The Crown Prince's Love
Chapter 38

Three days had passed since Randy was attacked, and now we were both returning to class since I had to be by his side until he was fine. I was happy, and he was happy.

The king and queen finally left after making sure Randy was fine, and the security on campus became more stringent.

They stationed royal guards everywhere to protect Randy and investigate the attack.

"Hey, it's time," Randy announced as he came from behind me and hugged me.

"You look great, by the way." He commented, giving me a playful pat on the backside.

I chuckled as he walked past me to the door.

Ever since the attack, we had grown closer. I had apologized for ignoring him on the day of the attack, but I hadn't told him about the voice in my dream.

"Let's go," I said as I opened the door, and we both walked out holding hands. When we were about to reach the elevator, and as the doors opened, we entered and held hands again, as there was no one inside. However, a voice announced their presence, and we quickly let go of our hands.

A boy entered, and I frowned when I saw him. He seemed oddly familiar, and I tried to figure out where I had seen him. Then I remembered he was the new kid who had introduced himself to Randy on the first day. "Your Highness," He bowed his head at Randy as the doors closed. "I heard about what happened. I just want to know if you're fine?"

I frowned, wondering why he was asking such questions and acting familiar with Randy.

"Yes, I am fine." Randy replied. "Do I know... you?"

I burst into laughter when I heard Randy say that. I had never expected him to say something like that. I had thought he would remember John.

The boy also laughed and stretched out his hand to Randy. "I already introduced myself the first time we met. I'm John, and I'm new here."

Randy exchanged glances with me, contemplating whether to take his hand.

On his behalf, I took John's hand, just like last time.

"This happened the last time, right?" John chuckled.

I tightened my grip on his hand and smirked at him. "Now we know your name." I let go of his hand, and just then, the elevator doors opened, and we walked out.

"Good morning, Your Highness, and you too, Randy," Hilda greeted us as we walked out. "Your car is waiting outside to take you to class." She announced.

I exchanged looks with Randy and realized that the king was not bluffing when he said he was going to ensure Randy's protection at all times. "Thank you, Hilda," Randy said to her as we both walked out of the dormitory.

True to what she said, a black van was parked in front of the dormitory, and three guards were standing by its side.

When they saw Randy, they bowed their heads.

"Your Highness."

He acknowledged them and then entered the car. Just as I was about to enter the van, they stopped me. "The royal prince alone." They informed me.

I frowned and looked at Randy, who seemed as confused as I was. "What is happening?" He asked. "Why is he not riding with me?"

"Forgive me, Your Highness," One of the guards apologized. "This was the rule given to me by the king. Only the royals are allowed to ride inside the van."

"But..." Randy began to argue, but I gave him a reassuring smile and nod, indicating that it was fine. "I'll wait for you at the front of the class, Desmond. I'm sorry." "It's okay," I replied, and I started walking as I watched the car pull away.

I would never be a royal, and that was not all. I was going to die soon, and it would all be over.

I heaved a deep sigh, clenching my fists, not noticing that John was by my side until I felt his presence.

"Hey," He tapped me on the shoulder.

I turned to face him with a glare, and he raised his hand in surrender. "I apologize for my earlier behavior. I just wanted to walk with you to the classroom, if that's alright with you." I didn't respond to him and continued to walk towards the class.

"The campus is beautiful, right?" He questioned, but I didn't respond.

He continued to talk until we reached the front of the class. Randy was waiting for me as he had promised, and when he saw me, he quickly grabbed my hand and pulled me into the class.

The teacher in charge had not arrived yet, and there were only a few students present. When they saw Randy, they all changed their seat positions, allowing Randy and me to sit in the front row. "May I join you?" John requested.

I wanted to say no, but Randy invited him. "Sure," He said.

John bowed his head in gratitude and sat down beside me.

A few minutes passed, and more students arrived.

I saw Ana as she walked in. She waved at me, and I waved back. She walked to the second row and sat opposite me.

"You two are close now?" Randy asked, sounding a bit displeased.

I turned to face him and noticed that his blue eyes had become dimmer. I smiled at him, placed my hand on his thigh, and squeezed it gently. "We're not close, but she was there when you got hurt Randy, and..."

"I see," He cut me off before I could finish, and just then, the teacher in charge arrived, and my eyes almost popped out of their sockets when I realized that it was someone else.

It was the Royal sorcerer, Helen.

"Hello, students. My name is Helen, and from now on, I will be teaching this class history. Your other teacher is on leave so..."

"What is Aunty Helen doing here?" Randy muttered. "And why are my parents watching me over and over again?" He asked.

"I have no idea," I replied, but I had already figured that it had to do with the fact that I was going to die. "She might be here for some reason, I believe, and..."

"Don't talk in my class!" Helen shouted and clapped her hands together.

Her voice was so loud that I felt it in my brain. She pointed towards me, and I quickly stood up because I knew how tough she was.

Growing up with Randy made me see her other side. She was a fighter, a seer, and a funny woman.