Ch. 1: The Red-Haired Prince
Kingdom of Gartina in the Land of Jewels, Month of Rainbow…-
Below the beautifully clear blue sky, the town was studded with red gemstones that sparkled brighter than the sun.
I've never seen such a beautiful town…
I had been invited to this country as thanks for waking Prince Tiga, and now I made my way down the main street towards the castle.
??: "OO!"
Turning in the direction of the voice, I saw Prince Tiga riding a horse, his beautiful red hair swaying as he smiled at me.
Tiga: "OO, you made it."
OO: "Prince Tiga!"
Tiga: "Haha, you don't have to stand on ceremony."
OO: "Oh, um, then…Tiga."
Tiga: "Yeah that'll work. Hurry and hop on."
Tiga extended his hand down to me from atop the horse.
OO: "R-right."
I took his hand, but remained stock still as I couldn't figure out how to get on the horse.
Horses are taller than I thought.
OO: "Ah…"
Tiga dismounted the horse and easily boosted me up so that I could ride on the horse.
OO: "Th-thanks."
Sitting side-saddle, I was surprised that my point of view was even higher than I thought it would be.
Tiga: "Don't move."
…?
He quickly mounted the horse behind me, then reached his arms around my back and grabbed the reins.
I'm kind of nervous.
As I sat side-saddle I leaned so my cheek was resting against his chest.
Tiga: "Here we go."
Tiga's pleasant voice whispered close to my ear, and my heart sped up a little.