The Lost Heir: Battle Of Royalties - Chapter 129

Who would dare reject the future king of the country?

Prince Veziron was totally upset when he heard that Cole, the commander of the Shadow knight’s army turned down his invitation. He already humbled himself when he requested to have an audience with him but how dare that guy refused just like that?!

“I will never forgive that rude guy! Just who is he to reject me?” He gritted his teeth in anger.

“Master…” His bodyguard approached him. “Just say the word and I will dispatch your enemies.”

“No. Not now.” He clenched his fist. “I shall go and meet with Gareth. I’ll show them what true power is.”

Angrily, the prince rushed back to the base camp. He must say Gareth is a strong captain with strong leaders training the new men.

“My prince…” He came and kowtowed before him.

“Tell your commander that by hook or by crook, I want to meet with him. Same place, same day. It’s a royal order!”

“But my prince, commander Cole might not really meet you since his working on something important—”

“More important than my royal decree?” Prince Veziron sneered in contempt.

“But….”

“I repeat, it’s a royal order.” He firmly voiced before leaving the bemused man.

“Tsk! Royal order my ȧss.” He leered before resuming his job. Though he made sure to send prince’s Veziron’s message to the team who was currently in Patar.

“Master, how did it go?” The Prince’s bodyguard came to him as soon as he saw the man entered his room.

“We should set out to Patar now.” The prince uttered. “He doesn’t have a choice but to show up.”

“If that’s what you want then I shall prepare the horses now.” His bodyguard was about to leave the room but he stopped him as soon as he remembered something.

“Did grandfather send a word?”

“I did not receive one yet, master.”

“Oh, really?” He sighed.

“Is there anything else, master?”

“Ah no, you can go now.”

His personal guard left the room and headed to the barn and prepared the horses. As for the prince, he went to see the town’s chief to notify him about their departure.

“Then let me prepare some things that you can take on your journey.” The town chief voiced as soon as he learned that the first prince and his bodyguards will set out tonight.

“You don’t have to.” The prince voiced. “I’m afraid having a lot of baggage along the journey will invite a lot of bandits.”

“I’m sorry, I forgot.” He apologized. “Then let me asked Gareth to escort you tonight then.”

“No. We’re good.” The prince rejected the chief’s idea. “Besides, I don’t want to trouble them since they seemed busy.”

“I’m sure they won’t mind ȧssisting the prince on his journey.”

“Thank you for your kindness but were good. Maybe next time when there is another chance.”

“I hope this won’t be the last, my prince. Thank you for dropping by. May you have a safe trip, sir.”

‘No! How could this be?’ She muttered within her.

In her vision, a certain kingdom has only one moon but an expected twist of fate brought up another moon brighter than the first one. However, the second moon that appeared out of nowhere have its own distinction. Originally, the second moon was not supposed to stay on the same sky as the first moon but the heavens warmly welcomed the second moon and made it a part of the same sky.

It was supposed to be a good omen since the second moon did not bring harm to the first moon, however, a kingdom from a distant land saw the second moon’s beauty and steal it from its sky. And the sun that sheltered the second moon grew furious and decided to destroy the second kingdom with its scourging heat.

WAR!

It will be an all-out-war unless the second moon returns to her sun.

The old herald was shocked to receive an alarming vision. How could there be two moons in a kingdom? How could it be possible? The heavens are totally stirring up troubles for the inhabitants of the earth.

Can Sarah possibly receive the vision too in the future?

Hope so! They definitely need someone like her to guide the people involved not to lose sight to the right path, especially the sun!

Sarah… She mumbled. Remembering that she only has a few more days to live, finishing the cleansing ritual is a must. After which, she has to secure the book she wrote for Sarah’s future reference.

There’s no doubt that Sarah will become a seer just like her and not training the girl early made her regret her foolishness before. She asked the heavens to spare Sarah from that kind of responsibility but her prayers failed her.

She should know better than anyone else that the special ability they possessed has been running in their bloodline for generations.

‘Sweetheart, be strong. Take heart. I will guide you from up above.’ She muttered as a tear dropped from her eyes. ‘Yes, your mom, dad, me and your ancestors will definitely watch you up there.’

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They couldn’t believe their eyes!

Liam finally came out from his room.

He looked clean. Too far from his team’s imagination of seeing a rowdy man.

They have imagined a man who grew his beard wearing a desolate face. However, they were looking at the opposite!

Now they weren’t sure if he really mourned for the young miss or not. Also, even if he lost a few pounds, it won’t be noticeable because of his great physique.

“Liam? Is that you?” Cole can’t help but asked.

“No. I’m Asher.” He sarcastically replied.

“Dang it! It’s him! It’s totally Liam! Who else got that kind of sarcasm if it isn’t Liam?” Asher chuckled mockingly but as soon as he met Liam’s eyes, he recoiled immediately.

It was dinner time therefore Liam went straight to the kitchen. The host of the guesthouse prepared a seemingly feast-like dinner, but since he didn’t eat for two days, he’ll be needing to watch his diet for now.

They were having dinner but Liam was casually silent. Cole and the others were looking at each other but they kept on glancing at Liam from time to time. Seems like they have the same thoughts about him.

“If you have something to say just say it.” Liam nonchalantly uttered but his eyes were still on the food she was munching. But when he didn’t hear any of them response, he looked at them one by one. “What?” He raised his brows.

“N-nothing.” Asher forced a smile. “We’re just happy to see you… again.” His last word was almost a whisper.

Obviously, each of them wanted to asked him something but he wasn’t sure what’s hindering them. Could it be that….

He unknowingly sighed. Looked like his team wanted to check on him but they were quite careful not to mention or remind him about the woman. He partly smirked mocking himself.

How could he be cruel to his men?

“I’m sorry.” Liam’s statement made his men glanced at him. “I know everyone is at lost for what happen to…. her.” He can’t even mention the woman’s name. “I know you were mourning too and I failed to console you for the past few days. I’m sorry….”

“Liam, you don’t have to apologized. We know you were hurting the most and we are glad to see you back on your feet again.” Cole comforted the man.

“Big brother…” Leon looked at the man shyly. “I’m… I’m sorry about the words I uttered back then. I… I was …”

“No, Leon. You were right. It was all my fault to begin with.” He lowered his head and sighed. “I’m sorry…”

“It’s no one’s fault.” They all heard a voice coming near the dining table. It was Sargon who just arrived from somewhere. “It’s not entirely your fault Liam.”

Then he sat on the chair opposite the man.

“If I were in your position, I should have done the same thing. Letting the foreigner woman stay in our country will only harm her and I’m sure that sending her back to where she came from was your way to express your love to her, am I right?”

“Sargon…”

The old man smiled when he saw tears forming from the man’s eyes.

“Don’t blame yourself too much and accept that this could be her fate in the first place. No one knew what will happen in the future so let this serve as a reminder for us to treasure every person, every day and every opportunity that comes our way.”

“Ehm, right.” Liam muttered softly.

“We all have to move on from this unfortunate circumstances.” The old man added. “Remember, moving on doesn’t mean forgetting her. We just have to keep on living our lives for other’s sake.”

Sargon’s words of comfort reminded the team about their mission once again. He was right, they must continue living their life not for their own sake.

Then it’s time for them to continue their mission. Tomorrow, they will be heading out to meet with the chief of the Balzekar Tribe dwelling at the east borders in Zoar City.

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“FUDGE!”

She wanted to curse aloud but she chose to hold it in. Cursing in her current state doesn’t do her any good. Therefore, she got inside the empty stable and sat on the hays. Looked like she has to spend the night at the empty stable she found outside the city of Zoar.

She then took out the gold phoenix hairpin that she tucked around her waist.

The lady who saved her from the pirates handed it to her and instructed her to search for the Shadow knights. Good thing the lady described the men one by one along with their names. Also, she told him about the guesthouse located at a hill not far from the city.

The shadow knights… according to that lady, they were the only ones who can help protect her. But she needs to be careful since there are a lot of fake posting to be them. Therefore, she can’t just ask anyone. She needs to rely on the description given to her.

If she’s lucky then she might find the men at that guesthouse.

Hope she will.

She then heaved a heavy sigh before slipping the gold phoenix hairpin around her waist before lying down. She has to endure the cold night since she doesn’t have a choice either.

‘Lord, please lead me to the right people.’ She muttered a silent prayer before she closed her eyes.