Chapter 4

She scratched her head upon seeing the news about his death.

The dead prince was still alive and was currently sitting beside her.

"What's wrong? Didn't you see my name? It should be there."

"These reporters said you died in a plane crash."

"That's good news!"

"What?!"

His eyes had that haunted look as he stared at the wall ahead of him with a blank expression, but it was not just his eyes. His whole body was tense and ready for attack if anyone tried to touch him without permission or warning.

His arms were locked firmly at his side as he held an uncharacteristically quiet stance.

"I wanted to know why you wanted to protect me."

"Did I say that?" He whispered as he turned towards her, his eyes wide open like those of a child caught doing something naughty. He let out a soft, pained chuckle. "I'm afraid my mind has gone haywire lately."

"My ears worked fine. But if it's your head that went haywire, why not take some medicat