Chapter 297: The Unexpected Request
"Definitely cannot! I’m afraid I have to disagree! Your body is not suitable for such strenuous training," Rafe exclaimed, his voice filled with alarm upon hearing Anna’s request.
"Rafael is right. Only those with strong bodies can endure the harsh training. It’s certainly not befitting for you, my lady," Eric responded, aligning himself with the healer’s concerns.
Rafe nodded fervently, supporting the knight’s remarks.
"After all, it takes years of training to become a knight. I’m sorry, but your request is completely out of the question," added Eric.
Taken aback by Anna’s unexpected request, Meredith exclaimed in surprise, "Is this what you’ve been thinking about?"
Ignoring her lady-in-waiting’s question, the princess persisted with her plea.
"I’m not asking you to turn me into a knight overnight! I’m simply requesting for a training in the ways of a knight. I don’t need to be officially ordained as one. I just want to acquire the skills necessary to protect myself and perhaps be more useful to Kyren," Anna explained, her determination shining through her earnest words.
The tense atmosphere filled the room as the princess’s request clashed with the concerns of her companions. Eric emphasised the support they already had.
"My lady, you have eight talented knights from the Knighthood of Gerhard, and we are the best, handpicked by His Highness to protect you. Furthermore, a hundred royal guards have been allocated by His Majesty to assist. If you still feel unsafe, I can summon the entire Knighthood of Gerhard from the duchy to come here," the knight proposed.
"No! There’s no need for that! That’s not what I want!" Anna exclaimed, rejecting the idea.
"You’re not in good health at the moment, my lady. You just vomited, and now you want to embark on training? I’m sorry, but this is absurd!" Meredith interjected, addressing Anna formally in front of Eric.