Chương 364: Chapter 346. Friends With Royalty?

John Ericsson's Point Of View" Strange to think that it's come up so quickly. I'll need to visit again when I can." Prince Delcan spoke to me as we waited for the carriage to arrive to take him and his family back to his home in Darkheim. It was finally the day for the Nyx Royal Family to leave Paradise after spending a week here resting and relaxing. King Leonard and Queen Crystal were currently speaking to Warrick and Aqua.

Sarah and Anna were currently speaking to Ruby and Emily about something, so I was simply standing with the Nyx children waiting for the carriage to come. And to be honest... I'm so thankful that they're leaving. I have been dragged to nearly every Shop in my city, interrogated about my decisions to allow these Shops to open here in Paradise, as well as other questions like why I choose to stay in Diablos among other things.

Usually, I'd find some polite way to tell the person asking the question to fuck off, but considering the questions came from either a King, Queen, or 1st Princess, I had to dodge landmines as I tried to avoid offending people. This all doesn't even include the fact that I couldn't do much for Charlotte as she was teased relentlessly by her sister. Constantly having her sit next to me and make her uncomfortable by bringing up Marriage and age...

It was all so much to deal with, eventually I would be released for the day... Only to realize the dread of knowing I'd have to do it all the next day." You'll be busy for the foreseeable future however, Delcan." Each day became more exhausting than the last. Eventually I couldn't even relax in my baths as I thought about what other thing they would put me through the next day. I guess the only silver lining is that the Nyx family seems to have a positive opinion of Paradise as they were exploring it.

Granted, I think the reason why Princess Melissa had such a bright smile the entire time was the bullying that she was doing to her sister and I as I was stuck between a rock and a hard place. All I could do was pray again, to any God that would hear me to keep her away from me from now on." Look at the two lovebirds! I can't help but wonder when you'll be like that with your Hubby, Char? Wouldn't you like that, Marquess Matthew?" And like that, my prayers disappeared into the wind like dust piles on the ground.

For some reason the Nyx children couldn't stop interacting with me. Once I would think that one of them would be finished speaking to me, one of the others would approach me. Charlotte of course, wasn't much of an issue. I enjoy talking to her since I'm comfortable with her. Prince Delcan seemed to come to me only to escape the awkward tension he had with Lady Kate. It seems that having his reasoning about letting his friend have the Apprenticeship has him feeling emotionally naked in front of her.

So, to escape that, he would run to me. I didn't mind so much, since we only spoke about simple things. As I said before, Princess Melissa just seemed to want to tease me for some reason... Maybe she's just an S? But I can safely say that I'd rather not play the M role unless Sarah or Anna really want me to. That becomes even more so when I'm being forced into that position because of our Noble Titles. I definitely do feel like I was being taken advantage of, but something about her actions feels off.

Like she kept trying to check something through our reactions. As for Prince Donatello, he seemed to only be observing me from afar... I wondered what caused them to view me so cautiously? Regardless of that, I have some answering to do." As for you, Princess Melissa. I think it's nice that Lady Kate is so honest about what she wants. That's what helped Sarah and I end up together and in return, how I was able to confess to Anna.

As for Princess Charlotte, I just wish for her to be happy, and I'll be happy to help her with that any way I can. As for your question, Prince Delcan, you'll always be allowed to visit your sister in Paradise whenever you want, like I've said, I have no want or desire to keep Princess Charlotte away from her family."" What a politician-like answer, Marquess Matthew." Support creative writers by reading their stories on Royal Road, not stolen versions." As a Noble, I must wear many hats, Princess Melissa.""

You certainly do, Marquess Matthew. But I can't help but wonder what you're like when you've put your hats away?"" That's something I try to show My Family and my Close Friends, Princess Melissa."" We're not Friends after this week, Marquess Matthew?"" I would never pres-"" Who said to presume? I'd like to be your Friend, Marquess Matthew." Princess Melissa's words stunned me. At first, I thought this was another attempt at teasing me, but Princess Melissa seemed to be sincere in her words.

Maybe all that teasing was to see if I could be her friend or something? Or like when kids bully the person they like in elementary school? If that's the case, I guess we could be friends at least..." I-"" Hey! No fair, Mel! I've been trying to be his Friend since I got here! You can't just barge in and cut in line!"

"?" Prince Delcan decided to surprise me as well. I never thought that a Prince would want to be my Friend. Well, I never saw myself Marrying a Princess either, so I guess befriending a Prince shouldn't be difficult? Though I guess I'm also Friends with 2 Princesses now besides Cynthia. Sarah's My Wife, so it doesn't really count, I think?" How is it my fault you need to be obtuse because you decided to interrogate him the first time you met!?"" Oh!?

You mean like how you kept making him feel awkward in front of Mom and Dad!?"" You know that's only because of..." Princess Melissa caught herself and stopped herself from saying something that she apparently didn't want anyone to hear. She looked a little startled by her slip of the tongue as she looked at me and then to Charlotte? The mood got a little tense for both Princess Melissa and Prince Delcan. I decided to interject since I didn't want them to have any issues as they traveled back home."

I'll just cut in her to apologize to you both, I didn't realize that you both wanted to befriend me. Having said that, I don't know how good of a friend I could be, but if you're both alright with it, I'll be more than happy to be your Friend." The siblings were confused at my words at first, then the realization seemed to hit them. Once it did, wide smiles appeared on their at first, scrunched up faces that betrayed their natural good looks.

All of a sudden, the tense atmosphere between them disappeared in an instant." Lucky them..."" What do you mean, Charlotte? I thought we were already Friends? I mean, I know I'm your Employer, but still..."" Huh!? You heard that!?"" I'm right next to you, how couldn't I hear you?" I've been working on my sense of hearing since I'm never able to catch what people are saying nowadays. Charlotte seemed surprised at my response." Hey, you used my name by itself as well.""

Well, I'm only around Friends right now, I doubt I'll be reprimanded for it. Unle-"" No! We're Friends! We've been Friends for a long time now! Don't worry about what I just said! Not at all!"" Wow... She's so desperate."" Did you forget when you gave me an impassioned speech a few days ago?"" Huh?"" Nothing! Sorry! You're very pretty!"" Look at you now, Lover Boy!" Lady Kate made a comment that Delcan tried to respond to... Man she really is going to have him wrapped around her finger...

It seems like Princess Melissa isn't going to let up either. I almost pity him." Well, it looks like we're interrupting something!" The Kings and Queens have walked back over to us, I can see the carriage that we're all waiting for, coming around the corner to our right. It looks like the time has come for us to actually say goodbye. While I'll survive a goodbye or 2, or 6, Charlotte might take it a bit differently.

I mean, Delcan has been here since she arrived as well, from now on, she'll be without any reminders of Darkheim here in Paradise. I guess I just need to be here for he-" See ya, Del! Let me know when I can visit my Nephew or Niece, okay?"" Hey!" Oh, never mind, she's teasing him along with her sister... Maybe it is hereditary after all?" Mel, Del, is there a reason you both seem so... Upbeat? You both were pretty stoic this morning after all..."

Both Princess Melissa and Delcan looked at each other and smiled as they said 3 words in unison in response to their father's question." It's a secret!" Their parents were a bit surprised, but everyone in the know seemed to chuckle at them acting so childish. With that, the Nyx family took their leave after saying their goodbyes and their thanks. Charlotte did end up crying when her mother and sister took their leave into the carriage. I'll need to make sure that she feels better later.

She's been a fan of the strawberry cheesecake we've recently improved upon... I should have her join Sarah, Anna and I for dinner tonight and give her a whole cake of it. I decided that was the best course of action for the day and then I followed through with it.