WHILE ALESTERIA is dealing with a little problem on her own, she is ignorant of the rumors about her that are spreading across the continent; they have even reached the farthest part of the continent where the sea reaches beyond the sky.
Stories about the princess spread like wildfire as the citizens of Vlatka celebrated her accomplishment; from merchants to travelers, everyone was talking about the princess
"There is no one else like the princess in this world!" They proudly exclaimed as they tell stories about her.
The legends revolved around her ability to walk at the age of four months, her speech at a younger age than others, and her ability to manipulate mana from the minute she was born.
The latter was merely exaggerated.
That, however, is not a lie.
Because so many people are talking about her and her excellent achievement, these rumors have reached the ears of several priests and high-ranking church officials.
"PAWIE, AWEN'T you bweing twoo comfowtable?" (Parie, aren’t you being too comfortable?) Parie pauses her eating for a moment, ignoring Alesteria's lisp because she's become accustomed to it, as she notices Alesteria frowning at her, hands on her waist, as the little pixie delicately sets the cookie brought in by the maid. "What? It's only a little munching, and you know how much we need to eat in order to use our mana." Parie shrugged and gazed with sparkling eyes at the platter of butter cookies. "Besides, I can tell if someone comes in uninvited; I'm not a pixie for nothing!" Parie's comment made Alesteria sigh before the latter resumed eating the biscuits, crumbs everywhere as she savors it. "Still. Thewe awe pweople you can't sense." Alesteria said as three people suddenly came into mind. (Still. There are people you can’t sense.) 'Like my father and brothers.' Parie smile
"ALRIGHT ALESTERIA, you just have to put all the mana you can get and--WOAH!" BANG! The sound of a massive explosion is enough to frighten everyone in the palace, especially if it comes from the princess's room. They did, however, consider soundproofing the chamber early on to avoid detection. And it seemed to be the best option they could have made as Parie stared at the massive hole in the wall, smokes from the hole appearing as the silver-colored ball evaporates into thin air, leaving just the proof of its presence. "What the… Are you tryin
A PRINCE'S knight faction is a group that manages the prince's protection and abides in them entirely; they can never betray the prince that they serve and will always be faithful to them. It is also where talented people are personally acknowledged and taken in by the prince, with them vowing to serve the prince for the rest of eternity; some of these people stood by the prince's heir, and so will their descendants. As such, it has become a tradition for every royal to have knights of their own. It also makes sense because royals required protection from those who wanted to harm them, but it's not like the royals don't have the capacity to do so on their own. It's just that it's much easier for the royals to travel around without too much trouble. And, according to tradition, each royal must have fifteen to twenty knights, which excludes a personal aide because they are typically recognized as the prince's right-hand man.
'YESTERDAY WAS fun.' Alesteria thought as she quietly sipped her drink which is again, just milk.She can't have tea yet since she's only three years old, which annoys her because she used to drink lavender tea all the time when she was the witch.She's putting up with it for the time being.Alesteria laid her cup down as she reflected on what had transpired the day before, which brought a warm grin to her face.'We played in the fields after watching Aldrich carve out our initials on the three for what felt like an eternity.'Alesteria felt her mood lightened up because of yesterday's events, even if the news about her brothers leaving soured it a little, but that's fine.Aldrich and Aimilios tried their best to make her feel that she is treasured and important in their lives; to the point that her brothers did everything with her, played with her, told her everything that happened to them whilst they were gone, and accomm
NICHOLAE WASN'T planning on visiting to be honest, but he felt the urge to at least see the young princess's face that day, and what luck he has that her 'knights' are not around to protect her.Though, he doesn't have the luxury of visiting too as Aldrich and Aimilios would prevent him from seeing Alesteria. So, he would often be turned away the moment he stepped inside.Fortunately for him, the princes are not on Alesteria's side because they have their own factions to deal with.'It is a good thing I went today.' He thought as he stared at the smiling princess.Nicholae admits that Alesteria is lovely in his eyes, especially when the sun reflects on her blonde hair, which appeared to complement her ocean blue eyes, her cheeks rose pink, her eyelashes were long and nearly fluttering every time she blinks, and even the way she expresses herself.'I haven't understood the sense of being loved yet, but that's expected g
ALESTERIA WANTED to disappear due to the embarrassment as she stares at Xerxes with a flushed face, her ocean blue eyes staring daggers at her father, the emperor, hoping for him to stop his childish action. Unfortunately, her dagger-like look is the equivalent of a cub gazing at a lion, and Xerxes didn't even notice it as he continued to stare down at the tiny Versormer heir. If his gaze could kill, the poor boy would be dead by now. 'This. Is. Embarrassing!' Alesteria screamed in her mind as she clenches her fists. 'That was totally unnecessary and rude! In my thousand-year experience, I have never been treated like some fragile being by anyone!' She added, her flushed face becoming redder. Although what Alesteria said is reasonable, she is also a person who hasn't been in touch with another person for a millennium, and the only companion she has is a proud dragon, an egotistical pixie, and some sweet dwarf
"THAT WAS the most entertaining thing I have ever witnessed in my entire life!"Parie was ecstatic, her face is bright and her eyes twinkled as she laughed hysterically while recalling the events that happened earlier between Alesteria, the emperor, and the young boy named Nicholae.She never expected something like earlier to unfold in front of her very eyes, but she also doesn't want to miss out on it so she stayed hidden in Alesteria's pocket; from which she witnessed everything.Parie was impressed with the young Nicholae when in front of the emperor; she, who was not visible, even shook somewhat owing to the emperor's imposing demeanor, but the boy?'He was so composed and confident! I like him already!'Parie continued to laugh at the side while Alesteria was still pissed, her mood darkening and her eyes still glaring.After the confrontation and the argument Xerxes and Alesteria had, they cut off the remainin
"BWOTHEW ALSO doesn't know why fathew hates Dwuke Vewsowmew?"Alesteria's round blue eyes stared at the sweating Aldrich as he took a step back, her gaze becoming unbearable by the second as he avoided her gaze.Aimilios stared at the two as he sipped his drink, an open book placed in front of him. He didn't bother picking up his book again because he knows the events that are about to unfold in front of him will be far more interesting.Aldrich had just returned from swordsmanship training and instead of freshening up, he went straight to the gazebo where Aimilios and Alesteria were waiting.When he arrived, Alesteria was silent but the moment her eyes landed on his sweaty figure, she asked him."Bwothew shouwd know since he is oldew."Aldrich wanted to leave but Aimilios is staring down at him.'Don't you dare…' He conveys through his eyes.It has been a week since the rumors about Alesteria a