In the end I fell asleep after staying up for nearly the whole night. I feel so embarrassed. Which carer falls asleep before the sick she is caring for? Even though I have woken up for some time, I pretend to be still sleeping by not opening my eyes and not moving. I hope Lord Valentine has not woken up …

While Cordelia is fully occupied by her prince, Lord Valentine and I have a fun time. We browse street markets, try out different restaurants and street vendors and visit the country side. We have great fun. These great memories will serve as the fuel for my future, for when Lord Valentine leaves this world.  Today we’re back on the main …

“I don’t understand,” I ask Lord Valentine. We’re now sitting in Jade Garden again waiting for the arrival of Prince Lance. Cordelia hugely endorse on the food in Jade Garden even though it’s extremely expensive.  “About what?” Lord Valentine smiles warmly and places a steamed bun in my bowl.  “About what Carl said yesterday. Not meddling is talking about me. …

I am now in the same dream as Lord Valentine. He said he had a method and the method is pulling me into a dream with him.  “Why do I have to be involved?” I ask confused. Lord Valentine worries that his friends might be trapped in my current world without memories. So understandably, he wishes to check on them …

That’s strange. Lord Valentine seems to know the couple in front of us, but they do not seem to recognize Lord Valentine.  After stopping the bird like girl, Arina, from pecking at the popcorn on the floor by hugging her, the handsome guy gently pulls Arina up. He taps Arina’s dress lightly to remove the dust on it. Throughout all …

“What did Val do to anger you?” Cordelia whispers.  “Nothing.” “Tsk, as if. You two are so awkward around each other. You two no longer act lovey dovey. So what’s the problem, tell me all about it.” Cordelia winks.  “Nothing. We have never acted lovey dovey, princess.”  “Oh please. As soon as Val joined us, he has been hovering around …

“Ianthe, Ianthe! Are you alright?” Lord Valentine is looking at with worry.  “Lord Valentine?” He smiles to try to comfort. “You’re having a nightmare. It’s alright now, you are no longer in the nightmare.”  I nod in response. Lord Valentine’s smile seems forced. He looks distracted and worried.  Thinking back to what Lord Valentine’s mother said before I was pulled …

Lord Valentine travels with Cordelia and I, to the annoyance of Cordelia. She believes Lord Valentine is coming along to spy on her. But I, as an observer, know that’s not true. Lord Valentine never intervenes with Cordelia. He did not stop Cordelia when she rushed in front of the greedy landlord who hit his subjects. Nor did he persuade …

“Princess, just what do you do to the prince?” I ask worriedly. “The prince has been searching for you for one whole week!”  “Nothing, Ianthe. How many times do I have to tell you? Stop worrying! We’re simply playing.” The corners of her mouth tip up. “Why is it so hot here? The… what’s it called… what’s the point of …

“Wait, Lord Valentine!” Before I can utter the last word, Lord Valentine vaporizes in front of me.  That must not be the real Lord Valentine. This is just a shadow of him made by his magic.  He could have sent another written message like the one a few days ago, but he didn’t. He appeared in person, just to apologize. …