"Princess! Come back! You're not suppose to leave your room for the day!"

Princess Historia Reiss, the only princess of this kingdom, ran around one of the fountains in the backyard at the castle grounds. Historia is a beautiful blonde who's aged fifteen. She's quite petite and has bright blue eyes. Her bodyguard, Bertholdt Fubar, was chasing after her as her father, the King, had ordered her to stay in her room today.

"Princess! Please return to your room.." a new voice called out.

"Reiner!"

Historia ran towards her butler,Reiner Braun, and jumped on him. She's surprisingly attached to her dear butler. Reiner sighed and brought her back to her room, which is located at one of the considerably highest floor in the castle.

"You shouldn't run off like that. Not today, at least." Reiner told Historia.

"Why? Why can't I today...?" Historia asked.

"Well... I heard the troops of armies from war had just return to report to his majesty. I'm guessing his majesty didn't want you near them..."

It was hard for Reiner to explain, but after making it clear to the princess that she must not go out today, he requested a short leave to fetch the princess' tea. After making sure Reiner is no where in sight, a smile crept onto Historia's face as she sneaks out from her chambers. This time, going deeper into the palace's garden. Looking around, she spotted a person, a woman to be exact, around the gates. Curiosity filled her head as she unconsciously allowed her feet to bring her closer to this woman. She was very tall for a woman, quite beautiful up close. This woman's a brunette, with eyes as sharp as an eagle's.

"Who are you?" the woman asked after realizing a presence near her.

"...Who are you?" Historia asked, a bit hesitant after hearing the woman's deep voice.

"I asked first but... I'm one of the leader of the troops for war. Name's Ymir." the brunette introduced.

"...I'm... Christa... a maid..." Historia said, deciding it was for the best for her to hide her identity upon remembering Reiner's words.

"A maid? That's quite a dress for a maid to wear..." Ymir raised one of her eyebrow.

"W-Well, I'm the princess' personal maid..." Historia lied.

"I see. Pleased to meet you... Christa." Ymir said.

"Same here-"

"Princess! Princess! Where are you..?!"

It was Bertholdt's voice, along with Reiner's. Historia gulped and look at Ymir.

"I'm sorry... It seems that the princess had sneaked out again, I must help find her. Goodbye."

With that, Historia left, leaving Ymir alone at the gates. What a weird girl... yet there's something different about her... Oh well... Ymir thought as she continued waiting for the captain. Historia had gotten in trouble sneaking out like that, and after a warning too. Luckily, Reiner helped lifted her punishment. And about Ymir? Well... Historia had decided to keep their meeting a secret.

A week later, Historia had permission from her father, allowing to roam outside the castle. Historia had worn a plain dress, one that wouldn't be so eye-catching, and also tied her hair into twin tails. Reiner wanted to follow her, but she rejects his offer, promising that she'll be back before dawn and that she'll be fine. Too bad though, Bertholdt's still following her around. After trying her best, Historia had managed to lost him. Historia sighed and followed the busy road filled with people and stalls. She looked around for anything that would catch her eye. Then she heard a familiar voice calling a name, she ignored it and continued walking ahead. But the voice didn't stop, instead, it followed and she felt someone grab her shoulder. Historia flinched and almost screamed for help but didn't when she saw a familiar face.

"Christa...?"

"Y-Ymir!"

Historia widen her eyes in surprise. No wonder she ignored the voice, Ymir had been calling her by a fake name. Ymir blinked a few times before greeting the blonde properly. Historia greeted back as well. After a small chat, Ymir invited Historia to a cafe around the corner.

"So... what brings you here?" Ymir asked after taking a sip of coffee.

"Just taking a look at the stalls, seeing if there's anything that attracts me." Historia replied.

"I suppose it's your day off?" Ymir asked again, Historia hesitantly nodded.

"What about you Ymir? What are you doing here?"

"I was looking for some gear..." Ymir said casually.

Both chatted for a while, getting to know more about each other. While talking about a random topic, Ymir found herself staring at Historia unknowingly. She's quite shy... She looked at the blonde's face closely, very beautiful... such delicate features and fair skin... especially those big blue eyes...

'Ymir..?"

"Ymir..?"

"Oh... yes?" Ymir snapped out of her thoughts.

"Is there something on my face?" Historia questioned, wondering why was Ymir staring at her.

"O-Oh, nothing at all..." Ymir blushed slightly, uncharacteristically.

"A-Ah! It's already 5? I need to head back now! Thank you for the company today Ymir! I hope to see you again..." Historia said as she stood up, surprising Ymir. When Historia moved towards the doors of the cafe, Ymir took hold of her arm, halting her to leave.

"Wait! Next week, same day and time, here... Is it okay?" Ymir asked.

"A-Alright... Sure... See you!"

With that, Historia left... and Ymir had a smile on her usually emotionless face.