Book 19: Chapter 32
The food that night was delicious; there was no debate there. Even Vera, who did her absolute best to show her dignity as the eldest daughter, revealed her true nature before the dishes. She, like her sisters, buried her head in the food. Miss Vera joyously watched the sisters indulged. She had a doting look and tenderness in her gaze. She looked Tanya’s way and remarked, “The Princesses are truly cute.”
“Thank you. The four Princesses’ father is King Troy, and their mothers are beauties in their own right, so it is natural for them to be cute.”
Tanya proudly puffed her chest as though the compliment was for her and not the four Princesses. The four bashfully smiled. The youngster at Miss Vera’s side smiled, as well. He reported, “Miss Vera, the four Princesses helped me out a lot during my time there and even saved my life.”
Miss Vera turned to the youngster with a smile. She then looked at the four Princesses and, in a serious tone, said, “I see. I owe you my gratitude, then. Money cannot buy loyalty, but true loyalty is priceless. He is my most trusted bodyguard and friend. When I heard of his mishap, I struggled to regain my composure. To be able to see my loyal bodyguard and friend again, your assistance was integral. Princesses, your souls and appearance are both beautiful. I would like to give you my heartfelt thank you.”
Miss Vera stood up as she spoke. She gave the four sisters a deep bow. Startled, Nona tried to stand up in a flustered fashion while still chewing her food, but Vera yanked her impolite sister back. Surprised, Liu Yue’s ears twitched. Liu Yue replied, “We did not actually do anything. It was merely his loyalty to you that moved us. We, too, do not hope to see someone innocent die.”
Truthfully, the things that took place between them were rather complex. The same could be said about their relationship. It was far from being as complex as was worded. With that said, they judged it pointless to tell everything to Miss Vera. Furthermore, the four weren’t willing to mention how they had the tables turned on themselves when they were locked up. It was a humiliating experience.
“Kindness is the nicest gift the heavens have given your father. Of course, the same could be said for you. When I see you, I have nothing but respect for King Troy, who I have not had the fortune of meeting yet. As his daughters are so gentle, kind, strong and brave, he must be even more brilliant,” praised Miss Vera.
Hearing praise for Troy was commonplace for Ying and Tanya, which was why they didn’t react. The sisters, on the other hand, excitedly exchanged eye contact with each other. The four told themselves they were there as their father’s representatives. Hence, they had to make sure they didn’t embarrass him. To know that their deeds not only avoided negative opinions but even earned praise put radiating beams on their faces.
Miss Vera noticed the cheerful tail moving about in the chair. She looked to Liu Yue, teeming with curiosity: “Liu Yue… correct?”