Chapter 32: Under The Elm Tree
The couple finally reached the end of the field and sat down under an Elm tree. The exquisite, tranquil surroundings of the forest filled the picturesque like a beautiful canvas painting.
"I didn’t mean to leave you alone in the tent and hold you captive there. It was for your safety. You’re the only female in the camp," Kyren suddenly stated.
Noticing that her husband was referring to when he was not around, she quickly responded, "Oh, no! I didn’t mean that! I wasn’t lonely at all at the time."
Anna raised both hands and waved them, expressing her denial. She did not expect Kyren to relate her words to his previous action of leaving her.
"I left you in the tent guarded because I know you must be traumatised by what had happened to you," he told her.
The princess understood his intention and was thankful for that.
"I want you to be safe. I’ve promised you so, and I intend to keep it," he said.
His large hand entwined with hers as his eyes looked down at her delicate fingers. The commander had yet to let her hand free from his grasp.
"You’ve already made me feel secure. I’m not worried about any danger living here," Anna replied satisfactorily.
She could not be more content with her life than this. Kyren smirked at her answer.
"I’m glad you feel that way. It’s my responsibility as your husband to keep you safe. Honestly, I’m worried every time you step out of the tent," he informed her.