83. The Ways to Survive

Rowena shook her hair and tried to look more relaxed, "Oh, Commander Sehel."

"Your Highness ... You and... Wood, what did you just do? Princess Rowena ...."

Greg was unable to continue, while Riley, not wanting any misunderstandings, said, "Commander, it's not as you see it. I just-"

"Oh, come on. Riley, you don't have to cover this up anymore," Rowena interrupted.

The young girl sighed and girded her loins as she looked at the confused Riley, "I don't think it matters if Commander Sehel knows."

"Ta-know what, Your Highness?" Riley said, looking panicked.

Rowena shook her head and turned around, facing Greg Sehel who still looked so shocked.

"Commander Sehel," Rowena called out.

"I-yes, Your Majesty," Greg stammered.

Rowena took a quick glance at Riley again and said, "You were once a young boy and I'm sure you know what's going on without me telling you."

Greg's face instantly turned red, while Riley was even more clueless.

"I didn't expect you to keep this matter a secret from th