Liriel stopped and faced Slithen.
“I was found by the King of Ashrile unconscious on the ground. I do not know how I end up here but since he helped me and he needed a temporary assistant, I should serve him as a thank you for helping me. I don’t think it is wrong, either, because the King of Ashrile is an allied king.”
“But why did you not inform me about it? I am your princess, you serve me. I should know your whereabouts.”
Liriel sighed. “I am still a citizen of your kingdom. I am not just a knight. I have a life. You do not need to know all about it, your highness, with all due respect.”
Slithen did not get to answer him. She was speechless. She did not know what to say.
Liriel saw that Benhart was all ready looking for the princess. Liriel stepped back. “Your duke is all ready
