Dropping your entire body to the ground, you plant half a dozen kisses on the Princess’ front hooves. “It is an honor to meet you, Your Highness!” you call up at her, before returning to your reverent smooching.

She giggles briefly and uses her magic to yank you back up to eye level. “Goodness! There’s no need for any of that. Just because I’m a Princess doesn’t mean that I’m any better than you.”

You cock an eyebrow. “Are...are you sure that’s how that works?”

“Of course. I’m certain,” she reassures you. “Besides, you’re already a respected young scholar; maybe even better than me at my peak!”

Proceed to Chapter 4.

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