(Rosa Pov)
I walked quickly to get into my room, when I arrived. I closed the door to the room and immediately lay down on the bed. I held my chest which was beating very fast. Because of the kiss earlier, I immediately left in front of the King and walked quickly to the room. I don't know why it could be like this. But I'm just scared, afraid that this is the wrong feeling.
I looked up at the ceiling of my room, and at that moment I immediately smiled again. I imagined how the gentle demeanor of the King could make my heart restless and happy at the same time.
I tilted my body to the right, and stared at the wall. Instantly I was surprised by a large figure standing without a smile.
"Jesus! Commander! what are you doing here?" I got up from my sleep quickly, then looked into his eyes which remained expressionless. I almost lost my heart because of the Commander in Chief who suddenly appeared in my room.
"I was here before Her Highness the Princess Entered, I wanted to convey a few things. But earlier I saw the Princess was talking with King Drakon, that's why I was waiting in the room." The commander-in-chief still said in a flat tone, don't have an exaggerated expression. I didn't know that commander could be this calm when he was talking. Maybe not calm, but rather he was firm or something.
"Why can't I see?" I asked confused, I walked slowly to him and stood right in front of the Commander.
"Because Princess stared blankly at the ceiling and smiled to herself, princess also didn't look around, just fell asleep right away. I couldn't interfere with Puteri's activities, so I just kept quiet until Princess Realized." said the commander again, I heard this could only scratch my hair which didn't itch.
I was ashamed of myself, it was obvious that I was very careless.
"What are you doing here? Is there anything important?" I asked.
"Yes Your Highness Princess, Tomorrow is your Coronation as Queen of the Centaurus kingdom. I hope you don't forget about it." He told me, I heard it just nodded.
"I didn't forget, But Commander.. Are you sure that I can become a Queen?" I asked him, I was already sitting on the side of the bed, while the Commander still stood straight without moving the slightest from his place.
"If his Majesty King Rendra has decreed like this, then he believes that you can become a queen and that belief also makes me sure to guide you." commander answer didn't make me happy, commander was too stiff and I became even more confused.
"What if I give this Throne temporarily to King Drakon?" I said, I saw the Commander's expression change instantly and he blinked twice. I who saw it knew a little, surely the Commander would reject this proposal.
"Sorry in advance, Her Majesty Princess Rosa, but I think this is too risky. Especially since you know that King Drakon has just become the husband of Princess Madeleine, of course we can't fully trust to give the throne to him." The commander's words did make a little sense, moreover I don't know what made King Drakon want to marry my mother.
"Oh Yes Commander, About the inheritance that will be given to the Empress? How is that? Isn't the Empress Mother of my Queen in prison on charges of Grandpa's murder?" I asked, I put away the sadness a little and started to think about the state of the Kingdom that had to be reorganized as soon as possible.
"That decision is yours, Her Majesty, once you become Queen. The first thing you should do is give justice." I was silent once again hearing the Commander's words, why would it be so difficult? I thought about the many jobs that were waiting for me already made my head spin, how would I actually be in that position?
Ahh... how about now?
I can't possibly hand over the kingdom to King Drakon, and I also don't have the strength to face the conflicts and problems, which will happen when I become Queen.
"Commander, how long have you been my Grandfather's Right-hand man?" I deliberately shifted the conversation to another direction. I just wanted to know if the Commander in Chief could help me in all the royal affairs later. I also had to know how loyal the Commander would be at my side.
"10 years Princess, since my father died. I was given the mandate to help King Tendean, more precisely me and all my descendants will continue to be the right hand of the King or Queen in the Centaurus Kingdom. This has become the Oath of the great-grandfather's predecessor." The Commander said, I who heard the story just nodded.
"Then? How old are you now?" I asked again, even though I'm asking personal things, Actually I just want to know how long the Commander will be beside me.
"28 Years, Princess." I was surprised to hear the answer, if currently two are 28 years old. Does that mean he has been Commander in Chief since he was 18 years old?
Oh.. Amazing, at such a young age he is already in a very high position, and I'm sure he has also fought many enemies.
10 years may not be a long time to see whether the Commander can be trusted or not, but hearing his words about his great-grandfather who was already a commander in the Centaurus kingdom, made me a little sure that maybe I could entrust everything to the Commander.
"Commander, what's your name?" I asked again, He seemed to raise an eyebrow. but hastily he lowered and bowed again.
"My name is Herold Leven." He said firmly.
"Oh, your name is good. I only got to know your name after a long time since I saw you in this kingdom. Alright Herold, Now you will be my right hand and help me in taking care of all kinds of situations in the Centaurus kingdom. around me. I don't want you to complain, Say no, and also leave me at bad times. How? Can you do that?" I've been standing and looking at him seriously, actually I'm not that serious. But I still have to give authority as a Candidate Queen in this kingdom.
"With all due respect, Her Majesty Princess Rosa Centifolia, I am Herold Leven. The Commander-in-Chief of the kingdom will guard, help, and always be by your side. Whether it be difficult or happy, I swear on my blood, all my descendants and my predecessors. If I break this oath, then I am ready to be hanged." Helord's words gave me goosebumps.
Ah somehow I feel that this Herold is quite strong and brave, I feel instantly protected just by hearing his words. I didn't realize that the corners of my lips rose up to make a beautiful curve.
Oh my gosh Rosa! Remember he is the Commander in this kingdom. Will you also adore this man? Just because it provides a sense of comfort and protection? Your heart is very big, On the one hand you like King Drakon and on the other hand you are starting to feel comfortable hearing the voice of the Royal Commander.