The cave that I found has a pond deep inside and bits of grass. It was really fortunate that I found this place behind the waterfalls. I was lighting up the fire to get some heat for the both of us. I just hope the assassins won't go looking for us.

Claude is still asleep after I carried him here. It was a good thing that I always train every day to increase my strength in case I need to carry him.

I removed my armor first then my shirt. Fortunately, I was wearing a short and chemise underneath. My shirt was wet when we jumped into the river so I have to dry them first. I was searching for anything that will be edible around the area. I found mushrooms here and I used my sword to catch some fish near the falls.

I heard a rummage behind me and I saw Claude waking up. I sat beside him when he opened his eyes.

"Where are we?" He asked with a hoarse voice.

"We're in a cave behind this waterfall. It's a good thing that this place is hidden" I smiled. He put his arm on his head and heaved a sigh of defeat.

"I'm sorry for putting you through this." He whispered.

"It's all right Claude. You know it's my duty to keep you safe even at the cost of my life."

He looks at me angrily and said, "What are you talking about Elise? I will not allow that."

"Claude, as your knight serving you and as your friend. It is my duty to keep you safe."

"NO! If your life is in danger, you have to run away. I won't allow you to die on me, understand? I kept you as my knight so you will always be beside me every day not to sacrifice your life for me." I was stunned, to say the least. Is there any reason for him to act this way?

"What do you mean Claude?"

"Elise. My Elise. Isn't it obvious how I feel about you?" He said caressing my cheeks. I leaned into his hand and stared at his eyes. I know that he also feels the same but I always deny it because of reality. We live in two different worlds.

"You're a prince, Claude. I'm just a commoner. You know we can never be together" I mumbled.

"I don't care about that. It's always been my plan to make my younger brother the crown prince. I want to be with you. I love you, Elise. Please, just let me love you." He begged.

I looked at his pleading eyes and I soften. I really wanna cave in but I kept thinking of what will happen if I did follow my heart. Fuck it, there's nobody around us. I would just think of the consequences when we escape from here.

I kissed him on the lips then rested my forehead on his. "I love you too Claude. I love you ever since we were in the Academy." His eyes lit up and started to inch his face toward mine caressing my cheeks with his hands while staring into my eyes.

"May I?" I nodded. He softly kisses me while gripping my head. I never knew that a kiss would feel so good especially if it is with the one you love. His tongue then caressed mine so I gripped his head to pull him closer.

We were both breathing heavily after we kissed. He was still holding me while I rested my head on his chest. I turned to look at him and saw that his face was red.

I giggled, "Why are you so red?"

"It's the first time I've done this." He said. "Can we do it again?"

"Yes."

The moment our lips connected—it felt like fireworks exploded in my head. My stomach clenched at the thought that our bodies will be soon connected. He removed his clothes as well as mine. The fact that his majestic body is all mine gave me shivers.

"Beautiful." He breathed into my ears. I shuddered from the sensation and my legs gave out but hold me tightly. I shivered from the soft touches that he made as our naked bodies tangled with each other. He keep kissing me even as he lay me down on the grass.

Soft, gentle, and light kisses along my chest and my stomach that it gave me goosebumps. His hands traveled to my chest and then began massaging it. I looked into his eyes which are filled with so much lust and love.

He shoved his head into my chest and began sucking my nipples and I shivered in excitement. I arch my back from the sensation and my insides clench. I have never felt this way before, even when in my past life.

I felt the wetness seeping out from me from all the things he was doing. He then sucked my neck while I ran my fingers through his abs. His kisses move downward until they reached my wet slit. I parted my thighs and felt him tracing my wet slit, his fingers teasing me making me want more. He pushed one finger inside me and I whimpered. It feels so good.

He nibbled my insides making me mad from pleasure. I was in euphoria from all sensations building up as he simultaneously lick and suck my crotch while thrusting his fingers inside me.

"Something's coming out!" I panted. He never stop thrusting his fingers until I reached the climax.

"AAAHHH! CLAUDE!" I moaned. I closed my eyes trying to catch my breath. What was that? It felt so good.

I felt something from my opening when I closed my eyes. My eyes went wide at his size. He was so big. It looks like the size of my arm.

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"Wait! Will it fit?" I asked with a frightened voice. I don't know if this will fit me.

"Yes. I already prepared you."

He moved on top of me and sucked my chest. Then, he parted my legs opening it wider. I felt very exposed and vulnerable but the way he looked at me made me tremble from excitement. He held his shaft pointing it at my wet slit. I can feel the head against my hole.

"This is going to hurt a little bit. Just hold on to me" He slowly pushed himself into me. I can feel the pain from the intrusion, but I wanted him more. I hold onto him until he entered me fully. I wrapped my legs around his waist until I got used to his size.

"You can move now Claude"

He began to push himself slowly, and I shudder from the pleasure emanating. "You're so tight." He whispered into my ear then kissed my neck.

He looked into my eyes and suddenly he became animalistic and started thrusting into me with abandon. I can hear the wet slap each time he slides into me. I raised my hips trying to suck him deeper.

"Ugh, ughh." I moaned.

His hands began rubbing me while picking up his pace. I moaned uncontrollably as he stimulated all my spots. I screamed from ecstasy as I felt my orgasm coming close.

"I'm close!"

"Let's do it together."

He thrusted faster and I sobbed from the orgasm that ripped through me. My inside contracting around his still-thrusting shaft. He shoved himself one last time and released his load inside me.

We both panted for air. He pulled out after a minute and I can feel his load coming out from my insides. He went to get his wet cloth and began to clean my insides. Then, he lift me up and lay me on the pond to wash myself.

We washed ourselves and then lay down. I was still tired from our lovemaking that I felt my eyes drooping. "Sleep." He said while hugging me. So I closed my eyes and sleep.

I woke up early because I need to scout the area whether someone has already found us. There were still no signs that the assassin found our location or any rescue from the knights. My lower body still hurts from our lovemaking but I still need to do my duty.

While Claude is still asleep, I began to cook our meal for the day. Then, I woke him up after I finished cooking. Thankfully, our clothes are already dry so we wore them after washing ourselves.

"Is your body okay?" He asked. I blushed at his question and nodded at him.

He pulled me closer and rested his head on my neck. He then kissed my neck and I moaned at the contact. I turned around and locked lips with him. Soon our bodies met with passion.

The whole three days that we were stuck, all we did was make love. We never went outside for his safety in case there are still assassins. Instead, we just used our bodies to pass the time until rescue knights came for us.

The moment we came back to the Palace, we kept giving each other secret glances. Every time we were alone, we could not help ourselves but give in to the pleasure.

As for the assassins, we never found out who issued the order because the moment that we interrogate them, they soon met their demise by killing themselves. It has already been a month since the assassination attempt.

Security has become stricter and more guards are posted especially at night. Now, I'm assigned as his guard at night. But whenever I came to his room, our bodies copulate. Do you know the saying that once you experience pleasure, you became addicted to it?

Claude has become busier ever since especially since there will be a ball to be held next month. Apparently, the Emperor has an important announcement to make regarding the Crown Prince's situation. Lately, I also found myself tired every day. I can't even eat my favorite foods nowadays. I didn't think of it since I'm also busy with my job.

It was already the day of the ball. I was standing at my post when the Emperor began his announcement.

"Thank you for coming tonight to celebrate the important news today. My son, Crown Prince Claudius will be betrothed to Lady Cecilia of House Chalon."

I felt my heart dropped from the announcement. I know that Claude can only be married to a lady from a higher rank but I never thought that it would be this early. I tried to control my emotions but it was hard. I clenched my fist and excused myself to go to the powder room.

I didn't think of anything. I don't have the courage to look at Claude, afraid that I will break down in front of many people.

Upon reaching the cubicle, I broke down and continued to cry silently. It hurts. I know that our relationship is doomed from the start but I thought I still have time. I didn't know that he would be engaged with another so early.

After calming myself, I slapped my cheeks to quell my emotions at bay. It's no good if someone might see me. When I was about to go out, I felt a wave of nausea hit me. I went to the cubicle again to vomit. It's been three days since I started vomiting. I should go to the doctor after this.

I cleaned myself up and went back to my post. I hear a lot of congratulations to the Prince but I never bothered looking at him. Around the time the ball ended, the Crown Prince called me into his room.

I don't want to see him at the moment but I really need to end the relationship that we have. He's going to get married to another, I don't need to keep my hopes up.

The moment I entered his room, I was enveloped in his embrace. I did not return the favor and removed his arms around me.

"You called for me, your Highness."

"Elise please look at me!" He said in desperation. I look at him with a straight face. He looks defeated and miserable that his always-kept hair is now messy. I looked away from him. Every time I see him, I would be weak. I don't want to appear shaken before him.

He cupped my face and made me look at him. "Elise please you know, you're the only one I love. I didn't know that my father is going to announce my engagement. I have no idea." He begged. Tears spilled from my eyes so I looked at my feet.

"Our relationship has always been doomed from the start Claude. We should stop this. I don't want to see you anymore." I said defeatedly. He looks surprised at what I said that he stumbled on his feet.

He kneeled before me and took my hands. "Elise, anything but that. I will abdicate my position to my younger brother so that we could be together. You're the only one I want. Don't leave me please." He cried.

I can't bear to see him devastated so I grasped his face into my hands and kissed him. "Claude, I love you. I don't want to see you giving up everything for me. You're shining the most whenever you help people."

I trailed kisses on his face until he calmed down. He gently holds me in his arms and smooch my neck. "I love you, Elise". He stared lovingly into my eyes.

God, why did I have to be a commoner in this life?

We made love all through the night until morning. After making sure that Claude is asleep, I left a note at the table and immediately left the room. I packed all of my things and clothes. I took the resignation letter that I have been keeping for months.

I went to the Captain's room and submitted my resignation letter. He looks surprised but he understood. From all the times that we've been working together, he knows that I have feelings for Claude. I always looked up to Captain since he's been my mentor ever since I entered the First Order.

"Make sure to contact me if you ever needed help Dame Elise." He said patting my hair.

"Thank you, Cap. Please say my goodbye to the others." I smiled sadly.

I promptly left the room and look for a carriage. I don't know where will I go after. Maybe, I'll go to the Visconti Dukedom. I don't want to go back to House Primrose in case Claude looks for me.

There's really no going back now. I took a glance at the castle for one last time before departing.

Claude, I hope you'll always be happy even when I'm gone.