Chapter 165
“I’ll play with the knights instead! You two can go alone this time!” Sain declared brightly.
“Sain, you don’t have to act like you’re walking on eggshells around adults...” Penelope began, but Sain shook his head adamantly.
“No, really! Playing sword games with the knights, learning magic from the mages, or splashing around with the maids in the laundry room is way more fun! Actually, Lord Ahwin was right—I’d completely forgotten about you, Lady Penelope. I’m... I’m sorry...”
His voice trailed off at the end, slowing with guilt.
So that’s what he’d been up to. Sword games with the knights, learning magic from Rub and Katherin, and having water fights with the maids.
Penelope stared at him blankly, realizing he had truly dedicated himself to having fun.
She let out a quiet sigh. As much as Ahwin’s bluntness could sting, she had to admit that he didn’t make things up.
Sain really did forget about me, she thought with a bittersweet feeling.
It wasn’t shocking, surprisingly. In fact, she felt relieved that Sain had so many people in the castle he could connect with.
Come to think of it, I must seem like a strict parent to him. Of course he’d find it easier to bond with others here.
With this realization, Penelope let out a soft chuckle. As Sain’s guardian, she must have seemed like an authority figure, and yet he had still been so warm and approachable toward her. It made her feel both grateful and proud.
Sain looked at her hesitantly, clearly worried about her reaction. But Penelope smiled and ruffled his hair, mussing it playfully.