Chapter 36 Who is Ashley Bridge?

ASHLEY BRIDGE POV
As time passes, I can see how difficult it is for me and the first princess to turn the tables. I've been doing all I can to persuade as many people as possible. That wedding, on the other hand, takes me by surprise! The princess Gabrielle marries the knight commander. Which is why I find it strange. But...I don't have any proof to back up my suspicions. I get down from my horse and approach the castle's guard.
"I've come to see Cynthia Maximillian, the first princess of Dawn."- I said. They let me in once they viewed the engravings on my jade pendant. This is one of the unique pendants that may be presented to significant persons that travel to different regions. I smiled as I took the baseball. When I finally caught sight of her. That's what I threw at her. I flashed a smile.
"Hello, princess."- I said. She takes a glance at me.
"Ashley,"-she called out. She threw the ball back to me, which I caught. As a mark of respect, I bow to her.
"Months have passed. You appear to be in better shape than you were when you were still in the castle."-I said.
"I'll take that as a complement. But why is the vice commander paying me a visit here? Is there an issue? Or should I say...you've come as my enemy?"
"Relax. I'm not here to be your enemy. After all, this friend of yours has come to see her friend."
"Ohh? That's both humorous and suspicious to me."-she stated. I laughed and snatched an apple from her basket. I take a bite.
"So, which of these attractive men is your spouse or...lover?"- I ask. She pointed to a man who was sitting quietly. So, he is King Ulysses of the Northwest?
"He is neither a lover nor a husband. I mean, we haven't seen each other in decades. What brought you here?"-she asks. I laugh as I stroke her reddish brown hair. She sighed.
"You're still doing it. I'm no longer a child!"
"But you're still in my thoughts. Well, I'm not here to go on a spree. I was simply wondering whether George talked to you the day before his wedding to that bitch, I mean crown princess Gabrielle."-I said. Her mouth agape. I sigh.
"It appears you were unaware. That's exactly what I expected. I had a feeling something was wrong with him. Just a few weeks ago, he planned to put you on trial and restore you to your place in the royal family. But, all of a sudden, he told me and invited me to his wedding. I asked whether he informed you about it because I saw malice in his eyes."
"Perhaps because he came here to fetch me back in Dawn. No, I said. It appears that he has realized that Gabrielle is better for him."-she responded. I groan as I took another chunk. A chilly wind blows at us.
"However, I knew he love you. I suppose..."
CYNTHIA MAXIMILLIAN POV
She is two years older than George, and I knew she had affections for him. We both went through a training under him, and as a result, she became a royal knight. It was just two years ago that she took over as vice commander of the army.
"What do you think, Ashley?"-I ask.
"Nothing,"-she sighs. I'm glad to see you're doing well here, exactly as he stated when he first came here."
"Come to lunch with us."- I said. She gave a nod. She approached Wendy after saw her. She had fun with her.
"Aww. You're so cute!"-she said. Even though she tries to be tomboyish, you can sense her feminine side. I went over to their table and took a taste of one of the cookie.
"Is she?"-he asks. I glance at her and respond to him.
"George's friend and apprentice. We went through training with him when he was still a rookie soldier. He began his training at the age of 14. At the age of 19, he took over as commander."
"You already knew George was married. What are your plans now?" -Vincent. I sigh and shrug my shoulders.
"There are things that should be done and those that should be left alone. I suppose I'll assist him when he truly needs it."
"You stated that you want vengeance. What if you kidnap your sister's husband?"-he said. I gave a bitter grimace. That made me unhappy. 'Can he act as though he wants me beside him even once?' I just let that thought go and consider Ashley's intuition.
"Allow me to hit you in the face."-says Pricilla. I laughed.
"Don't waste your time. He is simply in love with Estella. Don't worry, I'm capable of dealing with unrequited affections."
"Hello big sis! Would you mind assisting us?"- Dallas said. I grabbed another brownie and hurried up to him. I was holding the other basket in his fingers. I believe Aunt Miranda will prepare my favorite potage. I'll eat myself to death again!
"Uhm! Aunt Miranda, it's delicious!"-I remarked, and eat.
"T-thank you very much. But proceed with caution."-she stated. Ashley and I sat in our chairs, each with our left foot on the chair. What do we have in common? When it comes to eating, we are the devil. As though we were in a competition. They're just staring at us. We come to a halt and stare at them. I take a sip.
"What? Eat!"-we even stated it as a duet. We went on, and then I handed her the rice. She handed out the meat to me.
"This is a banquet, Cynthia."- she stated. I cracked a grin.
"That's why I enjoy it here. They have a plenty of food. How is the palace's troops doing?"-I ask on her. She takes a sip.
"I have a nasty feeling your father will have a lot of power in the army. I intend to assist you in regaining your position as the legitimate heir to the kingdom."-she stated. I take a sip of water.
"Please drop me off. But I intend to depose them from the throne. I'm not going to let the people suffer."-I said.
MARKO RANDAL POV
We can't keep ourselves from being stunned. They're like a machine that eats! As though they were competing in an eating contest! What the hell? Pricilla heaves a sigh.
"I suppose she is unique in the most simple ways."
"I agree."- I said. I take another bite after gulping. Cynthia persuaded her to stay tonight after lunch. I returned to the practice are. I also needed to be stronger.
"What brought you here, Chenqian?"
"Nothing. I wanted to improve my combat abilities. I intend to exact vengeance on Philip West and Karen Gills."-she responded. I swung a sword at her. I took my sword, and we removed it from its sheath. I go first, and she defends herself. She swung her sword and attacked with her feet. I take a step back. Instead, she leaps off and uses her other feet. I was holding both of them, but she utilized a push forward, and we both tumbled to the ground. She flipped the sword, and it landed on my forehead. I flashed a smirk.
"It's not bad."- I said. She is ready to stand, but I turn her over and hit her in the face. But she might be able to grab my wrist. She is making use of her superhuman power. She gives me a grin, and I feel the chill of the blade on my nape.
"Excellent strategy and response."-I said. She only smiles. I immediately recall a moment when I argued with her. Even the time she harmed me. I knew that assisting her would cause her to lose control. She was ready to die at the time since she didn't want to injure anyone else. I'm worried we'll have no choice but to go for whatever reason. I also recall the first day she was presented as a member of the pack. 'It's a good thing you chose to return, and thanks to Cynthia. We didn't let you go. I didn't want to lose you.' After realizing that thought, I gulp. What did I think of it?
"Are you not going to stand up?"-she inquires.
"Oh. I apologize."-I said. I extend my hand to her and assist her in standing. I drew her so hard that we almost kissed. She takes a step back and withdraws her hand.
"I'll continue on that spot,"-she remarked as she walked away. I simply let her. In this location, I walked to my tent and sat down. I brush my fingers away from my face. I recall Ulysses saying something at the moment.
"However, Chenqian is not a bad companion for you, Marko. As the pack's leader, I'm responsible for arranging marriages."
He has chosen Chenqian to be my wife. I answered no because I had someone else in mind. At the moment, I was scared. I'm afraid Chenqian will be the one to reject that proposal.
"Oh goodness. What am I thinking?"-I said.
YAEL EDROS POV
We were already at the inn when we decided to spend the night here. We'll go as soon as the sun comes up. Yasmin keeps going, as if she's a cat that can't give birth. She even gnaws on her nails.
"What's the matter with you? You're making me nauseous."
"I'm sorry. I'm just concerned about that marriage. It's not because I didn't know George and Cynthia were childhood sweethearts. But there's something troubling me."-she mumbles. I believe she notices the unique things as I do. I got to my feet and stood in front of the window. She was also standing next to me.
"Didn't you also notice some strange things?"-I said. She nodded and sighed deeply.
"They hurried things quickly. And it appears that the monarch wishes to totally control the army's power. That's partly why he wanted George to marry the second princess."-she claimed.
"I also consider that. Did you happen to spot the queen? She seemed suspicious to me."-I said. She, too, nodded.
"They are a strange family. It's a good thing Cynthia escaped that palace."-she said. I looked at the pillows between us as we went to bed. I ask to her.
"What is the point of doing that? You decrease the amount of space available. The bed isn't that big." -I said. She heaves a sigh.
"We haven't slept together in almost two decades. Things had changed. I have a horrible sleeping habit."-she said. I just give her a benefit of the doubt. I took off the pillow. She lay down.
"Your choice."-she said and close her eyes. But later that night, I woke up after Her feet are pushing on my thighs. She moved over and hugged me.
"Yasmin? What exactly are you doing?"-I ask. She didn't respond and grabbed me even more tightly. She pressed her face into my neck. What the hell? She's not kidding. I'm so taken aback that I can't even move. It is, certainly, unique. She is still young and naive when we meet her and her brother. She regards everyone as family, just like she did in their previous village.
"She must believe that I am her brother who is eager to look after her."-I murmured. I take a glance at her. But my body tells me the opposite. Oh my goodness! I gulped and tried to think of so many things. My body recognizes the female wolf next to me. Crap! We've returned to our home region. She stated that she wished to visit a store. I went out and purchased a cup of coffee.
"Yael, remember when George cut himself? I smelled a faint fragrance. I recall smelling that previously."-she stated. I tried to think of anything.
"Yes, I recall. The same thing happened when Ulysses cut himself. Their blood has the same fragrance as theirs, yet it also does not. Why did you seek clarification?"-I ask. She must have discovered something...