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This chapter focuses on Ursula's love interest and his feelings towards her.

Chapter 3: His Side

What is it about her that gets my mind off everything else? I don't know. I guess it started when we first met under not-so-pleasant circumstances. First, the Ludians were looking for Ryu, then the Fou Empire.

You could call it fate, coincidence, whatever. At first, it was as though she would try anything to irritate me, but as I got to know her better, she wasn't the cold-hearted, hard-nosed captain I thought she was.

There was always something about her that caught me. Was it the way she fought? Maybe. Her attitude? Probably. Her...? I shouldn't go there. I hope no one else notices. They probably do but, who cares? Let them figure it out. I'll deny it but, they're not stupid, especially Nina. She always has this way of finding out.

What about Elina? Hmm...at first, I was in love with her, or at least I thought I was. I'll admit that I couldn't bear to witness her engagement to Prince Morley. He was always so cold-hearted. He never cared about her well being and it angered me. Unfortunately, I would never be able to spend the rest of my life with her even if she was still alive. I even confessed my love to her before I did the unthinkable. When it was over, it suddenly dawned on me that I wasn't really in love with her. I started to see her more as a sister. She would want to see me happy. I know she's out there watching. I wonder how he's feeling now that Elina is dead. Forget about him.

I wonder how she's doing in Chedo. I hope she find the General. When we shook hands and parted our ways, I couldn't help but look back. One moment we were outside the gates of Chedo, the next moment we were headed on a new journey. It was going to be strange without her company. I was getting used to her insight, her presence, everything about her.

But then, my heart starts fluttering, I can't concentrate on anything else. Could it be that I'm falling in love this time? I guess it is. Me, the chief of an entire nation actually in love. What would the elders think if they knew? Let them think what they think. I know Elina would want me to find happiness.

I'll admit there were other girls I thought I was in love before, but I realized they were just flings. With her, it's different. She's everything I could wanted in a girl. She could be warm-hearted. She can stand her own ground. I'll admit she's even pretty, especially when she's not so serious.

I wonder if she feels the same way about me. If she didn't, what were those looks she would give me when she pretended to clean her gun. She probably thought I didn't notice it then. She wouldn't know how wrong was. I'll admit that I couldn't help but stare back at her. I mean, she is attractive.

Why is Nina staring at me? Great, most likely she noticed me staring into space. She must have figured out something. Why does my face feel hot all of sudden? Now, Ryu's staring at me. I ought to thank him. He was the reason she and I met. He has this way of bringing total strangers together. Was it that obvious that I thinking about her? It must be.

It's getting dark. What was the nearest town? From the looks of it, we must be heading towards Lyp. Might as well check in at the inn. I'm really tired; got to get some sleep. Even though we were in different towns, I hope to be with her in my dreams.

End

Another short chapter. Now, I'll get to work on that lemon and post as soon as I can if I can get over this writer's block. I wish it could be longer but it was the best I could do on short notice. Don't forget to review. Thanks.