Chapter 37

Yuuljin was his childhood name.

He didn't miss it, though she called his name in spite of herself. He quickly snatched her little hand before she could remove it.

His face began to regain vigor. He looked at her with shining eyes.

"What did you call me, Your Highness?"

"..."

"Your Highness, how did you call me?"

"..."

At his asking, she just stepped back, with her face turning white.

But he followed her step by step and didn't let go of her hand.

"How did you call me, Your Highness? Please call me once more."

When she flinched and moved back, he lowered his head deeply. His tears dropped on his shoes.

I missed you so much.

He vowed for the first time that he would have what he wanted by all means, but he took caution because he didn't want to wound her heart. He kept pondering over how best to approach her. In the meantime, time passed helplessly.