The Lost Heir: Battle Of Royalties - Chapter 146

“Also, you should go down and eat a little. You haven’t eaten anything yet since last night.” The old man added.

“I’m not hungry yet.” The man nonchalantly replied. “Besides, what if she wakes up? She’ll definitely need an ȧssurance that she’s in good hands now.”

“The princess can watch over her for the time being. And as you have said, she needs ȧssurance that she’s safe now. Do you think it would be nice for her to see you like that?” He was mocking Liam’s appearance. He doesn’t look like his usual self instead, a man who fought an army. “You should at least look decent.” He teased.

Liam suddenly looked at himself from head to toe but still, he couldn’t see anything wrong.

“He’s right, Liam. Why don’t you loosen up a bit? She’s out of danger now so go and freshen up yourself, you stink.” She made a mocking face.

Liam rolled his eyes. “Fine. But make sure to call me once she wakes up.”

“Yes, sir.” Princess teased with a smile.

The team said that the physician treated the woman’s wound successfully. However, she still needs a constant treatment on the other parts especially her bones. She lost a lot of blood and it would be harder for her to survive if they arrived a minute late.

Liam and the others doesn’t have any idea what happened exactly to her and why she ended up on the river. The deep head wound was also dangerous as told by the physician, so it was quite a miracle that she was still breathing.

She needed a good place to recover so Liam decided to bring her back to the guesthouse that night.

“So what are your plans now that she’s safe?” Sargon asked the woman who seemed to be thinking deeply.

“I don’t know. But one thing is for sure, I will hunt those who hunts me.” She was serious. “I don’t know what they did to her but she almost died and we know for a fact that I should be the one laying on that bed but look at her, she’s the one suffering on my behalf. I must at least seek justice for her.”

“But how are you going to do that when they leave no trace at all. The pirates were suspiciously killed.”

“But they also said that some of them escaped. I still have the chance to know who the real culprit is and I swear, I won’t go back to my country until I find out who my killer is.”

The old man suddenly chuckled. “And how are you going to do that? You currently don’t have the means to do anything right now.”

The princess sighed upon realizing what the old man just said. He was right. “Seems like going back to the palace is the only option, huh?”

“No matter how high you are; you can’t use the supremacy that is within your title not unless you’re seating on the throne. So you’re right, you need the power of the crown in executing the plan.

“I think I have the right people though.” She smiled meaningfully.

“I can only agree.” The old man smirked. “If you choose to stay then you will have the best warriors in the land. But just to let you know, your status is not a big deal and never will be a qualifying factor for them to call you their alliance. Therefore, I advise you not to act all-high-and-mighty towards them. Whether you’re a royal blood or not, you have possessed loyalty, humility and respect. If they see those qualities in you then I guarantee you, they’ll be willing to draw their swords for you and risk their lives to protect you no matter what.”

“Then I guess Diana have that characteristic then. What a lucky woman.”

“I didn’t get to know her much but I could say she’s a very special woman to them, especially to Liam.” He voiced meaningfully.

“I saw how Liam looked at her too. She’s indeed an exceptional woman to him.”

“Uh-huh.” The old man agreed. A few minutes later, he excused himself when he saw his winged messenger flying around the area.

He went to his own room and called his messenger. Seconds later, the bird landed on his arm. He then picked the small letter attached to it and read the content.

‘That evil bastards!’ He clenched his fist in anger. ‘Still the same person, huh.’ He sneered while crumpling the piece of paper in his hands.

MEAWHILE, prince Zyrie and prince Rohann had been waiting for Ehud’s report on the princess’ wellbeing.

“How’s the princess?” Prince Zyrie asked as soon as the man came and knelt before them.

“My prince, the princess is out of danger now but still in critical danger.”

“Where is she now?”

“They are currently at a guesthouse in Zoar.”

“Show us the way. We need to take her to the palace right now.”

“Are you sure about that?” Prince Rohann asked his half-brother. “Do you think they’ll hand you the princess just like that?”

“They don’t have a choice. The princess’ life is at stake and only the royal physicians can treat her.”

“But Zyrie—-”

“Don’t try to stop me Rohann, we need to bring her to the palace at all cost. We need to keep the peace in our kingdom.”

The other prince sighed in defeat. He’s right. They must keep the peace. Therefore, they immediately mounted their horses and followed Ehud.

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Sargon and the team were having dinner together with the princess. This time, Liam finished his food immediately and went up to watch over Diana.

He really wanted to be by her side when she wakes up.

Sargon was about to stand up from his chair when one of the shadow knights captain came rushing in.

“Sorry for disturbing everyone but two men were standing outside the guesthouse. They said they wanted to talk to the head of the troop.”

“Did they say who they are?” Cole asked.

“T-that…” He paused for a second before answering. “They were claiming that they are from the palace.”

“Palace officers? But why are they here?” Everyone’s eyes landed on the princess. Did they know she was here?

“They are not palace officers, master.” The third captain immediately corrected their wrong thoughts. “They claimed to be the royal princes. Prince Zyrie and Prince Rohann.”

“Then why don’t you escort them inside. It’s rude to let the visitors stay outside for too long.” Sargon broke the silence.

The captain immediately rushed outside and escorted the two young men at the living room where Cole and Sargon was waiting.

Sargon bowed in respect as soon as he recognized the two young men but Cole only stood up doing nothing.

Even if they are truly one of the princes, Cole will never bow down to them. What if they are jerks just like the first prince? Tsk! He hissed mockingly when he recalled how the first prince tried to recruit him in his team. Did they come to do the same?

“Good evening, sorry for disturbing you at this hour but we came here for a reason.” Prince Zyrie voiced as soon as they sat on the couch facing each other.

Asher and the others along with the princess were hiding at the doorway to the dining hall. They suddenly felt the urge to eavesdrop.

“Please feel free to tell us, my prince.” Sargon replied while Cole observed the two closely.

“Before I tell you, can I asked if you are the head of the troop who were outside?” He politely asked.

“No. He is.” He pointed out the young man beside him. “He’s the commander of the Shadow Knights, his name is Cole.”

What? Commander of the shadow knights? This young man? Prince Zyrie looked at the young man, shocked. The famous shadow knights? He couldn’t believe his ears.

“Shadow knights? The famous rebels?” The prince unknowingly muttered.

“Did you just call us rebels?” Cole sneered in contempt. That phrase came to him as an insult.

“I-I’m sorry. It was just the description given to us.” He apologized but Cole’s piercing eyes never left him. Dang, wrong move.

“Ha-ha-ha!” Cole’s chuckle echoed inside the four corners of the living room. “Now I’m thinking why the first prince approached rebels like us to be on his side. Tsk!” He hissed mocking the royals. “I don’t know what’s going on but I’m sorry, you’re not welcome here.” He stood up. His face still shows irritation. “I said this to your brother before and I will tell it to you as well, we, the shadow knights, or the rebels as you prescribed don’t give a damn special treatment for your kind, royals.”

He was about to walk away from them but prince Zyrie stopped him.

“We came here for the princess…. The princess of Armany.” He stood up and face the man. “I heard that your group took her and we’re here to get her and escort her to the palace.”

Cole raised his brow and faced the man as well.

“Did you say we took her? Cause as far as I remember, she came to us asking for help. And sorry, we can’t hand her to you unless she permits.”

“Please hand her to us peacefully before we use force to take her from you, guys.”

“Then take her… If she agrees then we will definitely allow her to leave this place.”

Prince Zyrie suddenly chuckled. His laugh held a mocking tone in it.

“I can tell your smart mister, but you are playing dirty. How can a person decide when she’s unconscious?” He sneered. “Please hand the wounded princess to us for everyone’s safety. We know that the princess is in critical situation right now and only the royal physician can treat her.”

Cole as well as the men who heard his statement looked at him seriously.

“Say what?” He was holding an accusing gaze. “Did you just say the princess is in critical situation right now?”

The prince gave him a confident glow giving him the notion that he knew. He knew the condition of the princess.