Giovanna

Determined to thank Prince Alexander for the gift, even if I had previously refused it, I decided to go to his room. However, when I arrived at the place, I was surprised by a large number of security guards who prevented me from passing.

I'm sorry, miss, but the prince's room is a restricted area - one of the security guards said firmly.

But I just wanted to thank the prince for the gift he sent me - I tried to explain, but they remained inflexible.

Disappointed, I turned around and decided to take a walk on the deck of the ship to relax. The night was calm and the sea breeze was comforting. However, my thoughts were still focused on the prince and his attitude.

As I walked alone, I heard muffled voices coming from a darker part of the deck. Curious, I approached and realized that there were two men talking in a low tone.

Did you see how the prince is acting strange on this trip? He did not participate in the video call with the king, and now refuses the gift he sent to the girl? - said one of the men with a sarcastic laugh.

Yes, it seems that the prince is more interested in a commoner than in royal responsibilities. This is unacceptable - said the other man, clearly disapproving of the prince's attitude.

Those words hit me like an arrow. I knew that the prince was facing difficulties with his family and his obligations as heir to the throne, but hearing those evils about him made me upset.

Without identifying myself, I kept listening to the conversation, wanting to know more about what the men were talking about.

If he continues to act this way, the Duke won't make it cheap. He will tell the king everything, and the prince can get into big problems - said the first man.

And that's what he deserves. He should focus on his role as prince and forget about this commoner. This will only bring dishonor to the royal family - the other man agreed.

Anger started to take over me. How could those men talk like that about the prince? They didn't know anything about his feelings or the difficulties he was facing. I knew he had his obligations as a prince, but I also knew that his feelings were real.

Unable to hear those evils anymore, I walked away quickly and went back to my room. I was upset and worried about Prince Alexander. I knew he was going through a difficult time and I wanted to be by his side to support him, but the circumstances seemed to conspire against us.

That night, while I was lying in bed, I thought about everything that had happened. I wanted to be with the prince, but I knew that our social differences were a difficult obstacle to overcome.

When they woke up that morning, Gisele and Jussara noticed my thoughtful expression and asked what had happened so that I had gone to bed earlier the night before. I was a little reluctant to tell, but I knew I could trust them.

Sighing, I reported on the conversation I heard from two men on the deck, while walking alone the night before. I described how they spoke evil things about the prince, although I hadn't seen their faces in the dark.

Gisele was visibly worried and Jussara arched her eyebrows, interested in the words that came out of my mouth.

You need to be careful, Gigi - said Gisele, using my nickname. - This gossip can be dangerous.

I know, Gigi. Jealousy and malice can spread easily - agreed Jussara, serious.

I don't give much importance to these things, but I confess that I was bothered. I think it's time to focus on what really matters: getting to know the real prince, in addition to appearances and rumors - he said, trying to reassure them.

Gisele supported my shoulder affectionately, agreeing with my decision. - You're right, Gigi. Sometimes we need to look beyond the gossip and judgments of others.

Exactly! And we have to remember that he can be the target of a lot of envy for being a prince - added Jussara, offering his support as well.

I agreed with a smile, grateful to have friends who are so understanding and worried about me. Gisele suggested that I go to the spa to relax and take care of myself, as a way to get the worries away a little.

It's a good idea. A little relaxation won't hurt anyone - I agreed, feeling lighter when thinking about taking care of myself in that moment of turbulence.

As I prepared to go to the spa, I thanked in my heart for the presence of Gisele and Jussara in my life.