Narrator
" The story starts from where it ended in the last chapter. "
Killers Leader
Steps forward and stops near the invisible barrier. His teammates come running to him.
" Why are you all here? "
He turns back, his eyes open wide and his hands clenched.
One Killer
Bows his head.
" We searched the whole area. He is not in the city, I think. "
Killers Leader
Tightens his hands.
" Your meaning is that they ran from the city? "
Second Killer
" Yes, sir. I think they ran from the city. "
Killers Leader
" And how are you so sure? Remember, if I don't like your reason, be ready to die. "
Second Killer
Hands start shaking.
" Because our team members were already separated all around the city. If they were inside the city, we would have found them much earlier. "
Killers Leader
Smashes his hand at the wall.
" Damn it… they ran away from our eyes. "
First Killer
" So we should search around the city. They cannot run far away in such a short time. "
Killers Leader
Raises his hand and puts it on his face.
" Go and search them, otherwise… "
He opens his red eyes.
" We will die. "
Moves.
Narrator
" All killers go outside the city and start searching for them. "
MC
Opens his eyes.
" Um… "
Rubs his eyes and looks around. He sees the girl sleeping near his legs.
Thought, " She looks so cute while sleeping. "
His cheeks turn red and he shakes his head.
" Why am I feeling this way? "
Rose
Wakes up from his movement, opens her eyes.
" Um… "
Sits and rubs her eyes.
" Did anything happen? "
MC
A small smile spreads on his face.
" Nothing happened. "
Rose
Smiles.
" You look cute when you smile. "
MC
Cheeks turn red. He turns his head to hide his shyness.
" Thanks. "
Rose
Stretching her body.
" How about we go out now? "
MC
Stands up and removes all barriers.
" Yes. "
Rose
Takes MC's hand.
MC
Cheeks become even more red.
" We look like a couple. "
Rose
With a bright smile.
" I like it… but I want to marry you. "
MC
Eyes widen in shock.
" You want to marry me? "
Rose
" Yes, I want to marry you. "
MC
Voice breaks.
" But I already have two girlfriends. "
Rose
Eyes open in surprise, then she smiles again.
" Okay, then I will become your third girlfriend. "
MC
" Really? You still want to become my girlfriend even after knowing I already have two girlfriends? "
Rose
Smiles.
" You know any girl around you can fall in love with you. You know why? "
MC
Smiles.
" Because I am handsome and cool. "
Rose
Smiles.
" That is one reason. But the real reason is because you have power, you are loyal, and you always fulfill your promises. "
MC
" Thanks… and you are also very cute. "
Rose
" Thanks. And I don't love you because of your power. I love you because you are kind and loyal. "
MC
" And why do you think I am kind and loyal? " in a teasing mood.
Rose
" You saved me from those killers. That shows your kindness. And you didn't try to do anything bad to me. That shows your loyalty and good personality. I feel happy and comfortable near you. "
MC
Small smile.
" I love you too. "
Rose
Kisses MC's cheek.
MC
Touches his cheek, eyes wide in surprise.
Rose
Puts her finger on his lips.
" Don't say anything. That was your reward for saving my life. "
MC
Hugs Rose and kisses her lips.
" Mmm… "
Rose
Surprised at first, then hugs him back and kisses.
After some time she breaks the kiss, cheeks pink.
" I loved that kiss. "
MC
Smiles.
" That was your reward for becoming my girlfriend. "
MC
" You know today a hero descendant's daughter is coming to the city. "
Rose
With a small laugh.
" I know… but have you ever seen her before? "
MC
" I have never seen her before. "
Rose
With a smile.
" Don't worry, you will see her today. "
MC
" Now stop joking. By the way, look — so many knights are coming this way. I think the third hero is coming. "
All Knights
Come in front of Rose, kneel down, and bow their heads.
Knights Leader
" I am the Knight Leader, and I greet you, Princess. I hope your journey was good. "
MC
His eyes open wide.
Thought, " What is happening here? Why are the knights bowing in front of Rose? And why are they calling her Princess? "
Rose
With a calm smile.
" Now stand up. "
Knights Leader
All knights stand up.
" I am here to protect you, Princess. "
Rose
" From what? "
Knights Leader
With a breaking voice.
" We received information that some killers announced they would kill you today. We thought they were only trying to spread fear and make a name for themselves among the people. "
Rose
Smiles lightly.
" Don't worry. By the way, the attack already happened. "
Knights Leader
Eyes widen in shock.
" What? But when? First, you should take some rest. "
Rose
" Yes. "
Knights Leader
Looks at MC.
" By the way, Princess, who is that man behind you? "
Rose
" He saved my life from the killers who attacked me. "
Knights Leader
Bows his head.
" Thank you for saving the Princess's life. For that, you will receive a lot of money and many rewards. "
MC
" No problem. "
Rose
" Now show me the way. "
Knights Leader
" Please sit on the horse. "
MC and Rose sit on the horse and arrive at the royal palace of the city.
" Princess, this is your room. "
Points at a big room.
Rose
" Okay. "
Knights Leader
" Sir, please come with me. I will show you your room. "
Rose stops the Knight Leader.
Knights Leader
" Yes, Princess? "
Rose
" Leave him here. He will stay in my room. "
Knights Leader
" But, ma'am— "
Rose
" It is my order. "
Knights Leader
" Okay, Princess. "
Leaves.
MC
Comes inside Rose's room and sits on the bed.
" Such a big room. "
Rose
Closes the door, locks it, comes near MC, sits beside him, and hugs him.
" Honey. "
MC
Hugs Rose.
" We cannot play. You need to go to the meeting, remember? "
Rose
" Then we will play after the meeting tonight, okay? "
MC
" How about the company of two more girls? "
Rose
Pinches MC's nose.
" Naughty. You want one with three tonight on the bed… but I like your confidence. "
MC
With a smile.
" Thanks. "
Rose
Fixes her clothes.
" Okay, so you go and call your other two girlfriends. By that time, I will finish my meeting. "
MC
Takes a step forward and opens the door.
" Okay, I will come soon. "
Moves forward and walks.
He comes to the same place, but no one is there.
Thought, " Where did Osho and Emily go? I should ask someone. "
He steps toward the nearest shopkeeper.
Shopkeeper
With a smile.
" How can I help you, sir? "
MC
" Sir, can you tell me? There were two girls here yesterday. Where did they go? "
Shopkeeper
Tries to remember.
" Yesterday… I don't remember. "
MC
" Thanks. "
His smile fades as he turns back.
A Person
" I know where the girls you are searching for are. "
MC
Turns to him.
" Really? Then tell me where they are. "
A Person
" Yesterday, when you saved the Princess's life from us, we searched everywhere for you and the Princess, even outside the city. Today morning, we learned the Princess was already safe. We tried to get your information, but found nothing except about your girlfriends. So we kidnapped them. Now, if you want your girlfriends alive, come with me. "
Chapter – 20 Ends
Q1. Who was that man?
Q2. What will MC do — go with that man or fight him?
Q3. Will Rose know about that matter or not?
Q4. How did Rose come to MC at the beginning?
All answers in next chapter