General Hayner

Axel started looking at Corrie more intently than ever as if he was painting a permanent image of her on his mind.

Corrie didn't feel good with this person staring at her all the time. His wounds were getting better by the second day.

The next day, he had to leave for the borders. He didnt say much the day before.

Corrie helped him pack for the journey.

The next day---

Axel left with a big visible pout on his face. So cute. He looked at Corrie nod to her and left on the horse with his men.

Corrie was free that day..and everything was quiet around the palace during the afternoon.

She wrote some notes in her room and heard the wind chimes.

She thought she would go around.

After some time---

She reached a door majestically designed with a large dragon on the the edge of the door.

She was filled with curiosity when a sword came from behind ready to slit her throat. She was startled .

The man asked,"Who are you? Do you not know you are forbidden to be at this part of the palace."

Corrie tried to hide the nervousness and fear in voice as she said,"I didn't know. I got lost after wandering around.

I am from the Crown Prince's chamber."

Hayner withdrew his sword and faced the trembling girl.

She looked up at him. He was tall with firm wide shoulders and body. He looked like a knight.

"I am the General. You shouldn't have roam so freely. Are you new here?"

"Yes"

As he listened to her, he began to smile . She was stunningly beautiful even in a server's attire.

"I'll let you go for today. Be careful not to wander alone again."

Corrie found her way back with the help of Hayner who talked about the kingdom.Indeed she had lost her way but she never thought she'd encounter such an interesting person.

He reminded her of Vince very much.

At the border---

"The trade has been going well,Your Highness. It has improved drastically thanks to your Highness' concern and hard work.",the trade officer said and showed him all the reports he had collected.

Axel had to go check 3 other border points.

He was already miserable.

After 5 days, he reached the fourth checkpoint.

He was displeased with something as he went to inspect every inch of the border.

It seems that some people had entered. Maybe a spy.

As he sighed and was about to turn. He saw some wild flowers blooming. It was an eye catching sight.

He went over and saw the one he liked the most... white flowers. He looked around and saw white roses which stood there standing out among all the other ones. He smiled at the sight of it and dazed off.

The officers who were accompanying him were left speechless at what they saw. They didn't dare question because the Crown Prince they knew was ruthless..