A Righteous Female Knight Never Compromises!-Chapter 69 : Maybe it will be hidden, but the spirit will not lie
{Chapter 69} Maybe it will be hidden, but the spirit will not lie
"Moreover, what I did earlier... was just a momentary impulse.”
At this point, Anna could see that Atala's expression seemed a bit off.
“I... still have many things I haven't told you, Anna.”
“Can't you tell me now?”
Anna calmed her current desire to juggle three relationships and tried to remain composed as she asked.
Atala's response was simple:
“No, it's an agreement I made with my family.”
“If I want to travel, not only can I not reveal certain things, but I also have to take on the responsibility of visiting the courts of various countries... that sort of thing.”
“...So that's why Uncle Darlak said he saw you in the palace.”
That made sense. It explained why Darlak Bartham had seen Atala.
“Atala, your status among the elves must be quite high, right? So high that it's unspeakable?”
“Yes.”
“And... I remember, Atala, your full name is Atala Amastacia?”
“...Yes.”
At this point, Atala hesitated for a moment before giving her answer.
So, the surname is indeed important?
Anna had known this surname before, but she didn't know what it represented.
However, if it represents a highly esteemed family among the elves, perhaps there are clues to be found in the limited research materials on elves?
“Anna, you want to look for information about elves to see if you can find anything about my family, don't you?”
However, Atala had already seen through Anna's intentions and showed a helpless expression.
“...You figured that out?”
“Your intentions were too obvious. It was easy to understand.”
Atala teased, her face showing a complex expression.
“But... since you're planning to do this... Anna, you really care about me, don't you?”
...
“Yes, I do care about you, Atala.” Anna didn't expect the conversation to suddenly turn in this direction, catching her off guard.
“After all... I quite like you, Atala. You said it was a momentary impulse... how could I not care!”
Brave Anna, undeterred by difficulties! With the two of them alone, since the other party expressed their feelings first and then retreated, she should just go for it!
“Is that so...”
Hearing Anna's slightly self-deprecating reply, Atala's calm face gradually couldn't hold back a smile.
“Anna likes me too... that's great.”
“Is that all? Just 'that's great'?” Anna felt Atala's response was too bland. “Because you said it was just a 'momentary impulse'... mmm!?”
Before Anna could finish, her lips were already taken by Atala, who leaned in.
A simple kiss, and then they parted. Atala gently hugged Anna, seemingly wanting to feel her warmth.
“Right now, I'm also acting on a momentary impulse.” Atala's words sounded like she was being stubborn, but also as if she truly meant it.
“My confession was a momentary impulse, my actions are a momentary impulse, but I assure you, my feelings for you are definitely not a momentary impulse.”
“Atala...”
Frozen in Atala's embrace, Anna felt she was being too weak.
:Just like this! How could I be so easily conquered! Anna, you should be more proactive now!’
“Anna, when I was young, the people around me said I was someone who acted on impulse easily.” After hugging Anna, Atala began to recall her past.
“Although I've been trying to appear dignified and calm, when it comes to 'love,' I still can't seem to keep my composure, or rather, I've already tried to calm myself once.”
She released Anna and looked into her eyes. Atala's emerald-like pupils seemed to radiate endless light in Anna's gaze.
“That was when I first officially met you. I was suppressing my impulses, telling myself to interact with you normally, not to confess my feelings.”
This was even more direct than when she described why she liked Anna earlier, making Anna blush.
“I believe I love you, my body and my heart are certain of it.” Atala took Anna's hand and gently placed it on her ear, her face quickly flushing red.
“Although I've kept many things from you, and there are many things I can't tell you... I assure you, everything I've told you is true.”
“Because elves never lie.”
“I love you, Anna.”
Without needing Atala to continue her confession, their faces met again, this time with Anna taking the initiative.
The exchange of emotions lasted for a few minutes before they slowly parted, still “lingering.”
“I... I really can't give up on you, Atala.”
Anna looked at Atala and, unable to help herself, placed Atala's hand on her ear, just as Atala had done earlier.
Anna didn't know why she did this. Perhaps it was an instinct in her blood, or maybe she just wanted to use her body to express her heart to Atala.
Both of their right hands were on each other's ears. This behavior, which might seem strange to humans, might be the perfect way to confirm their feelings in the eyes of elves, whose social structure, values, and some physiological characteristics differ slightly from humans.
After such a simple and direct confession, they leaned on each other for a while before slowly parting.
“Anna... I won't keep things from you forever.” After sitting back in her seat, Atala's first words were these.
“In a few days... maybe ten days, maybe a month, my mother and mom will come to the capital... then I'll tell you my true identity, and I'll explain our relationship to them.”
“...What!?”
Is this the rhythm of meeting the parents?
“Isn't it too soon? Meeting the parents and all...”
“Since we've confirmed our relationship, it's inevitable!” Atala didn't seem to notice Anna's concerns, clenching her small fist. “I'll definitely explain our love to my mom and mother!”
‘What I'm afraid of is what happens after you explain…’
Helga's parents were familiar with me, and Louis's father didn't give me a good look because of my two-timing, and I had to rely on Louis's mother to back me up...
And now Atala says she's going to explain everything to her two... female parents, doesn't that mean I'll have to face them knowing I'm already two-timing and still pursuing Atala?
Scumbag Anna is scared, but scumbag Anna doesn't dare to say she's scared... especially since Atala looks so confident…
Chapter 69 : Maybe it will be hidden, but the spirit will not lie
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