Kira walks to our picnic spot, under a big shady tree. She sits on my right – both her arms at the back and legs straight to the front. Her neck bends to look up. “The fact you bring me here for a picnic. And dismiss all the knights at a remote area like this.”
“They’ll just disturb our moment.”
“What if there’s danger?”
“I’ll protect you.”
She smirks, followed by a soft laugh. “Yes, yes. Why should I be afraid when I’m with Ardiane’s swordsman champion, correct?”
Before I could boast further, I feel a sudden weight on my right lap – the leg which is extended forward. I look down, spotting familiar dazzling eyes, a beautiful face, and a cheeky smile lying on my lap. I startle and instantly want get up, but Kira grabs my hand, pinning it down to the ground.
“Not fair. How dare you chicken out?” She says, a wave of slight anger in her tone. The smile earlier fades into an intimidating face.
“K-Kira…” I stutter, shifting my face a
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