince? Or is it Prince of Kyria and Aevar?"

She's teasing me. Tzuyu seems enjoying Sana's humour.

"None of it. I'm still the same Prince of the kingdom of Twice..."

The King appeared at the end of the hallway.

"My Princes!" He said as he hurriedly walk.

Sana and Mina ran towards their Papa, which made me and Tzuyu ran too. The sisters were surprised that we did the same.

"It's so nice to see you."

We both bowed at him. "We apologize for the sudden visit, your highness."

"No need for apology. You're welcome here anytime."

He led us towards the receiving room. Once he sat down, we all sat down as well.

"To what do I owe this visit?"

"Tzuyu was eager to go for Princess Sana's birthday."

Tzuyu elbowed me making Sana and Mina giggle. The King was confused.

"Prince Tzuyu? My Sana?"

Tzuyu suddenly became nervous. He then stood and kneeled in front of the King.

"Your highness. My intentions are pure. I do hope you allow it, may I court Princess Sana?"

Both Sana and Mina gasped. They were both touched of Tzuyu's gesture. That's a big point for Tzuyu. I remember how I asked for Mina's hand from the King.

The King smiled. "Your blood line are really brave. This is not the first time someone asked me for permission." The king looked at me.

I suddenly felt in the heat. Way to go King, exposing me in front of her. Sana and Mina were both surprised. Ugggh heavens help me! I want to sink in my chair right now.

"Like what I've mentioned to Prince Chaeyoung, I don't force my daughters into a relationship It'll be their decision." He then faced Sana. "What do you think my dear?"

"Papa, just say yes."

The King laughed then looked at Tzuyu. "My daughter wants me to say Yes. So, Yes it is."

Princess Sana went to the King and hugged him.

I felt Tzuyu has now able to breathe.

"Thank you your highness."

He stood and Sana faced him and was about to hug him when he gestured no. That the King is watching. Sana nodded then went back to her seat.

The King now is staring at me and the rest followed him. I was confused why they're looking at me.

"Well, isn't it your turn now?" The King asked mockingly.

Uggh, he's putting me in the spot again. It took a few seconds before I was able to respond.

"Uhm, I apologize your highness. I'm here to support my brother and also attend Princess Sana's birthday."

The King looked confused. He looked at me then at Mina then back at me. I saw at the corner of my eyes that Mina wasn't looking at her father.

"Oh, I was expecting... Anyways, forget it. Well, you should go to your own rooms and take a rest. I'm sure you're exhausted from the traveling." He stood and led us out of the Receiving room. He ushered me to walk beside him.

"Thank you for your hospitality, your highness."

"Don't mention it. It's not even enough compared to what you have done."

"Your highness, let's forget about it. It's all in the past. Your thank you was more than enough."

"Still, I owe you." He then leaned closer. "If ever you still want to continue what you have asked me before, I might grant it for you."

I was shocked. For real? He'll let me Marry Mina if I wanted to?

"You will, your highness?"

"Yes. I'll support you all the way, but still it's for her to decide."