I Love You, Miss Genius

"Not at all." Bonnie's smile remained, confusing Andreas further.

After feeling his cheeks, he stopped and asked, "Well, what is it then? Why do you look so excited?"

Bonnie's smile widened. "That's because I think you've bounced back to how you were when we first met. You're cheerful and energetic again. I'm genuinely happy for you."

The prince was a little stunned. He thought, 'She's right. I feel lighter now that I've accepted what happened between the three of us. I feel livelier. Still, I didn't think she'd notice it so quickly.

'I guess it's better this way. Since I've removed such complicated thoughts from my life, she can continue to consider me a close friend.'

With that in mind, Andreas raised his chin and smiled. "What are you talking about? I've always been cheerful, confident, and energetic."

Bonnie helplessly shook her head. "I gave you an inch, and you're taking a mile. How shameless of you, Your Highness."

He responded smilingly, "Hey, you complimented me, didn't you? I was just agreeing, that's all."

"All right, that's enough of that. Let's go and check out the ranch," Bonnie said as she headed toward the entrance, "I'll pick a thoroughbred that can run far!"

Ivor stood aside and listened to the duo's conversation. Instead of butting in, he only observed how Andreas treated Bonnie.

'I know I told Bonnie I thought Andreas was slowly accepting our marriage. However, I kept thinking he was only pretending to be disinterested. After all, he loved her so deeply. All of that has changed now.

'I can tell something's different

about Andreas. I'm sure that he has

indeed accepted things. It's like Bonnie said. I should give Andreas more time to move on from her entirely. They'll become good friends in every sense of the word.

Meanwhile, Andreas could not help but frown when he heard Bonnie's words. He remarked, "Are you sure you want a thoroughbred? You're new to horseback riding. That's one of the wildest breeds among the horses. Taming them takes much time and effort. Why don't you try a different breed first, Bonnie?"

me."

Bonnie glanced sideways at him and lifted her chin. She said confidently, "If I say I want a thoroughbred, I know I'm capable enough to tame it. I wouldn't say something unless I'm sure of it. Don't worry about

Turning her head sideways, she lifted her chin, her delicate eyes filled with confidence and pride.

Andreas knew she had

misunderstood him, so he hastily explained, "It took me a few weeks to tame a thoroughbred, yet you're expecting to tame one during your first experience with horses? I'm just worried it'll scar you for life."

Ivor seconded, "His Highness is right, Bonnie. You should listen to him and try another breed. What'll I do if an accident happens?"

A hint of helplessness appeared in Bonnie's eyes as she said, "Didn't you hear me? I wouldn't have said that if I wasn't sure of myself. Also, don't you guys trust me? Do you honestly think I can't tame a thoroughbred?"Copyright Nôv/el/Dra/ma.Org.

Worried that Bonnie might mistake their concern for underestimation, one of the men said, "None of us doubt your capabilities. However, there are too many uncertainties regarding horseback riding. We're just worried about accidents."

Bonnie knew they were only concerned for her safety, so she spoke in a warmer tone, "I'll give it a shot first. I'll change breeds if I can't do it."