I read a book about my restrictions in the library, but I could barely read it because I didn't have my language ability.

The sentences were difficult, and it was mixed with a special language that was made with magic.

If I had my language abilities, I could've read it easily. But I couldn't give up like this, I could ask Blake for help, find the imperial palace wizard, or come up with something else.

I was going to do my best to lift the restrictions and make sure to tell Blake the truth about me and Ser.

I thought meeting Ser would be the quickest way to end this, but she was blatantly avoiding me.

Moreover, she was even hostile when we met each other.

If I spoke to her, I might end up provoking her instead.

I closed the book and suddenly felt dizzy.

I sat on the chair for a while and then got up.

I couldn't keep being lazy like this. I needed to exercise. I should go for a light walk.

"Hello."

While I was taking a walk alone, someone greeted me.

When I turned around, I saw that it was Jayden.

He bent down quickly and greeted me.

He was dressed in comfortable clothes and held a training sword in his hands.

I wrote to him,

— Are you still training?

He nodded after seeing my writing.

"Yes."

A small break was given to the knights of the imperial palace before the founding day.

Of course, they continued to do their job but no formal training was conducted until the end of the founding day.

Jayden was still training even though everyone was taking a rest.

— You're amazing!

I wrote to Jayden and he scratched his head in embarrassment.

"It's no big deal. I'm trying harder because I'm not good enough."

His words were excessively modest.

Even his seniors, who complained about his blunt attitude, acknowledged his skills. He was a top graduate of the knights academy, so it was natural that he must be really good.

— You're being too modest.

I wrote again in my notebook, and he immediately denied it.

"No, I'm nothing compared to the Crown Prince."

If Jayden says that, then Blake is recognized for his skills. Seeing that his efforts from an early age paid off, I felt as if I was the one being praised.

Suddenly, I heard Blake's voice from behind.

"What are you two talking about so happily?"

He casually walked up to my side and held my hand tightly.

His attitude did not change even though a woman with the same appearance as Ancia appeared. However, I still had a question in my mind.

Why is he so nice to me?

Even if he wasn't sure who was the real Ancia, it was much more likely for him to suspect Ser than me...

'Jayden is training.'

"Really?"

It was easier for me to talk to Blake by mouthing the words.

'Isn't it amazing to train on a day off?'

As expected, Diana had a good eye for people.

I was looking at Jayden happily when Blake said, "Jayden, let's have a sword fight."

"It's an honor."

Jayden must've been surprised by the sudden confrontation but he immediately bowed his head.

They headed to the field.

When people saw that the Crown Prince and Jayden were going to fight, many knights stopped by to watch them.

"Oh, Miss Rose is here too."

"Hello, Miss Rose."

They greeted me.

They had already grown accustomed to me by now, so no one frowned or stared or made an unpleasant expression like before.

"You've become so beautiful that I didn't notice who you were before."

"That's right. You look different."

They talked to me in a friendly manner.

I smiled lightly and greeted them before looking at the field again.

Jayden was one of the five knights with a large physique.

When he entered the academy, Diana said he was the biggest one among the freshmen.

In contrast to Jayden's physique, Blake was slender and tall.

Perhaps because of that, I was somehow worried when I saw them standing in front of each other.

Blake, will you be okay?

As I looked at the two men facing each other nervously, I heard the knights talking from behind.

"Wow, how long has it been since we saw a sword fight?"

"Right? It's been too long."

"But will Jayden be alright?"

"I'm sure he will."

"That's right. His Highness seems to be in a good mood these days. I'm sure he'll be okay, I think..."

As I looked at the knights in confusion, I heard the sound of swords clashing.

Clang!

When I turned around, I saw Jayden being thrown to the back.

Huh?

What happened?

I couldn't understand the situation.

Then Blake asked,

"Do you want to continue?"

"Yes. Let's go!"

Jayden got up with difficulty, barely able to hold onto his sword.

Even though he was having a hard time, his face was full of excitement.

Blake used to be the one in Jayden's position.

Back then, even though he kept falling and couldn't hold the sword properly, his face was full of excitement and passion when he faced Tenstheon.

It reminded me of the old days.

"......"

I smiled and looked at Blake.

However, Blake was different from Tenstheon in the past.

Unlike Tenstheon's warm gaze, Blake's eyes were rather cold.

No, my Blake is nice. He isn't that kind of person.

I quickly erased the thought that came into my head.

When Jayden regained his strength, the battle began again.

But once again, he was thrown before even 10 seconds passed.

Even if I didn't understand swordsmanship, I could see that Jayden was no match to Blake.

Blake had crushed Jayden without mercy.

Isn't that too much?

The knight watching excitedly became even more immersed.

Blake had no intention of stopping and Jayden wanted to continue fighting.

No one dared to stop the Crown Prince.

Jayden was going to get hurt at this rate.

He's Diana's precious friend...

Jayden fell again many times and he couldn't stand it any longer. I approached him.

'Sir, are you okay?'

He couldn't read my mouth so I wrote in my notebook.

— Are you okay? Are you hurt?

He looked at my writing and replied with a nod.

"I'm alright."

In contrast to his answer, he didn't look alright at all.

He seemed to be having a hard time talking.

— You need to stop.

Jayden shook his head.

"No."

I tried to persuade the stubborn Jayden, then I heard Blake groaning behind me.

'Ah!'

I turned towards him in shock and saw him sitting on the floor.

My heart sank for a moment.

I quickly rushed to him.

'Your Highness, what's wrong? Are you hurt?'

"My wrist..."

Blake dropped his sword and pointed at his wrist.

Did he get hurt during the battle?

I anxiously examined his wrist when I heard the knight's voice.

"Your Highness, are you okay?"

"Your Highness!"

"Your Highness is hurt!"

Upon hearing the news of his injury, the knights rushed to our side.

The knights would be much better at first aid than me.

As I tried to move to the side, Blake pulled my hand and took me into his arms.

"Got you."

'Y-your Highness...!"

"Go."

He ordered the knights to leave and soon, the buzzing atmosphere calmed down.

What's wrong?

I wanted to take a look at the situation but I couldn't because I was trapped in his arms.

After a while, I looked up and saw the knights walking to Jayden's side.

"Jayden, let me help."

"I'm fine..."

"Come on! Ow!"

The knights carried Jayden over their shoulder while Jayden kept saying he was alright.

Soon, they were out of sight.

"Ahh!!"

I looked at his hands again and found that nothing wrong.

'Your Highness, are you alright?'

"I don't know." He pouted.

I laughed because it reminded me of the young Blake.

'Are you angry?'

"You only care about others. You don't show any interest in me."

'Me?'

"Why are you so nice to Jayden?"

Huh?

Jayden treated me nicely from the start. He never judged my appearance.

So I was really grateful to him.

I felt comfortable with him because of Diana.

But I didn't think that I paid more attention to him.

'I've never done that. Are you sure you're okay?'

"Oh..."

I grabbed his wrist again as I said doubtfully.

It wasn't swollen. Moreover, it felt like a one-sided battle and Jayden didn't touch Blake at all.

"Oh, it hurts."

'Does it hurt a lot?'

I should've stopped them earlier.

No matter how good his skills are, there was a clear difference in their weight.

He might have sprained his wrist during the battle.

'Should I call the doctor?'

"No."

Blake looked at me coquettishly.

I slapped his arms while smiling.

He was lying!