don't blame me, thrill made me crazy

Breakfast was known to be the most important meal of the day, since it'd be the first meal you'll be eating for the day.

And breakfast for the l/n family was usually the meal where all of you were complete.

Not always, but usually.

Your parents were the least busy in mornings, but after that it was like they disappeared out of nowhere.

As of the moment, you were eating with your family while Mitsuya stood beside you, quietly watching your family eat the meal.

It wasn't that you had legendary hearing, but it was because Mitsuya was beside you that you heard a low grumble in his stomach that your parents didn't seem to hear.

While you pretended you didn't hear anything, you contemplated on whether or not you were gonna share your meal with him.

But it was so pitiful since lower ranks didn't have much money, so it was a miracle to even get a slice of bread. You'd usually not care, you were taught to not care, but this wasn't any lower rank, it was Mitsuya.

Mitsuya gave you the feeling of freedom.

You paused eating your dish and looked at one of the maids, the maid looked back and patiently waited for you to speak up.

"Hiyori, get Mitsuya the same dish as mine." you commanded.

Everyone present in the room turned their head to you in disbelief, including Mitsuya himself. He started to feel embarrassed, he thought he covered the rumbling noise from his stomach well.

Nonetheless, Mitsuya was internally grateful for your command.

The maid was still in shock, but quickly kept her composure and stood up, "Yes ma'am."

She walked away to do the task given to her.

Misa looked at her husband with a smirk while he gave her a frown in return.

"He's growing on her." she mouthed smugly.

Akito merely rolled his eyes and went back to eating, not before he glanced at you inviting Mitsuya to sit down.

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"Prepare us two horses."

It was afternoon, the breakfast incident was finished and now you were about to go horseback riding with the one and only Mitsuya.

Mitsuya said that you should try to do activities that are fun to do in the afternoon, so you could still enjoy your days, rather than just enjoying your nights. And to be honest, you didn't think of it as a bad idea.

As if the timing couldn't be more perfect, you spotted some higher ranks riding horses, they seemed like they were having an amazing time so you suggested it.

He was kind enough to agree and that was how you were in this situation now.

The knight you asked two horses for returned in a couple minutes, now you were all set.

You also told the maids to prepare your servant some gear, they were all amazed on how much your relationship with Mitsuya mysteriously developed over time.

From hating just the feeling of his presence to asking the maids to provide him gear, how nice.

Turning to Mitsuya, he had a funny look on his face, your face immediately contorted into confusion, "Something wrong?"

"Well," he scratched the back of his head as he chuckled awkwardly, "I don't actually know how to ride- or like, control a horse."

Blinking, you stared blankly at the man before you, then you laughed hysterically.

After a few seconds, you finally stopped and wiped the small tears in your eyes, "Knight, kindly put back a horse, we'll only be needing one please."

He nodded and carefully grabbed a horse to bring back, leaving you both with an elegant black horse.

"This is Siah, full name Isaiah. She's pretty, right?"

Mitsuya nodded, you guided him up the horse and you followed along excitedly. You were in front of him so you could control Siah properly.

You started to make Siah move and you started riding to who knows where.

Despite wanting to go horseback riding, you genuinely didn't know where to go, "Where to?"

"My hometown is somewhere here, just keep turning left."

"Alright, to the left, Siah!"

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Time passed, and you've been turning left for about two hours. Though it was a kinda long ride, you enjoyed your conversations with Mitsuya during it.

Finally, Mitsuya pointed at a town, he mentioned it was your destination and you directed your horse to the town.

Siah's footsteps were immediately heard by the people when you got closer to his hometown. They immediately directed you to where you could park the horse.

It seemed like no one recognized you as a princess, normally people would be bowing they're heads, but it wasn't the case for these people.

And somehow, you enjoyed it.

You jumped out of your horse, leading Mitsuya down in case he trips.

Then, a woman who looked like Mitsuya ran towards both of you. She beamed with joy as she hugged your servant excitedly, the woman looked older than both of you. You figured she was his mom.

"Taka! I thought you were gonna come back next month? And who's this pretty lady?!" her focus turned to you in fondness.

"Found a chance to be here today." he spoke up.

"I see, and you're dressed up! So is she!" the woman looked at your attire, "Wait, is she the-?"

You placed a hand on your chest, your other arm on your back. Your leg in front of your other one, you bowed in politeness. "Good afternoon ma'am."

She was taken aback by your actions, "My name is y/n, the princess of this kingdom."

Mitsuya sweat dropped at your movements, trying to signal to you that it wasn't necessary.

However, his mother was too in shock to even move, 'No wonder she's gorgeous!'

"I see, you're the one my son's working for! Nice to meet you, y/- I mean your highness."

Mrs. Mitsuya tried to bow like you did, but almost tripped in the process. "No need for formalities, please raise your head."

You watched as she raised your head, turning to you once more, "Besides, your son said that if I continue being with him, I'm no princess."

The lilac haired male choked on his saliva, his mom giving him a questioning look.

After a few more words exchanged, you learned her name was Emiko, she directed you to their house. You were welcomed with the familiar scent of apple pie that you ate a few days back.

Emiko ordered her son to lead you to his room. Their house was so much smaller than the palace, it was the size of your bedroom.

Once you reached his bedroom, Mitsuya turned to you with a sigh.

"This is what a commoner's house looks like." he leaned on the wall, "Pretty small, right?"

"Yeah."

Then, you heard a sound getting closer, it sounded like little girls fighting over something. You turned to Mitsuya, who had a funny expression on his face.

Footsteps were running towards you, revealing two little girls who looked like a younger and a girl version of your servant.

"Takashi!! Luna found a horsey!" the one who looked younger yelled.

"Mana! There's a mannequin in front of big brother's room!" the older sister pointed at you, "He's designing again! Wait, this time it actually looks good!"

An arrow pierced Mitsuya's heart, 'Was it not good before? And I didn't even design this.'

"Hi," you waved with a smile and the sisters hugged each other, frightened.

"It moves!" they yelled in unison.

You chuckled at their actions, "I'm not a mannequin, my name is y/n."

Kneeling down, you looked at them with a kind smile. You let out your hand, offering a handshake to the girls.

They didn't know what to do, so Luna gave you a high five.

Looking at Mitsuya, he shook his head 'no', meaning they didn't know how to do a handshake.

"I see," you stood up again, "it's nice to meet you, ladies."

Luna and Mana stared at you in admiration, they grabbed your hand and started pulling you away, "Pretty girl! Come on! Mommy made us pie!"

"Oi! Let go of her!" Mitsuya yelled for his sisters, until he saw you laughing with them, he let you be.

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After a while, you had to go.

Your time with the Mitsuya household was amazing, you had loads of fun with them. And it was clear that they loved you too.

But of course, the sun was setting, and you had to go in case your parents were worried.

As you were horse riding back to the palace, you started a conversation, "It was fun."

He nodded in agreement. "I don't want the day to end though."

"Then don't end it yet." you stopped the horse and looked at him with a raised brow, he was looking at something, so you looked there too.

"There's a lake." he pointed, and there was a lake.

"Let's go lake bathing!"

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You got back home, and the maids were startled to see your hair soaked.

The king and queen were there too, waiting for your arrival. And the king lectured Mitsuya, but you immediately covered for him.

Everyone in the palace realized the development in your relationship, your brows weren't furrowed anymore even if he followed you around.

And with that, you decided it was best to rest for the night instead of sneaking out like always.