"Hm?" Lillian stopped and turned back to look at Goddalir. "Why?" she asked calmly.
The Cinderella met the Witch's gaze without a trace of fear.
Though her status was merely that of a Natural Witch from the Flower Kingdom—strictly speaking, a subordinate of the Witch's subordinates—her attitude became exceptionally firm when it came to Gai.
"Gai is not your subordinate or servant, my lady Witch. He is my Hero and a Prince of the Kingdom. His comings and goings should be his own decision," Goddalir said, not yielding an inch.
Lillian didn't get angry. She was silent for a moment before turning to look at the young man.
"Miss Lillian, I do need to return to the Royal Palace first to report to Her Majesty Queen Xianna," Wang Xi said with a smile.
"But rest assured, once my business is concluded, I will visit the Magic Forest again."
He pointed to the Windmill on the Flame Giant's back, looking interested. "When that time comes, could I go for a ride up there?"
