During Dinner.Rara remained seated beside the queen, but her gaze was firmly fixed on the king. Her posture was respectful, but her attention was unmistakably on him, her eyes darting occasionally to catch his reactions.Her movements were delicate, like a devoted daughter eager to please. She had learned from the morning’s encounter that the queen’s temper was not something to be trifled with, and she was determined to avoid provoking another outburst.Despite her focus on the king, she occasionally turned to the queen with a sweet smile, though her attentiveness was clearly directed elsewhere.The queen, who had been in high spirits that morning, was now visibly displeased.Her expression was a mix of frustration and resignation as she watched Rara’s overt attempts to gain the king’s favor. The air around her felt charged, as though her displeasure could manifest physically.The meal itself seemed to lose its appeal for the queen. The once-delicious food now tasted bland and unappet
“Chief, are you alright?” Assistant Bear asked, his voice laced with concern as he rested his hand on the handle of the gun strapped to his waist.Chief Lisun groaned and slowly pushed the figure lying heavily on top of him aside. He sat up, brushing off the dirt and grime that clung to his clothes.He looked down at the person sprawled on the grass, their clothes a muddled mix of colors. She was a young woman with a defiant posture, her fiery red hair fanned out like a halo around her. Her face, partially hidden by a stray lock of hair, was flushed with a mixture of embarrassment and frustration.She glanced up briefly, her eyes meeting his for a fleeting second before she turned her attention back to the dirt. With intense focus, she resumed drawing a series of concentric circles on the ground, her brow furrowed in concentration.Chief Lisun was torn between incredulity and irritation. She had landed on him with such force that he’d thought he’d been flattened. And now, here she was,
When Rara entered the dining hall for breakfast, she was momentarily stunned by the scene before her. The hall, elegantly decorated with tapestries and grand chandeliers, was filled with the aroma of freshly baked bread and brewed coffee. At the center of this regal setting stood a tall, striking male figure beside the queen. The queen's warm, affectionate smile contrasted sharply with the king's cool, detached demeanor.The figure beside the queen was dressed in a finely tailored outfit, a rich navy blue that complemented his stature. His hair, dark and meticulously styled, fell just so, accentuating his chiseled features. As the queen spoke, he responded with brief nods and succinct answers, his posture upright and formal.Rara, lost in her observations, barely noticed Prince Ariel approaching until he spoke. “What are you standing there for?”Startled from her daze, Rara turned to find Prince Ariel standing just behind her. His expression was one of mild impatience mixed with curios
The expression on the prince’s face was priceless.Their father never smiled at them like that, nor did he acknowledge their skills. Yet this little girl—sigh. It was clear that she had struck a chord with him.Forget it. There’s no point in arguing with an unknown girl who’s managed to capture the attention of royalty.After dinner, the queen and king decided to take Rara for a stroll around the palace garden, hoping the fresh air would aid digestion. The garden was a lush, sprawling expanse of greenery dotted with vibrant flowers and intricately manicured hedges. The centerpiece of the garden was the Tree Lamp, an impressive structure that resembled a colossal, ancient tree. At night, it bathed the surroundings in a warm, golden light.“Chihara, right?” the king’s voice cut through the tranquil evening air.Chihara stiffened at the sound of her name. It was the first time the king had used it, and his tone suggested he had something important to say.“Yes, Your Majesty,” she responde
The next day, the queen and Rara reconvened in the palace garden in the afternoon. The sun cast a warm, golden light over the meticulously tended flowers and shrubs, creating a serene and picturesque setting.The queen, poised and graceful, began to explain the process to Rara. “For beginners, you must sit cross-legged and place your index fingers and pinky fingers on either side of your head, just above your ears,” she instructed, demonstrating the posture with practiced ease.Rara mimicked the queen’s movements, settling onto the soft grass. “Inhale, exhale, concentrate,” the queen continued, her voice calm and soothing.Rara, already accustomed to magical practices, found the technique relatively straightforward. Her innate magical abilities seemed to accelerate her progress. Within moments, she felt herself slipping into a meditative state, and her surroundings began to dissolve into a strange, mystical space.As she looked around, Rara saw the fog fairies—ethereal beings with tran
“Are we close?”Rara opened her eyes, her face tired and drawn. She glanced at the maid sitting beside her, who was patiently enduring her frequent queries.“My Lady, we still have three hours left before we arrive at our destination,” the maid responded, her voice steady despite the repetition of the information.Rara sighed, reaching for the water bottle situated in the middle of the car seat. She unscrewed the lid and took a long, refreshing drink, savoring the cool liquid.They had been traveling for five grueling hours, making only brief stops for food and bathroom breaks. The interior of the black SUV was dim, with the hum of the engine and the gentle sway of the vehicle making Rara feel more exhausted by the minute.In their convoy, two black vans led the way, with two more following behind. The front van was occupied by Assistant Bear and his subordinates, while the second van in front contained only a subordinate. The same arrangement applied to the vans behind them.Chief Lis
Upon arriving at the Meeting Hall, Rara’s eyebrows shot up in momentary shock. The sight before her was both unexpected and disconcerting. Prince Xavier lounged on the grand throne, his posture nonchalant and commanding, while King Loton stood beside him, appearing slightly out of place. The throne, an opulent seat adorned with intricate gold carvings, seemed almost too grand for the aged king.Rara couldn’t help but roll her eyes and shake her head at Prince Xavier’s apparent disrespect. His casual demeanor contrasted sharply with the gravity of the occasion.King Loton, a figure clearly in his sixties or seventies, bore the unmistakable signs of age. His face was a map of deep wrinkles, and his once-straight posture was slightly bent, giving him a stooped appearance. His gray hair was neatly combed, but his overall bearing was frail.Prince Xavier, in stark contrast, exuded a youthful arrogance. Seated on the throne, he maintained an air of casual authority, as if the grandeur of the
At the long, ornate dining table, the silence was suffocating. Candlelight flickered weakly, casting shadows across the faces of the gathered nobles, each staring intently at the menus laid before them. Their expressions were tense, each face wearing a mixture of disbelief and shock. Eyes darted between the lavish banquet on the table and the lies they had been told for months.Who was it that had claimed the small kingdom of Loton was suffering from famine?Outside these grand palace walls, the common people were gaunt, their hollowed eyes and skeletal frames telling a story of hunger and desperation. The barren fields were proof of the suffering, with no crops growing and no livestock left to graze.But the sight before them — the feast, enough to feed hundreds, possibly even a thousand — contradicted everything. The table overflowed with golden-roasted meats, exotic fruits, and platters of delicacies from far-off lands, all arranged like a masterpiece, mocking the starving kingdom.
The smoky area was tense as Chief Watu, bruised and battered, led Prince Ariel through the underground networks of the Sitaga Kingdom's intelligence network.After a day of hasty investigating, and sending letters to the hidden spies in the Sitaga Kingdom, they finally found out. Unfortunately, Mayonne and the evil rogue wolf were seen heading to the Haguar Kingdom.Ariel's gaze turned cold. There really is something else behind the play.He didn't wait for dawn and rode through the night at full speed along with his men.However, what awaited him at the gates of the Haguar Kingdom was nothing good.Prince Ariel stopped his horse as his men followed suits. His heart ached when he saw the worn-out Mayonne behind the evil rogue wolf.Clenching his jaw, his gaze swept over the people a few meters away in front of him.The King of Sitaga Kingdom, King Pose Napo, stood with ruthlessness in his old eyes. His armour was like a midnight lake reflecting the stars above, its dark blue surface s
Prince Ariel rode ahead with his men, his grip on the reins tightening as they galloped toward the Sitaga Kingdom. His heart beat anxiously inside his chest with every passing second, and his mind constantly thinking of Mayonne.Was she safe? Was she scared?He gritted his teeth when he recalled his failure to protect her back at the Temple of Haguar.He had been so careless, believing that no one would dare to stir up chaos on such an important ceremony. He let his guard down and paid a price for it.She had just gone out of his room, taking care of him since she was his personal maidservant, before going back to her room. He had just laid down on the bed when suddenly, he heard a loud crash outside.The moment he dashed outside, he was stunned when he saw the bodies of his soldiers, who were guarding his door had fallen to the ground, lifeless.His eyes darted back to the culprit who was smiling smugly
Hearing Prince Xavier's words, Queen Lustia neither agree nor disagree.She doesn't want her son to go with such a dangerous group of supernatural.However, seeing such a rare scene of Hara being tortured made her feel conflicted.After all, Hara was also the daughter of her best friend."Master, let's go.""Wait," Prince Xavier stopped him, "I have a condition,"Lugh Tigranes grunted, "Speak!""I'll go with you. In return, your people won't touch my people,"''Tch!" Raymond face was filled with displeasure.Their lord had specifically instructed them to bring Prince Xavier at all cost.That being said means taking Prince Xavier away was priority."I promise...only if your people stay put and don't try anything funny,""Alright,"Prince Xavier stepped forward with indifference in his eyes. There was no fear nor anxiousness in hi
Two weeks later.Haguar Kingdom, Royal Palace.Assistant Bear dash past the palace door and rushed into the Palace Hall where King Magdon was discussing some political affairs with his ministers.The sound of the ongoing discussion died down when they heard the hurried footsteps coming towards them.Turning their heads around to look at Assistant Bear who looks very tense with seriousness on his face makes them very curious about what had happened to barged inside the Palace Hall where an important meeting was held.King Magdon frowned upon seeing Assistant Bear rushed in without informing him in advance about his arrival.However, he held himself from chiding him upon seeing the dreadful expression on Assistant Bear's face."Assistant Bear? What's the matter?" he asked.Assistant Bear walks towards the middle of the throne and stopped below the stairs.He knelt on one knee and bowed to King Magdon with his arms in front of his chest."Your Majesty, forgive my rudeness for coming unan
Rara was about to reply when someone else beat her to it. "Shut up!" The woman who had just berated her immediately stepped back in fright as she lowered her head. Biting her lips, she clenched her hand tightly beside her as she glared at Rara's back with hatred. As the man on the throne unleashed his aura that made others inside the main hall feel a heavy pressure, Rara's face was still as calm as usual. Since they didn't chain her hand behind her, Rara managed to move her fingers and made a hand gesture. Click! In an instant, a flame of fire burns through the chain around her before it spreads throughout her entire body. The spectators who saw this gasped in shock. "Heavens! What the hell is she trying to do?" "It can't be that she wanted to blow herself up?" "Quick, stop her! We can't let her destroy our main goal today!" The man on the throne was also shocked when he saw this. He stood up and flash in front of her. He waved his hand, trying to put out the fire that engu
Meanwhile, back to Rara's current situation.When the black-clothed men brought her away, Rara didn't struggle at all.Other than to save her children, she also wants to know the mastermind who orders her capture.This is a very risky move that could endanger her life. However, knowing that the Gods wouldn't let her die no matter what happen, she took a gamble once more.Just like how her children and her life were saved even though there was a trace of dark magic inside her, she believe that the Gods would definitely help her again.Actually, this bunch of assassins was nothing in her eyes. It would be a piece of cake for her to defeat them.However, in order to see who was so daring to kidnap her under Xavier's eyes, she let them bring her further and further away from the Haguar Kingdom.On that rainy night, the assassins didn't stop even once. Maybe it was due to fear that Xavier will chase after him, but they only stopped after an hour of the journey in a small empty town."Ugh!"
When morning comes, Assistant Panda arranged for his men to buy a few carriages to bring the guard's dead bodies back to their family in the capital.After that, the whole family along with the remaining guards went back to the capital in low spirits.Laurell and Laurence had been crying for a long time since last night. They only stopped when they became tired. Given Xavier's unstable emotions, Queen Lustia and King Magdon took care of the twins.The remaining guards were told to be more cautious during the trip back to the capital. It was unknown whether the group of assassins yesterday would appear again.Looking at the pale and sickly appearance of Laurell and Laurence, Queen Lustia sighed.Both of them were unable to sleep after the commotion that happen yesterday. Their face looks forlorn and tired.They were both shocked and full of fear when they heard what happened from Xavier's mouth."Hubby, why do you think those assassins took Hara away?" Queen Lustia asked.King Magdon a
The whole Haguar Kingdom was overjoyed when they heard of the birth of the twins. To celebrate, King Magdon announced that he will hold a celebration in three months. All four kingdoms and other mid and lower kingdoms were invited. The whole palace was busy preparing for the events. Not only were they need to decorate the whole palace, but they would also need to arrange for the royal parades throughout the streets of Haguar to the Temple of Haguar. Not only that, the soldiers and royal guards were trained strictly in order to protect the royals in case of emergency. *** After preparing for three months, the day for the celebration is finally here. Royals and nobles from all over the world arrived one after another and came through the gate towards the Haguar Palace. In front of the royal palace was the palace ground that could contain thousands of people. Everyone was discussing the event and some were just catching up with their acquaintances or making connections. The royal
Six months later.Around 1 in the morning, Rara was woken up by a sudden pain in her stomach. Her grunt woke Xavier up, "Honey, what's wrong?" he stretched out his hand to switch on the light in the room."My...my stomach hurt...so much..." Rara slowly got out of bed with Xavier's help.The moment she stood up, a gush of water landed on the floor and wetted the carpet on the floor.Looking down at the puddle of water on the floor, both of them went pale in panic.Xavier immediately carried her back to bed and put her in a lying position, "Ho-honey, w-wait here...I-I'll go and call the doctors over."After that, he flashed out of the room and down the second floor where the female doctors who specialized in giving birth were staying.Knock! Knock! Knock!The harsh knocking on the door woke the doctors up from their dreams.The head doctor, Hilda Goufn, got out of bed first and tidied herself up before opening the door, "What-?" she didn't manage to get a word out of her mouth before h