'I can't exactly tell her that I'm heading there to meet the organization responsible for causing chaos in the capital two nights ago and ask if I can join their cause. If I reveal that, she'll definitely lose trust in me,' Celia thought to herself.
Maybe she had been lost in her thoughts for longer than she realized because the princess called her name.
"Celia?"
Startled, Celia quickly responded, "Ah, sorry. I was just trying to figure out the best way to answer your question, princess." She spoke honestly, although she withheld some of the truth. "I've witnessed your tireless efforts to restore prosperity to the kingdom since you were young, and I find that truly admirable. That's why I chose to align myself with you."
"I see... That's enough for me to trust your loyalty," replied the princess.
