(Migumi’s POV) Silence filled the four corners of the room where Aiden and I are currently staring at each other. His voice echoing repeatedly in my head like a broken phonograph. I looked at him with a mixture of happiness and sheepishness on my face. Hearing him call me “Queen” tickles my heart but… Does he mean it? “You… You called me…” I stuttered in difficulty, not knowing how to control the racing of my heart inside my chest. I should have learned this in my combat training with Princess Abigail as well. I didn't know I’d need this kind of skill when I’m with him. Aiden gave me a soft smile, his hand caressing my hair with gentle care. “Yes, my Queen,” he repeated once more. I looked at him with rounded eyes. He speaks it with pure confidence like he has don

