King's Son (Season 1&2)
episode 59 Because I Love You
Refald clasped my hand tightly and led me away from the bottom of the cliff by crossing the river in front of us. While crossing over, I caught a glimpse of the waterfall flowing profusely as it passed by. I was amazed by its beauty, what an amazing natural panorama.
Unfortunately, we could not stay in this place for long because it was getting darker and the moonlight would be difficult to penetrate this place. It's only fitting that Refald disagreed when I proposed to spend the night here and take me away from here.
My sprained leg had not recovered, so my path slowed down a bit and limped a bit, but Refald patiently led me and helped me through the less friendly road because it was filled with steep rocks in every area we passed.
We had only been walking for 30 minutes, but I was exhausted. Sweat was pouring down my temple. My breath was dull and quite heavy because the road was a little uphill. Though we walked not far from the river because we were deliberately following the river flow in the hope that the river is one of the access to be able to take us back to the village. Because Refald was convinced that down the river was the fastest way rather than down the forest.
“Rest first, Honey .. You look pale.” Refald led me to a large rock not far from where we were walking. “Sit on this rock, I'll get you some water.”
Refald was about to leave, but I grabbed his arm. “I'm coming.” I'm saying I'm down.
“Stay here, you look very tired. I won't be long and also not far from here.” Refald clasped my hand to convince me.
“Not so.” I still don't want to let go of Refald's hand. “We don't carry any equipment. You can't get me water with just a leaf or a hand. Help me to the riverbank, I'll drink it myself. It's so much better than you having to go back and forth here and there to get me some water.”
Refald just kept looking at me, before long he smiled at me. “Actually there is, but we can't take everything we need before nightfall. So, just be patient for a second. For now go up to my back, I will take you to the river bank.” Refald crouched down in front of me again. “Come fast, because it's getting dark!”
“Are you not tired?” I was confused and also surprised that Refald could still say things that I did not understand at all. Also, his actions made me even more excited to see Refald. It was obvious that he was also exhausted, but still acting strong in front of me.
“I told you Honey, I'm very strong. Don't worry about me, Okay!”
Actually I don't believe it, but if I deny it it will only drain my energy because Refald will definitely argue with me.
I just nodded and put my hand on her neck. Quickly, Refald stood up and led me to the bank of the river. Refald's attention did not stop there. As soon as he dropped me off, he immediately took the water for me from his hand. Patently, Refald helped me to drink water. I was really, really, but also embarrassed. But I still obey whatever Refald does for me. After that he also carried me again walking down the river.
Uncomplaining and tireless, Refald continued to carry me through the rocks and the steep road that stretched wide before us. My job was to remove the leaves and branches from the branches of the tree that blocked the eyes of Refald.
Along the way, Refald asked me to joke and joke around to distract me from getting too tense down the forest with him. He tells how his experience when struggling with the world of nature lovers so he has an identity card from a tight-knit community of professional climbers.
There were actually a lot of questions I wanted to ask him. But I'll keep all those questions as soon as we get out of this place. Because, the most important thing right now is that we can both get out alive from the forest that looks very scary at night, especially without any lighting.
The adventure story that Refald told me made me even more amazed at him. Apparently, I have an amazing fiancee. Being able to explore many mountains in various parts of the world is a dream and a world paradise for true nature lovers, including me. And Refald has become one of the thousands of people who can hike in the highest mountains in the world.
Without feeling it, the twilight time has arrived. Slowly but surely, the sun began to sink in the western horizon and the day began to darken. The two of us are currently in the middle of a dense forest, but I don't know where exactly.
“We rest and spend the night here,” said Refald Lirih. “How? You agree?” refald asked me while observing the forest around us.
“The place is indeed fitting if made a break, but why do I feel there is something watching us, huh? Is this just my feeling?”
“Do not be afraid, Honey. How many times do I have to say, as long as there is me, I won't let anything hurt you and me...”.
“Enough!” I smothered the mouth of Refald who was blabbing incessantly. “I know and I understand, now put me down! How long are you gonna carry me like this?”
Refald just smiled and dropped me off. After that he immediately looked for dry tree branches in the area around this forest and collected as much as possible.
Actually I wanted to help, but I couldn't move much because my back and legs still hurt. So I just picked up some rough dry twigs that were strewn around me.
After much delusion, Refald led me to a large shady tree and took off his jacket and placed it on the ground covered with thick grass.
While I was just sitting quietly watching Refald who began to make a fireplace so we could use to warm ourselves when the night had come.
“I think these woods are enough to protect us at night from wild animals. But this is just in case. I'll only turn it on if we're in a desperate state.” Refald brightly when arranging the wood that he put coiled around the tree.
The night came and Refald started a bonfire to warm us both.
“You don't mind if I sit next to you?” without waiting for my approval Refald sat very close to me. “Actually I feel awkward, but the air here is very cold. It would be very beneficial for both of us if we warm each other up,” explained Refald. It seems that his words have a deep meaning.
“What do you mean by warming each other?” I tried to guess the meaning of Refald's words.
“Oh Honey, you know what I mean, do I have to explain all this to you? It's in the woods, the air is very cold, and there's only the two of us here.”
“Then?”
Refald clucked in annoyance, “Then I will take the chance if I want to! Oh my God, Honey .. You're so innocent, don't you think that I'm seducing you? I'm so surprised to you, you have a very handsome fiancee and a lot of girls, we're in the middle of the forest, don't you want to make out with me? Other girls will definitely take this rare opportunity to approach me, but not with you.” Refald sounded cynical as he said that.
I began to understand the meaning of Refald's words and smiled knots at him. “I can't ...” I said.
“Can't what?” Refald turned his head and looked at me.
“I'm not like those stupid girls who are crazy about you, so don't equate me with them.” I said that sentence with a flat expression without emotion.
Refald was silent, perhaps he felt guilty for comparing me to others.
I took off the jacket I was wearing and put it on as a blanket with Refald. I pulled on Refald's arm so he could get closer to me and put on my jacket to cover both of us. Of course, Refald was surprised that we wore a blanket from my jacket together.
“But I can do this with you.” I looked at Refald who was also looking at me. “True what you said, we must indeed warm each other, but if until you mess I do not hesitate to beat you even though you are my own fiance!” my voice sounded like it was threatening Refald.
Refald was stunned to stare at me for a while until he finally laughed out loud.
“I won't do that stupid thing Honey, even though our current condition is in my favor, you know why?”
I shook my head while looking at him curiously.
“Because I love you ...” whispered Refald close in my ear.
I looked at Refald's handsome face right in his feather bead.
This is the first time this idiot has ever expressed love to me. This is what I've been waiting for all this time. Why just say it now, anyway? Stupidhead!
When I was delighted and complacent with the statement of love from Refald, I suddenly saw a white shadow flashing in front of me. Instantly I was surprised and glued.
“It ....” My eyes are wide in disbelief. “Counties?”
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