The simple sentence filled Coco's heart with warmth. The feeling of being protected like this was truly wonderful, even though she knew she was only his girlfriend in name.

"Thank you," her voice choked slightly.

"There's no need to thank me. Like I said, you're my girlfriend," he said.

She took a deep breath, looked directly into his eyes, and said seriously, "But are you sure you want me as your girlfriend? I... I didn't know who you were before, but I do now. You're actually the crown prin