Volume 64
Do you think Lancelot and Gwen will get along? Asked Lex. They seem to be getting pretty close to me. I'm sure with time, they will even become closer… replied Anastasia with a smile. You're so positive about the two of them ending up together… My instinct tells me so. Replied Anastasia. When it comes to issue of the heart, you only need one resolve… Which is? Asked Lex as he stared deeply at her gorgeous black eyes… Your sincerity. Hmmm… He smiled. I wonder if it was the reason I fell for your charms. I have more than just my looks, Lex… Isn't it the reason I caught your attention? You have everything a man needs in a woman. Said Lex…You do know how to flatter me, don't you? Smiled Anastasia. I get jealous whenever I see you flirting with other men, Anastasia… You know you're the only one in my heart. Lex nodded firmly; of course, I do know that but… I just want you to be cautions. I know Prince Lancelot hasn't gotten over you yet. Whenever you're together, I see the way he flirts with you. It gets me annoyed. Be well assured, I only have eyes for you, Lex. I don't need just your eyes alone, Anastasia. I need all part of your body, including your heart and soul… Anastasia smiled.
Meanwhile, Gwen and Lancelot are smiling heartily to themselves. You do have a sense of humour, 'Your Highness'. Said Gwen. I'm glad I could keep your company for this trip. I guess I kind of mis-judged you Gwen. Said Lancelot. You know, when I won the contest and I was told you were my reward price, I thought it was a scheme set up by your father to win me over and get united to a powerful Kingdom like mine… I'm sorry if we made you feel that way, 'Your Highness'. The truth is, if someone else had won the contest instead, I would still be forced to marry him. It's a decision I have to make towards my Kingdom. I'm just curious about something? Why did you join the contest if you aren't aware of the rule? My friend who was supposed to be in the contest fell ill. He didn't want to disappoint the King, so he wanted to show up even in his terrible state. I had to take my chances… Gwen interrupted. So, you took his place instead. I see… I guess it was all a misunderstanding then. Don't worry, as soon as we're done with this trip, I will return home. Then, I will explain everything to my father. You did this to safe a friend, I know he will understand. You don't have to marry me, 'Your Highness'. She smiled. We can just be friends. Lancelot smiled. Of course. They continue to walk deep into the forest with determination to catch a prey. Shouldn't we think about heading back? It's getting dark. Said Gwen… Lancelot about to reply as they were interrupted by loud roaring sound coming from the forest… Gwen freaks out. What's that?!