THE COLD DAD
PRINCE'S AMBITIONS

The next day.The atmosphere of the morning at the Mansion, as usual.the servants were busy wandering around doing their own activities.while the soldiers, there were those who were marathon morning around the field. Some are patrolling to keep the entire Mansion safe, and some are busy doing physical exercise.The day is still a bit dark, because it is only five o'clock past fifteen in the morning.

Ravella has been awake since, to be exact.. He could not sleep because he thought of the Prince's words, last night. They both talked late. Ravella went towards the window, and opened the plain white curtains, which blocked the view. Then he stepped slowly to his feet while holding the balcony railing.

He smiled softly, breathing fresh air that still felt cool. He was still wearing sleeping clothes, before long he turned his body, and sat down to relax and lean on the balcony railing of his room while hugging his two small knees. he drowned enjoying the fresh air that still felt cold.

All the trees, the green grasses, and the flowers that were still wet with dew, the clean air felt so refreshing. The atmosphere of early morning, very calming heart and mind. Ravella was comfortable, and really liked the calm atmosphere of the early morning.

The chirping of a bird (Goldfinch) sounds melodious in the ear. Every now and then He looked down, watching the bustle of the Servants, and the Soldiers around the Mansion. The busy voice from the footsteps around the Mansion, sounded boisterous once. He paused for a moment to notice the current moment, then he turned his gaze to the still dark sky.

But immediately the gaze from her two beautiful eyes, became sweet. The smile on her beautiful face immediately faded, as if it had been snatched away by reality.when the moment of conversation with the Prince, again flashed in her mind.

(Flashback) "So, if you feel uncomfortable with the boy's presence! I'm gonna take you out of this place. And I've also prepared a place that you'll definitely love, and be comfortable to occupy. No less good than the Mansion, this. How's Vella? If you agree, tell me! we'll be leaving tomorrow soon. Think carefully." she looked at Ravella, with sympathy.

Ravella was silent for a moment, she noticed the Prince's face with detail. There was not a single lie from his words, nor his two eyes were as calm as a lake. The prince was silent waiting for Ravella's reply, who seemed to be still weighing her words.

He watched in silence, enjoying the beautiful scenery presented before his eyes. A very beautiful little girl like no other, now sitting focused on thinking facing him, with her chin up, staring at a table containing a plate of cookies, and two cups of tea. Long purplish silver hair that sometimes changes it. Now he is fixated on staring at the glass that still contains tea that has been somewhat reduced, and began to cool.

Seeing that, the Prince's reaction was as if he was being bewitched by his unreal-looking beauty. He who had looked serious, unwittingly just smiled in silence, enjoying the rare moment. Very rarely he can stand up all this time, while enjoying a moment as relaxed and calm as this, without any interference from anyone.

In his heart he was very happy and muttered, while thinking about what he had planned for so long. 'You know Vella, I can't wait for your debutante moment of maturity. If that time comes, I'll announce our marriage soon. I need to tie you up, so that no one can take you away from me. To the extent that I had the opportunity to think, I really wanted to lock you up just for myself. So that you can not go anywhere.he thought very ambitious to have it.

Ravella touched the lip of the glass, and played it with her tiny fingers. In silence, two human children are glued and silent to each other, with their own thoughts. After a long silence with various considerations, Ravella finally made a sound again, and made a decision. But this time.. The intonation of his voice sounded a bit sad, yet full of calmness.

"Prince.., your offer, of course, is very tempting. I'm very happy and grateful with all your attention, and kindness." she said with a gentle smile. The prince who knows where the conversation is going! Starting to feel a little disappointed, because his sincerity was immediately rejected. "I really appreciate your sincerity to me, but this is an internal matter for my family. So, inevitably I have to face the reality, without having to involve outsiders.

You don't have to worry.I'm fine. Once again I'm really sorry, I really can't accept your help." he said bluntly, leaving the Prince speechless, with his decision. And could only sigh, looking at the firmness of Ravella, who was very chuckling with her stance. The prince pulled his body and leaned against the chair he was sitting on, then he clasped his hands and crossed his legs while exhaling a rough breath.

"Haaahs.. Well, if you've decided that way. I'm not gonna force you anymore, but you need to know Vella.. I am very sincere and seriously want to help you. If you're in trouble ahead, don't hesitate to ask for my help. Whatever it is, I will always be on your side." he said, then got up, but before leaving, he turned to Ravella, and spoke again. "Rest, it's late. Ah, another one. I will probably stay here, until the Duke returns." he said and left. After he finished speaking, the Prince left Ravell, in silence.

(Right now) 'I understand the good intentions, but.. I was also very curious about what was going to happen in the future! And.., Grandpa said, always bothering me. Actually..what kind of truth does Grandpa mean?! For that, I will find out for myself the truth.' he thought, had rounded his heart. Before long, there was a knock from outside the door, which resuscitated his daydream.

"Tock.. Geck.. Geck.. Daughter, this is Reni, click." The sound of the door opening.

Reni's voice broke the silence in the quiet and cold room.After knocking on the door, Reni went straight in. But when he entered, he was surprised to not find the whereabouts of the Princess, Ravella was not in his bed. He looked in all directions, the window was wide open.

A cool breeze burst into the room, and the figure of the Princess, sitting leaning against the balcony railing, was looking back at her. He sat down and hugged both knees. He only smiled when he saw Reni's presence. Reni who looked worried to see her Master Daughter on the balcony of the room, immediately ran with a blanket, because she was worried that the Princess was cold and catch a cold.

"Reni, I'm fine." she breathed when she saw the panic of her foster mother.

Reni, who had considered the Princess like her own child, could feel something was stirring in her daughter's heart. Looking at Reni's face that was just silent without saying anything, made Ravella feel guilty and unwell. It was so obvious on her face, that Reni was very worried about her. Seeing that, Ravella muttered again to calm her foster mother.

"Reni, you don't have to worry.. I just breathe fresh air outside. The air is very cool and soothing." he said, who is now in his big bed. But Reni is not easy to deceive. He knows very well and knows the character of his foster daughter. Moreover, he was very rarely on the balcony this early, just for the reason of breathing fresh air.

Reni sat on the edge of the bed holding her two small hands, looking almost wet tears inundated, wanting to get out immediately. And lips that clench, conical as if holding back a cry. Ravella noticed the facial expression of her nanny and then grabbed Reni's hand, to calm her nanny, so as not to worry about her. Reni was silent for a moment with Ravella's reaction. A while later, there was the voice of Reni, who was trembling and was being bowed while closing her eyes.

"Daughter.. I've known the Princess so well since you were a baby again, I can feel. The princess is not okay at the moment. Although the Princess never showed it, nor said it though. But I beg you, no matter what happens. Because it will be a burden of mind for yourself, Princess." he said tightly grasping both hands Ravella, while looking at her lovingly, like a mother to her child.

Ravella was silent when she heard the words of her nanny. He could not dodge because what Reni said, was indeed true. He became powerless and immediately threw his gaze in another direction, muttering in his heart. 'Either why? after hearing Reni's words, my heart suddenly became extremely claustrophobic. Could this be the feeling of the owner of this body..!!' Ravella simply responded to Reni's words, with a smile. Moments later, she hugged Reni, who was like her own mother.

He just hugged without saying anything, but in his little heart, he again muttered softly. 'Yeah, you're right Reni! Right now, I'm not okay. I don't know, am I really ready to face Father's change, towards me? on his return later..! If it wasn't for Grandpa's message back then.. I felt like I wanted to run away and go as far as possible to leave this place.

I also don't dare to expect much, Is there still room left for me in this place? after the appearance of Grasia..!' his mummy was soft, his heart and mind, becoming noisy, being filled with various questions, and things that had not happened. But without him knowing.. The Spirits had gathered listening from within the Mana Zone. While paying attention to all, fill his thoughts and concerns.

All were silent including the Guard, who had now been in the Mana Zone. At first he wanted to surprise her, having been released from the sentence. But nevertheless.. After seeing Ravella's current mood, he again undoes his intentions. And would rather join the other Spirits. Likewise with Jura and Rabarus, who had arrived before him.

'So, this is what you mean.. If the current Empress urgently needs our presence.' thought Jura, and Rabarus together.

'I didn't expect, if our little Empress is currently stricken with grief and confusion.' thought the Guard, paying attention to the situation.

In the silence and silence within the Mana Zone, Zaku who was sitting leaning against the corner of the window, suddenly chapped, making the others turn towards him. "Cih.., just be careful if until the child dares to make my daughter, cry. I don't care even if he's the Father, the Master. I'm gonna make him beg, until he wants to die rather than live." she broke the silence.

"Sadly, this time, I totally agree with you." said Tama, who was sitting next to Saga, grinning and folding her hands together.

"Heh. hey. hey. hey. hey, don't forget me, I also have a part here." continued Roya, not to be left behind. The three men, seemed very enthusiastic about it. Different from his two friends. Gira, and Saga. He looked calmer and level-headed. The Guard, and Rabarus. Looks very relaxed and continues to monitor the state of the little Empress. However, different from the others.. Jura, who was sitting a little far away from the others, looked calm and cold. Deep down, he muttered and promised himself.

'So that thing, which has been bothering you all this time, and always makes you want to leave this place immediately, Goddess!' boy!' He thought back, said Ravella.

'If that happens to you, I swear to myself..! It doesn't matter who it is. I'll take out anyone who dares to visit you, then flatten the place until there's nothing left.' He kept his anger in silence.

However, Emperor Zando who was on his mysterious throne, heard all the contents of Jura's heart. He just rang, hearing the ravings of one of his favorite pillars.