13 Chapter 13: Devil of Deblin 1 (1/2)

Surprised from my sudden words, Xavier dropped all semblance of composure and the stone he held onto.

”Did… did Her Highness just say kitty?”

As he spoke, Latima, too, looked at me in exaggerated surprise and let out a tattered laugh.

”I also heard it as well… but that couldn't be it.”

”Kiddy…! Kiddy!”

'Whatever! Just take me with you! Don't leave me behind! I too want to see the divine cat!”

”I… I think she truly said the word kitty, right…?”

”Right? I heard it as well.”

Lalima nodded, agreeing with Xavier's words. It was a sight to see, a historic moment where both of their opinions were the same for once.

'…..H-huh? Wait… this isn't how it should go.'

The situation was growing tense, it looked like, but what was the problem? I only realized too late when the nanny who clutched me tight in her arms parted her lips.

”To think Her Highness would speak her first words two months after her birth…”

Oh… I soon realized my mistake.

'Actually, why did I do that? Am I beginning to think like a baby because I am one or what…?'

This rapid change was unfamiliar to me as well, and I was sure the mind inside this body was an adult… though the only issue that remained was that this body was not fully grown, yet.

'Perhaps the reason I'm acting on impulse is because of my childish body…?'

Though, in truth, I was not sure, only vaguely assuming that it had to do with my growth process.

'In any case…'

The main problem I faced was not that and it's not like I was able to properly formulate a full sentence, but it certainly was a cause for surprise. I had spoken into existence a complete word far too fast for a child my age.

'Hmm… how do I get out of this situation?'

I was left pondering to rectify the situation when Latina suddenly hugged me tightly with an awestruck look splattered across her face.

”That's our princess! She's a genius! To be able to talk this early and all, my goodness…! Your Majesty, you're a rare genius!”

”Ahbubu…!” (I can't breathe!)

”Ahbubu? What did you say this time? Please say it again, Your Highness?”

Lalima's pair of eyes shone with vivid excitement as if attempting to decipher each and every word spoken.

'No, no, that's not what I wanted to do.'

I was caught off guard and I felt extreme bashfulness. Meanwhile, Oscar wore a disappointed expression.

'Why is he so down?'

My question was answered. A short while later, Oscar mumbled weakly to himself.