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5.He is Not Over Her!

5.He is Not Over Her!

Irin was a proud lady with a talented sword, skills horse riding skills shooting arrows, and dark spells. She had long green hair and always tied it. She was introduced to the royal family at the age of 6, and always remained close to Prince Eric.

The sun rose up, Iriin and her elder sister Mona got on their horses. and rode on to the capital. They headed straight to the palace, where the crown prince was waiting for them on the doorstep. They got off their horses and showed courtesy.

"Your Highness."

"Irin!" said Eric, who was more than happy to see her. "How long are you staying?"

"As long as I want to sir," said Irin.

They walked around the garden. Eric tried to make conversation and Irin responded in detail, they laughed at each other's jokes. They told each other everything that had happened.

"Mona and I are taking jobs at the capital," said Irin.

Eric smiled.

"So, you are staying?" asked Eric.

Irin nodded blushing.

"How about my guard?"

"Sir. I've been honored," said Irin.

The Queen wanted nothing to do with Irin. She knew Irin wanted nothing to do with Irin, who obviously wanted nothing to do with her, She was not suited for the court.

"Keep an eye on the girl." said the Queen.

The servants nodded.

"Maybe,, Your Highness should ask for her hand in the summer party." suggested a court lady.

"Maybe I should!" said Eric.

Eric went to his chamber excitedly. Eric had been waiting for some years. He had dinner served with a glass of wine. It smelled nice, he took a sip.

He drank it.

In the evening, as expected Eric called upon Irin. She got dressed in a green and golden dress.

She headed to the Prince's chamber,

Eric smiled upon seeing her, who showed courtesy. They had dinner, a salad pasta and steak. Eric brought the best wine.

Irin decided that she liked the wine. It was sweet and warm. She smiled.

Eric stared at Irim, waiting for her to start the conversation, but she was busy enjoying the food.

"Irin."

"Yes, my prince:?"

"Have you ever thought of marriage?" asked Eric. Hoping she would say yes and tell him that she had always wanted to be his. She'd been yearning for him like how he was yarning for her.

"Well." hesitated Irin. She was aware of the answer he wanted her to give. "Not yet. But I've been asked for a hand."

WHAT? Who would dare to ask for the hands of a lady who 'the crown prince' was interested in?

"From who?"

"Mr.Yosukezy of House Shirel."

Eric panicked.

"The rumors say he is sponsoring your cousin and Lady Arial," said Irin.

"Ian has always shown interest in the throne, which Father does nothing about out of his guilt for my late uncle."

Eric was frustrated, Ian obviously was after the throne, but the King let him show his ambition claiming that all powers had to be checked once in a while. Thanks to that, Ian had a handful of spotters who wanted him to replace Eric.