The princess then pinched the bridge of her nose, as if trying to hold back a list of expletives she wouldn't dare to say in a normal setting.
However, being with Alex made her feel things that she had never felt before.
In fact, being with him made her want to take off the mask of the perfect princess and just be the person she had always wanted to be.
From a young age, after her mother disappeared, Aeris did her best to become a perfect role model for her younger siblings.
She wanted them to be proud of her and follow in her footsteps so that everyone would know the quiet strength and grace of the elven royal family.
Perhaps that was also the beginning of her losing what really mattered to her. In order to shoulder the weight of their bloodline, Aeris chose to become perfect.
Not only in appearance, but in actions and manner as well.
She always strove to be the first in everything.
Whether it was studies, physical exams, or taking missions for the academy.
