A Face that launched a thousand ships

Part 7

part 7

He was pacing around the room when a knock was heard from the door. "Come in." he said, facing the door. The wooden door opened and in came an old man dressed in a fine manner, "Sir, a letter from Master Antonio has arrived." The blonde's eyes widened in happiness, he approached the old man and took the letter, "Merci. You may go now." He immediately opened the letter and read it.

Francis,

It's been a week since I left Reino de Espana. I got lost here, but worry not, I am in safe hands. I am staying at a house of a nice local here. I'm not really aware where I really am right now, but I am enjoying it here. I met a girl who is both nice and pretty. She took me in their house. I really like her. I do not know why but, there's a weird feeling inside me. It's like a mixture of happiness, fear, and anxiety. Well, I hope you are okay. Don't worry about me. Also, say hi to Gilbert for me. Gracias.

-Antonio

After reading the letter, he took out a pen and paper from the drawer and began writing.

"Hey! Tan bastard, there's a letter that came for you." A small boy with black hair entered the room with a scowl. In his small hand was a letter addressed to the brown haired man. "Ah," his head cocked up, "gracias, Spratly." He went over to the boy and took the letter then patted the little boy's head. Spratly puffed his cheeks as his eyebrows met at the middle. The little boy left the man mumbling unpleasant words. As soon as Spratly left the man alone, he opened the letter:

Mon Cherie Antonio,

Ah, I am glad to hear that you are safe and in good hands. I never thought you'd meet such a girl. I thought you were not interested in such? Ah~ you are feeling love, mon Cherie. I would like to meet la belle fille when you get back. I said hi to Gilbert for you already, by the way. When will you go back?

-Francis

The man laughed, "Soon." He said with a weak smile.

A week had already passed since Francis' letter to Antonio arrived.

Francis,

Unfortunately, she had left for the capital. I am still here in her house though. She left a week ago. I am planning to return home soon, so do not worry. I do wish I could meet her again. This is the first time I have felt like this for a girl.

-Antonio

His blue eyes wandered around the couple who was under a tree just outside his room which was on the third floor. He played with the glass of wine on his hands. He stared out the window with eyes full of despise. "Damn thick brows. First he ditches my sister like that, and now he's flirting with a girl who is not even of royal blood!" he gritted his teeth.

Suddenly, his eyes widened as the blonde man under the tree with the petite girl knelt before the black haired girl. The man took out something from his pocket and put it in front of him as he knelt before the girl. The girl's hands reached to her mouth, all of a sudden, she jumped down on the blonde man and they both rolled on the grass. She hugged the man tightly making him unable to breathe yet reveal a very gleeful smile. Soon, his hands wrapped around her returning the tight hug the girl gave. He kissed her cheek and hugged her tightly. They stayed lying on the grass for a moment then stood up and walked towards the lake—holding each other's hand.