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Chapter 7: The Outstanding Monarch

Julian smiled confidently, feeling more resolute.

"Yes, life is a grand play, and I will play this role well. Just wait and see, I will change the situation."

With this determination, Julian felt relieved.

"Ethan, I will live your life, and I will change your fate."

“To truly embody the role of Ethan Caelan, I need to understand more about the life here and Ethan's relationships,” Julian Pierce told himself. He decided to thoroughly investigate everything around him.

He summoned Reed Jace and Leo Grant.

“I want to know more about the rules of the palace and everything related to my daily life,” Julian said gently.

Leo Grant looked at Julian with a serious expression and began to meticulously explain each rule, from how to interact with officials to attending banquets. Reed Jace added details about Ethan Caelan’s preferences and habits.

By the time they finished, it was already dusk. There was a sound from a guard outside the door announcing.

“Your Highness, Crown Prince Nathaniel Caelan and Third Prince Sebastian Caelan are here,” the guard reported, his voice clear and respectful.

Julian quickly assumed the role of Ethan Caelan and nodded in agreement.

“Let them in.”

Soon after, Crown Prince Nathaniel Caelan and Third Prince Sebastian Caelan entered. Crown Prince Nathaniel, with his sturdy physique and calm demeanor, his bright eyes and confident smile, exuded the aura of a sovereign. In contrast, Third Prince Sebastian Caelan was lively and carefree, his handsome face full of vitality, always carrying a cheerful smile and mischievous eyes.

“Ethan, you had me worried sick!” Sebastian quickly spoke up, his tone full of concern.

“Big brother, Third brother, I’m fine,” Ethan replied, feeling warmth in his heart at their concern.

“Ethan, how could you be so careless? Your body is usually weak, why would you dare to ride a newly trained horse? It’s really dangerous!”

Nathaniel’s voice was stern, his eyes filled with worry as he looked at Ethan.

Ethan responded calmly.

“Big brother, Third brother, I didn’t expect the horse to react so violently. I just didn’t want to disappoint you.”

Sebastian lightly patted Ethan’s shoulder and smiled,

“Ethan, you have to be more careful. Your body is weak; you can’t be like us.”

Crown Prince Nathaniel nodded, his voice deep and warm,

“Ethan, I understand you want to join us in hunting, but your safety is paramount.”

The three of them were silent for a moment, the atmosphere becoming somber.

Sebastian suddenly spoke up, his eyes showing deep concern.

“This morning, I heard that the court’s affairs are very tense, and Father is really troubled. Second brother is facing many difficulties at the border, our army has been continuously defeated. I’m really worried about him.”

Nathaniel nodded slightly, his eyes showing sadness.

“Alexander is shouldering a great responsibility. We are here enjoying luxury, but as the Crown Prince, I feel ashamed.”

The atmosphere suddenly became tense. Nathaniel and Sebastian exchanged glances, then looked back at Ethan. Ethan sensed the worry and unease in their eyes, but he already knew what awaited him.

“Father has sent an envoy to seek peace, but the terms proposed by the Kingdom of Helios are outrageous,” Nathaniel said, his voice filled with anger.

Sebastian couldn’t contain his frustration and loudly said:

“Yes, they demand that our royal family send an unmarried prince to the Kingdom of Helios as a hostage. It’s unacceptable!”

Ethan took a deep breath, his voice calm but filled with determination.

“Crown Prince, Third brother, Father has decided that the one to go to the Kingdom of Helios will be me.”

Nathaniel and Sebastian were both stunned, silent for a moment. Crown Prince Nathaniel was the first to speak.

“Ethan, do you know how dangerous this will be? Going there, you will face many risks, enduring the strict surveillance of the Kingdom of Helios.”

Sebastian added, his tone worried,

“Ethan, you are still young and weak, how can you endure it?”

Ethan remained resolute, looking at his two brothers.

“I have thought it through. This is the only way to achieve peace for the Kingdom of Aria. If

I can help the country avoid war and save the people, I am willing to accept any danger.”

Nathaniel Caelan and Sebastian Caelan looked at each other, then at Ethan Caelan. Both saw the determination in his eyes.

Nathaniel Caelan tightly grasped Ethan’s hand, his eyes revealing a deep sense of sympathy.

“Ethan, we don’t want you to go. But the current situation leaves us no other choice.”

Nathaniel sighed softly:

“Valerius Evander is cunning and ruthless. I’m very worried about you.”

Nathaniel stepped closer, his eyes filled with deep sadness, and placed a hand on Ethan’s shoulder:

“Ethan, you’re still so young, and so frail...”

Sebastian, who was usually cheerful, could no longer hide his worry.

“Ethan, life as a hostage is not easy. The Helios royal family has many strict regulations. Not only Valerius Evander, but I’ve heard that all the nobles there are full of schemes and won’t hesitate to use any means.”

Sebastian suddenly laughed lightly, as if thinking of something. “Ethan, you’re so handsome, maybe Valerius Evander has been captivated by you all along and deliberately chose you?”

Those words struck a hidden fear within Ethan. He looked up at Sebastian, his eyes filled with unease. “Third brother, I’ve never even met Valerius Evander.”

Sebastian grinned mischievously:

“You haven’t met him, but your portraits are all over the capital. Surely they’ve reached Valerius Evander. I even have one, but it doesn’t do you justice, not even a fraction as handsome as you.”

Nathaniel sternly spoke, his voice full of reproach.

“Third brother, this is not the time for jokes.”

Sebastian shook his head, his smile fading.

“I just wanted to ease his tension.”

Crown Prince Nathaniel sighed and began to speak about the Kingdom of Helios.

“Ethan, Helios was once only on par with Aria. But since Valerius Evander ascended the throne, everything has changed completely.”

Ethan listened intently, his curiosity piqued.

Nathaniel continued, his voice calm but unable to hide his admiration.

“Valerius Evander has implemented many drastic reforms. First, in the military, he completely overhauled the army, enhancing discipline and training the soldiers. As a result, Helios’ military became strong and formidable.”

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