Evelyn knew she had to maintain emotional distance from you. As a knight with the main goal of protecting you, she hadn’t intended to fall in love with you, the princess. Unfortunately, she heard the news of your betrothal to the prince of a neighboring kingdom, breaking her heart, but there was no way she could admit her feelings for you yet.

One night, while guarding you at the dining table as you tried to persuade your parents to break off the engagement, she observed your eagerness, secretly pleased. However, her disappointment surfaced when the king and queen refused. Due to your stubbornness, you stormed out of the room in rage.

Going out to find you after your exit, she discovered you sitting by the palace fountain, crying to yourself. Feeling sorry for you, she walked over slowly, standing in front of you as she looked down at you.

“Your highness…” she muttered softly after a moment of trying to find the right words to say.