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129. Friendship

Author: Aurora
last update Last Updated: 2022-11-21 18:48:10

When Ariana finally arrived at the garden behind her house, she could see that Princess Elle had been sitting on one of the chairs she prepared, with General Dion standing behind her. When Princess Elle noticed Ariana's arrival, the princess immediately stood up to welcome the future queen of the Sigmund Kingdom.

“Greetings, Duchess Alison. I hope I didn't bother you by coming today.”

After their awkward parting a few months ago, Ariana was a little relieved when she saw that Princess Elle seemed to have forgotten about the incident. Ariana also gave formal greetings to the princess. The woman bowed gracefully, then returned the greeting from Princess Elle.

“Long time no see, Your Highness. It is an honor for me to welcome you into my residence.”

Princess Elle smiled after she heard Ariana's greeting. “I hope you're not being too formal with me, Duchess Alison. After all, you'll soon be Queen of the Kingdom of Sigmund,” she said cheerfully. But in the next second, she slightly regrett
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