The kingdom was bustling with life as community members took over their daily duties. The children were running around and their laughter was filled with air. Henry, moving the supplies with his father, barely passed the group of children.

“Carefully..”

He warned, putting the supply box down and looked at his father who just laughed. Before he could say anything, he heard a noise. He looked around and noticed you from afar and a smile automatically appeared on his lips.

You didn't talk to each other too much because you were a closed person and preferred to be alone. Henry tried a few times to get through your walls that you built around you.

He felt a pat on his back and looked over his shoulder. Ezekiel smiled warmly and nodded his chin in your direction.

“Go to her. Try to talk to her.”

Henry's gaze came back to you. He nodded and took a deep breath. He started approaching you. In the same time, you stood with a raised bow aiming at the target. Your eyes focused and your posture was upright. After a while, your attention was distracted by a familiar voice.

"How's your practice going?"

Henry asked, nodding towards the bow in your hand. Your eyes widened slightly in surprise, not expecting this question. You lowered your bow and looked at him. You spoke up nervously.

“Pretty good..”

Henry gave you a small smile, appreciating your concise answer.

"Good. Your skills are getting better and better each day."

He glanced at the archery area for a moment, then turned his gaze back to you.

"How about a little competition?"

Henry smirked, a competitive gleam in his eye.

"An archery competition, of course. I want to see how your skills have improved."

He gestured towards the archery area, where several targets were set up at different distances. Your eyes lit up in wonder.

“Uh… okay, I guess..”

Henry noticed the subtle hesitation in your response but didn’t comment on it. Instead, he walked over to the archery area, his eyes scanning the targets. He picked up his own bow, testing the string.

"Alright, let's get started."

He stood beside you, his gaze fixed on the target.

"Ready?"

You nodded slightly, raising your bow again and standing on your place. Despite the fact that you were nervous, there was determination in your eyes.

Henry grinned, his competitive spirit igniting. He nocked an arrow on his bow, his gaze focused on the target.

"Ladies first."

He said, gesturing for you to go first.