"You know Your Majesty, when you were knocked unconscious by the stab of Prince Arnold's sword. Her Majesty Esther tried to save you with all her magic power. Even though at that time all the royal doctors had already stated that you would not be able to regain consciousness. Due to being far from place of birth, Her Majesty Esther's magic power is running low plus she used all her strength at that time," explained Helena.
"That's why Her Majesty Esther can't resist being treated like that by her Majesty," Helena added.
Hearing that made Arthur feel guilty. He never knew about it. It turned out that the woman he loved had to feel such suffering just for him. It made Arthur determined in his heart that he had to make Esther happy in the future.
It took a week for Esther to open her eyes again. She had been asleep for a week. When she opened her eyes, both Arthur and the two present seemed to be rejoicing to the point of tears.
Esther, who was confronted by Arthur just as she opened her eyes, immediately hugged the man tightly. Now she does not need to worry about this one child.
"Finally you're back..." said Esther, who was still weak.
"Didn't I keep my promise to you?" Arthur said as he gently stroked Esther's face.
"How were you while you were there? You never sent me your news. Every day I can only hope that you return safely," said Esther, raising her voice slightly.
Arthur started to frown. Even though during his time on the battlefield, he never forgot to send a letter to his beloved mother. Where did the letter he sent to his mother actually go?
Arthur just smiled at Esther. "I'm sorry mom. I was too busy while I was there that I forgot to send a letter for you."
"I'll forgive you that you came back safely," Esther replied with a small smile.
The days went perfectly as usual. Smiles and laughter always adorn their days. There is also no interference from Averia. Absolutely perfect!
Suddenly one thing occurred in Arthur's mind, which he immediately told Esther.
"Mother, how about we take a week's vacation in the Seandell area? I heard from my soldiers while at war, the area is very beautiful. There are many beaches and other night markets," Arthur said.
"Seandell Territory? You mean Raymond's?" Esther asked.
"Yes, you're right. It's Duke Seandell's territory. But how do you know Duke Seandell to call out his name casually like that?" Arthur asked a little suspiciously.
Esther just smiled and sighed while looking at the beautiful blue sky. "He was one of the special people to me in the past who decorated my childhood beautifully."
Arthur started to show a sour facial expression because he didn't like to hear Esther's words, which seemed that he had a good past with Duke Seandell.
Now various kinds of speculation have appeared in Arthur's head regarding the relationship between Esther and Duke Seandell. Were the two of them once lovers who loved each other and then Duke Seandell married his current wife for political reasons, so he left Esther? "I think we should just cancel our plans to go to Seandell's territory," said Arthur, his face still sour.
"Eh? Why? Even though I was very happy when I heard you wanted to take me there," replied Esther, who looked disappointed.
"But I won't be happy if we go there," replied Arthur, who seemed annoyed.
"After all, who would love to see the girl he loves with a man who had been her past," thought Arthur.
Esther took a deep breath. He also tried to give in for the sake of his son. "Fine, if that's your wish."
"Instead, how about we take a vacation to the beautiful meadows of the Sionels region?" offered Arthur.
Esther just smiled and said, "Okay."
After finishing getting ready, they began to leave for the territory of Sionels. This time they set off in a horse-drawn carriage and not with Esther's teleportation magic. So it took three full days to get there. For this holiday, they brought neither the maid nor Anne and Helena. Just the two of them.
It took a long time to wait for them to get there. But the scenery that is served there is very satisfying. After three days had passed, they arrived in the territory of Sionels. During this week, the two of them will stay at the residence of Count Sionels. Their arrival was warmly welcomed by the Sionels couple.
"Welcome back, Your Highness Esther and welcome Prince Arthur," said Count Sionels.
"Welcome back?" Arthur said as he looked at Esther.
Esther tried to divert Arthur's conversation. "Thank you for your welcome, Count Sionels. And thank you also for allowing us to stay at your residence."
"You don't have to be so shy, Your Majesty. You are my savior. You are free to enter and leave this residence," the Countess said, smiling warmly at Esther.
"I want to vacation here for a week. From what I hear, the Sionels area is very unique and beautiful. Too bad I came in a hurry," replied Esther.
"What a coincidence that you came today. My daughter and son-in-law will guide your journey while you are on vacation here," said Count Sionels.
"Your son-in-law? You mean Raymond?" Esther asked.
"Yeah, that's right. My daughter and her family happened to be on vacation here for two weeks. They're all already in my house."
Esther laughed at that. "What a funny coincidence."
"Then please Her Highness Beatrice and Prince Arthur come in!" said Countess Sionels politely.
"It's useless that I try to keep Mother from meeting Duke Seandell, if in the end the two of them also meet here," Arthur said in his heart.
The four of them walked into the greenhouse in the residence, while their belongings that were still in the horse-drawn carriage were carried by Count Sionels' servants.
As soon as Esther entered the glass room and saw Raymond, she immediately hugged the man tightly. Likewise with Raymond who returned the hug.
"Raymond, I missed you," said Esther.
"Me too. How are you?" Raymond let go of the hug and looked all over Esther. "Wait a minute! Why is almost your whole body covered in wounds?"
Esther immediately adjusted the sleeves of her dress, which was already neat. "I can't seem to keep it from you. This is the work of that slut Averia."
Raymond gritted his teeth in annoyance. "That damn woman never changes!"
"Never mind, it's over after all." Esther pulled Arthur so that he would stand by her side. "This is Arthur, my son."
Raymond patted Arthur on the shoulder lightly. "You seem to be in good health now. Next time don't worry your mother like that."
Their conversation continued. Apart from chatting with Raymond, Esther was also introduced to Raymond's wife. It seemed that Esther and his wife Raymond had gotten to know each other in no time.
In addition, Arthur also tries to familiarize himself with Logan, Raymond's only son. That's the one week they spent on vacation.