The Forgotten Princess Rose-Chapter 261

Rose couldn’t contain her excitement as she got another look around the kingdom. Zayne promised to take her somewhere exciting but would not reveal it to her to ruin the surprise.

She thought about where he wanted to take her. Could they be going for more vases for her flowers? To visit a friend or a relative? frёewebηovel.cѳm

Rose wanted Zayne to be out with it as she couldn’t wait for the surprise. The way he sat looking amused by her made her suspicious of what he wanted to show her. This was just a trip around for new scenery so what was he smiling about?

Rose leaned back on her seat. "Are you that happy to see me looking around or are you up to something? Strangely, you didn’t push for us to be seated next to each other so what are you waiting to see?"

"Nothing. Seeing you happy makes me happy. If you want me to sit beside you, you only need to ask. Should I?" Zayne asked.

Rose shook her head. "No. You are up to something. I thought we were going to have a relaxing time out. Tell me, what is it that you have planned or would you rather keep secrets from your wife?"

"You know I wouldn’t keep secrets from you. I was thinking it would be nice to get a companion for you so on the days I have to be away from the estate, there will be someone beside you. I know a good place," said Zayne, his smile unknowingly widening.

His response was not what she thought of.

"A companion? Like a dog or a cat?" Rose asked, more interested in this than the scenery. "I would love one but isn’t it too much responsibility? I will be busy for a while so wouldn’t that make them sad?"

"They’ll have plenty of space to run around when you are busy and I’m sure the servants will provide much attention for them. How about we get you a companion that will not care much about you? Just to eat and run around?" Zayne suggested, looking away from Rose for a moment to hold his laughter.

Rose didn’t understand since a cat and dog would want her attention at times. "What other option is there? I saw you have a small pond with fish but fish do not run around. I- You!"

Rose thought of something and judging from Zayne not meeting her eyes anymore, she had guessed right. "Are you thinking of getting me a bunny? I do not want a bunny and if you bring one before me today, I will see myself to another room tonight."

Rose didn’t dislike bunnies but Zayne had teased her about them for so long that she didn’t want to see one. She was grateful that so far there had never been rabbit served at dinner since she knew what he would say to her.

Rose folded her arms to show that she didn’t like this. "I want to go back. This isn’t fun anymore. I am not like a bunny and I don’t like when you tease me for being one. Why did I go find a mean husband?"

Zayne couldn’t hold back his laughter anymore. "Is that so? I’ve suddenly found myself in the position of sleeping alone tonight. I think it upsets you because you have not been reminded of how cute bunnies are and there are other animals where we are going."

He continued, "A few people go to visit there because there is also a big garden with a lot of flowers you can buy. You’ve shown great interest in the garden I must admit I ignored for years and you like putting flowers in the rooms. It would be a waste not to go there."

Rose was interested in going if there were flowers but she did not want to return with a bunny in the carriage with them. "I will go since we are on the way there but if you try to have me hold a bunny or bring one with us, I am quite serious about spending the night alone. Or maybe I should have your mother invite your sister over."

Rose knew she got him when Zayne frowned. Gone were the days when only he could do the teasing. They weren’t far away from the things that annoyed him. He was right at home with his family eager to see him.

"I am excited to meet your sister. So excited that I find myself unable to wait for dinner to meet her. I suppose if I have a pet bunny it would be worth inviting her over to see. Wouldn’t it?" Rose smiled, enjoying how she caged him.

"You’re playing with fire here, Rose. Not that I mind. You’re finally showing that you can tease me this way. While I am proud of how you thought to use my sister, if she comes around you will regret it the most since she will make your ears bleed. Now, I really want to get you a bunny," Zayne said, his mind yet to be changed.

"Even if you have to sleep alone tonight?" Rose asked, surprised he had not backed down.

"I know you well, Rose. Gone are the days when you liked to sleep alone. You have grown the habit of moving to find me when we rest so you wouldn’t last a night without me by your side. It makes me happy."

Rose didn’t see it that way. She had grown accustomed to sleeping with Zayne but she would also be just fine without him. "I can sleep without you there by my side."

"Want to bet? If I win then we will come back here for a bunny. If you win, I will do whatever you think of. Deal?" Zayne proposed, extending his hand out for Rose to shake.

Rose was hesitant. There was nothing she ever thought she could beat Zayne at. He was wonderful at everything which left her in awe of him but she wanted to beat him just once and this simple bet might be the only way.

Rose shook his hand. She had slept without Zayne for many years so she would be just fine. It only bothered her that Zayne was confident he would win.

The carriage stopped, ending their talk about their silly bet.

Rose looked out the window and already she saw many patches of beautiful flowers with children running around and a few adults walking. "Is it fine for me to mix with others already? I didn’t get dressed up," she said, looking down at her choice of dress.

"We’re just here to walk around and the people here won’t make a fuss about what you are wearing. I wouldn’t have brought you here if you needed to worry. This is the most busy it will ever get," Zayne promised.

Zayne opened the carriage door and stepped out to offer his hand to Rose. They were gaining attention because of the familiar carriage but no one approached them.

Rose placed her hand on Zayne’s and stepped out to join him. It was a pretty place she didn’t want to miss.

Zayne closed the carriage door behind Rose. While he wasn’t interested in making appearances, something small like this should get the message spreading that the prince went on a stroll with his wife. A small visit to start letting others know that this marriage wasn’t a ruse like he heard during his time in the palace.