The Missing Princess

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Chapter 38B

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~Levi~

Walking out the front door I watched as (Y/N) continued to stay ahead of me as we descended the stairs down to the carriage. As we reached the nicely decorated carriage I open the door for her and watch as she climbs in. A little fearful about the carriage I look up at the sky seeing it was crystal clear.

Since the last time (Y/N) and I were in a carriage together I had grown a bit apprehensive about riding in one again with her. Hopefully it stays clear. Climbing into the carriage I sit beside her closely. Looking up at me she gave me a sweet reassuring smile. Feeling a bit awkward I didn't know if I should smile back.

Turning my head away I look out the window. I don't know what the hell I'm doing. As the carriage slowly started to drive away I felt a little relieved. With my hands folded in front of me I kept my gaze outside. Do I say something? Maybe compliment her appearance... but she looks beautiful everyday so what would be the point, she already knows that.

Feeling something creep under my folded hands I look down finding (Y/N)'s hand trying to hold mine. Staring at her slightly uncomfortable I was still trying to get used to the whole being a couple thing which meant having to hold hands and do all that lovey dovey crap that I had no practice in what-so-ever. Watching as she turns her head forward slightly embarrassed and disappointed she slipped her hand back.

With my closest hand to her I grab her hand and intertwine my fingers with hers after letting out a shaky breath. Damn brat. Feeling my face warm up I had hoped this would bring a smile to her face.

Looking over slightly she looked up at me a little surprised yet happy to see my bold attempt to being sweet. "You know you didn't have to hold my hand." she says shyly.

Pursing my lips together I keep my head forwards trying to form a sentence in my head. Shit why is this so difficult. Glancing down a smile tugged at her lips. She must find this amusing. "I-I know... but now I want to." I groan softly. Turning my head away once again I hear a soft chuckle escaped her lips. Smirking to myself I felt like I had accomplished something big when it was just simply holding hands. How stupid of me, can't even have enough balls to hold a girl's hand... but then again she's not just any girl.

Gently squeezing her hand I turn back towards her and kiss the side of her head. Now, kissing her head, that was something I was more comfortable doing. It had been a while since I had last held her hand but it never usually an endearing gesture.

~Time Skip~

As we made our wait into Pridoria I felt more at ease knowing he didn't get into any trouble on the road. After telling the driver to stop I quickly step out before turning to grab (Y/N)'s hand. Gently pulling her from the carriage she stepped out and stood beside me as I shut the door. "Go park over there." I order pointing in the direction of a local tavern not too far from where (Y/N) and I stood. Nodding his head he turned the horses around.

"We'll meet you there in a few hours." I inform him. Nodding his head again he snapped the long reins causing the horses to rush forward.

Grabbing (Y/N)'s hand once again we started walking down the road together. Walking into a few shops I watched as (Y/N) looked through the many options of clothing. Looking to me she pulled some outfits from the rack. "I'm going to try these on." she says.

Nodding my head silently I turn to the worker. Handing her some cash I lean in. "Keep her busy while I slip away for a moment, don't let her leave that dressing room until I return." I whisper.