Chapter 5: The Princess’s Personal Physician Wants to Escape
The crisp autumn breeze softly flowed into Asella’s room.
The temperature and humidity were perfectly pleasant, yet my head felt a little dizzy, as if slightly intoxicated.
Maybe it was because of Asella’s gaze, fixed on me since earlier, tightening around my heart.
Or perhaps it was due to the scent wafting from the table.
“A floral scent?”
Something damp brushed against my hand, snapping me out of my daze.
“Huff, huff.”
It was Max’s tongue.
Thanks to him, some of the tension eased away. Dogs are simple creatures — treat them well, and they’ll love you openly. I can’t help but like them too.
I gently petted him, and Max raised his body, nuzzling against me for affection. Cute little guy.
“Max, come here.”
Asella called, but Max clung to me, showing no intention of leaving.