Chapter 5: The First Encounter : Part 2

Sophia's POV

"Are you the icing on top of my cupcake?" I asked, almost absentmindedly, smiling widely and staring at his handsome face.

"What?"

"Huh?"

Wait, what did I just say? Waaah! How stupid! I cringed inwardly as I realized my words.

"Cease your impertinence and remove yourself from me." He commanded in a flat cold tone.

"Oh! Haha! Sorry!" I quickly stood up from where I had accidentally fallen on him.

I brushed off my clothes and, as I looked up, I couldn't help but gasp. Oh my God! He so freaging tall! I almost exclaimed when I saw him standing.

I stared at him in awe. It was amazing that I wasn't even close to his shoulders. As I took in his posture, my gaze drifted to his uniform. He looked even more imposing in his military attire—a dark red uniform adorned with red lace patterns, stars, and a sash, likely because he's a high-ranking official. The fine detailing of the uniform made him seem even more regal, his stature exuding authority and confidence.

I couldn't help but notice his broad shoulders as well, and my eyes lingered at the realization of how wide they were. His chest was just as impressive. He was flawless—his skin was clear, not a blemish or freckle in sight, his tone even, his teeth perfectly aligned. His hair was so dark it almost looked dyed.

I quickly averted my gaze, suddenly feeling embarrassed. My cheeks felt warm.

Gosh! How this man is perfection in every angle? life is really unfair.

I took a deep breath, straightened up, and looked him squarely in the eye. Time to flirt—! I mean, time to thank him.

Just as I was about to speak, he suddenly grabbed me and spun me around, pulling me against his back. I felt like my head was spinning and my vision blurred from the sudden movement.

"You Insolent!" he muttered after stabbing the man who had been lurking behind me.

My heart was still racing from his sudden actions, and as I noticed the position we were in, I secretly smiled. Slowly, I leaned back against him and inhaled his scent.

Gosh, he smells like a baby. I can't!

I sniffed again, but then I noticed his frown as he glared at me. "What are you on about?" he asked as his expression become darker. I was startled when, without any warning, he suddenly pushed me.

Aw, wow, he really pushes hard!

"Deputy, who is this woman you're carrying?" he asked, his brow furrowed as he looked at the man who saved me earlier.

Wow? A woman, really? What about soul mate or future wifey?

"She's the maiden daughter of Bron Montclaire. According to Count Eltz, her father sold her, and the count planned to make her his fourth wife..."

"How did you know she's the daughter of the Baron?" he asked, staring at me from head to toe.

I suddenly felt nervous. I had forgotten all about that. What if they find out I'm not really the Baron's daughter? Wait, why am I nervous? I'm not even claiming to be his daughter! They're the ones insisting I am! And who is this Baron anyway? My gosh!

"Wait, there's a huge misunderstanding here, I'm not—" My eyes nearly bulged when the colonel suddenly pulled out his sword and pointed it at me. "Waaah! What the heck?!" I screamed, raising both of my hands.

"Reveal yourself, before I lose all patience." he commanded once again. 

"Can you not point that long thing of yours at me!" I said, my eyes wide.

I heard the deputy laugh at what I said, so I raised an eyebrow at him. Well, "long thing" could be a deep word for a sword, right? 

"Silence, woman! As I recall, the Baron's daughter is meant to be modest and genteel. Yet here you stand, most dubious, much like both thy speech and attire."

I suddenly looked at myself. What was wrong with my white rubber shoes, which were now brown and exposed because my knee-length skirt and sleeveless top were so worn out, and my hair was a mess... well, uhm...

I frowned. "I have my reasons! And what are you? A captain or a judge? You're so judgmental!"

I closed my eyes when he suddenly stepped closer, bringing his sword even nearer, causing me to step back. My gosh! Why is he so aggressive? Am I doing something to provoke him? Huhu.

"Confess, art thou not a spy?" he asked seriously, staring straight into my eyes.

I stepped back again when he took another step closer.

"Art my ass! I'm not spy! What are you talking about? And what spy? With my beauty, do I look like a spy?" I snapped back, though I was starting to get nervous because it seemed like he had no intention of lowering his sword.

"Colonel, the lady's appearance might be strange, but I don't think she's a spy. After all, the counts himself said she's the daughter of the baron."

"Behold this insolent wench! Aside from her shameful appearance, never have I encountered a maiden with such deplorable manners. 'Tis as though she hath never laid eyes upon a book!"

My eyes widened at what he said. His English was so deep, but I was completely caught off guard by how rude he put it. Wow, I admit his looks are truly otherworldly, but to judge me like this? Like I'm a used rag?

"Right, I'm not a spy. Actually, I'm not from here. I'm from the East! I'm from Insadong, Seoul, Korea. And I studied, by the way! I'm even a descendant of the great Kim Sejong!"I told him, with my hand on my waist, trying to strike a grand pose.

"Let us see if thou speakest the truth. Prove unto us that thou art from the Far East, and be not so bold as to lie, for I have seen one of their folk."

I swallowed hard at his words. I can't understand him it at all. Whats with the word art T.T

I looked at the deputy, but he was just staring at me as if waiting for me to prove myself.

What do I do? This man won't hesitate to kill me if I can't prove I'm from the East. Ugh, Why does his attitude contrast so much with his face?

Okay, time to act! I closed my eyes and took a deep breath. Then, I smiled widely ready to sing. 

"Mugunghwa kkoci pieot seumnida."

"Mugunghwa kkoci pieot seumnida."

I almost wanted to jump off a cliff when I saw them both frown. My gosh, Sophia! I'm definitely going to smack you when you wake up from this nightmare. This is so embarrassing!

"Mugunghwa kkoci pieot seumnida! Mugunghwa kkoci pieot seumn—WAAAAH!" I screamed when the colonel suddenly swung his sword at my neck. The shock made me close my eyes.

"Waaah! What did I do wrong?! It's the theme song of the most famous K-series in my country. Have you never heard 'Redlight, Greenlight' from Squid Game? are you guys a boomer?"

 IT'S EVEN FAMOUS IN OTHER COUNTRIES! FOR F SAKE!!

"You are truly as foolish as you seem." I heard him shout. "Grab her! This woman is indeed a spay." I almost cried when I opened my eyes and saw the blade of his sword right between my eyes.

"No...I-m not.." was all I could say before I completely lost consciousness.