There are kidnappers who would target me immediately, for political purposes or sheer greed. Not to mention countless monsters that roam the land. Besides, with my duties to the people, I can hardly see to their needs if I'm not even present to witness what those needs are. It was only recently that I had enough reason to leave the castle, and even that I had to do against my father's wishes.
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[She sighs.]
There are kidnappers who would target me immediately, for political purposes or sheer greed. Not to mention countless monsters that roam the land. Besides, with my duties to the people, I can hardly see to their needs if I'm not even present to witness what those needs are. It was only recently that I had enough reason to leave the castle, and even that I had to do against my father's wishes.