Predatory Marriage (Web Novel)

Chapter 48 – I Waited for You (2)

Deep in her thoughts, Leah was unaware that she had been staring at Genins tattoo for too long, her attention was caught by the intricate pattern of an ink on skin. Noticing the princess fascination, Genin pulled up her sleeves allowing Leah a better glimpse of her tattoo.

She displayed her forearm, and spoke to Leah, “I only have one tattoo.”

Fortunately, she did not seem to regard Leahs curiosity as rude. Leah hesitated for a moment, then after contemplating whether it would be appropriate to ask the Kurkan woman before her, asked a question which she had been pondering curiously about.

“I had initially thought that all of the Kurkans have tattoos, but it appears that your king does not have any.”

After blurting such words, her cheeks flushed in embarrassment. It was the same as admitting to having already seen Ishakan unclothed, in all his glory. However, it fortunately appeared that Genin was indifferent, and seemed not to have thought of it.

“Yes, King Ishakan has no tattoo at all.” Genins eyes sparkled with adoration. Her tone was full of pride for the Kurkan King.

“It means that he has never lost a fight.”

Leah had heard stories of the Kurkans determining their rank by force. But it was her first time to hear what the tattoos symbolized for them. Furthermore, knowing that he had never lost a battle…

It was a surprising story, which somehow, felt reasonable. Defeat did not suit Ishakan. It was more befitting of him, to sit on the highest throne and look down victoriously from above. Leah thought of Ishakans impertinent golden eyes as she spoke.

“The king helped me yesterday.”

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She grabbed her blanket as she was engulfed with shame and continued to slowly speak.

“Please send my gratitude.”

“I will tell the King.”

Genin smiled the first time. With unease creeping up, Leah quickly changed the subject. “Can you bring these clothes too?”