"Uh, I know, but... could you put me down first?" Ines said softly, her tone calm, though there was a hint of modest shyness.
"Oh, sorry!" Leon hurriedly let go, awkwardly allowing the Little Princess's feet to touch the ground again.
To him, her slight frame felt as light as a little kitten, barely weighing anything in the crook of his arm, having momentarily forgotten to be cautious.
Ines freed herself from the restraint, tidyed the nightgown on her body, and turned to look at Leon, sighing, "I woke up suddenly in the night and couldn't shake Agatha awake no matter what. I went outside to call for help and saw the guards and servants all unconscious in the corridor. That's when I realized the situation was bad.
With my meager skills, I didn't know whether to stay hidden in the room and wait for rescue or risk trying to escape on my own to find help. Luckily, you came quickly. Thank you for having the heart to save me."
