Little Prince Hale's mood lifted as he looked at her adorably dazed expression. "Okay, I give up. You don't like to smile, and I won't force you. I just hope you can be happy after I'm gone."
Claire Sinclair frowned slightly. The melancholy in her eyes didn't lessen in the slightest; instead, it only deepened her sorrow.
"His Highness Prince Hale, you've given me such an expensive gift, but I don't know what I could possibly give you in return. In our country, Aridia, reciprocating gifts is a virtue. It feels very rude of me not to."
"If you feel it's rude, then find some time, bring a gift, and come visit me in Country K. I will await your arrival anytime," Little Prince Hale invited generously, making no attempt to hide his affection for her.
Claire Sinclair let out a barely audible sigh. "All I can do is promise you for now that I'll definitely come visit when I have time."
"Then can you give me a smile now?"
