The Lost Heir: Battle Of Royalties - Chapter 147

The fact that he’s been away for many days without a word worried the king.

“A lot of things happened in the palace yet you weren’t around. Did you know that the princess of Armany arrived in the kingdom few days ago?”

The prince jerked when he recalled what happened to the princess. Guilt and sadness were written all over his face. And the king caught the sudden change in his eyes. Did he already know about her? As expected.

“You’re not surprised?” The king questioned.

“E-eh?” The prince suddenly woke up from his daze moment, then he met his father’s suspicious eyes. “I… I already heard it. The news about her was all over the place.”

“Oh, so you just heard about it? Then you should have heard that she’s nowhere to be found too.”

“Y-yeah.” He couldn’t seem to hide his sadness and that greatly surprised the king.

It was his very first time to see prince Veziron showing off his emotion. It’s not like him to display any sentiment even if he was displeased at something. Shadrach, his grandfather, made sure that he would grow up with a cold heart.

“What’s wrong? Are you sick?” The king asked the seemingly anxious man.

“N-no, father. I’m just… not feeling well since I didn’t get enough sleep last night.” He faked a smile.

Well, the prince was not entirely lying because he truly couldn’t sleep last night. His thoughts were filled with the princess’ images. Also, he’s been tossing to and fro worrying about her wellbeing. In addition, not receiving any message yet from Xu since the day they parted added in his anxiety.

“Care to tell me what’s stressing you out, son?” The king was sincere. He could use this time to converse with his son as a father and not as a king.

He thought for a second before looking at the king’s eyes. “N-nothing in particular, father.” He faked a smile. “By the way, did you send people to look for the princess?”

The king sighed deeply when he thought of the two princes. Their latest report stated that they haven’t found the princess yet. “Yes, they are searching in the region of Patar right now. And they must be having a hard time. Well, I should have expected it since no one had ever seen her yet.

The first prince partly smiled at the thought that no one from the kingdom saw how beautiful the princess of Armany except him and Shadrach.

“If it is okay to you father, I would like to help with the search too.”

King Edward was a bit surprise that his son volunteered to search for the princess. He had known him for a long time and he never cared a bit about women.

Prince Veziron could see the hesitation on the king’s face so he tried to convince him a little more.

“I believe its proper for the future husband to look for his future wife. Besides, she’s the precious princess of our allied country and if something bad happens to her then we will be held accountable.”

“How could you be so sure that the princess will agree with the marriage bond? I believe you have heard how stubborn she is.” The king heaved a deep sigh. “You don’t even like her so how can you handle such a sacred thing?”

The first prince smiled confidently. “I’m not against the marriage though. Besides, love can be learned.” He voiced meaningfully.

One more time, the king furrowed his brows in amazement. What happened to the prince? It’s not like him to talk about women and marriage, let alone learning to love! He never had this conversation with any of his sons yet since the six princes seemed uninterested with women!

And also, his eyes… They��re sparkling! Is he possibly in love? But to who? The princess?

The king was in deep thought. How could it be possible?

“I should go and prepare for my departure then.” The prince stood up and was about to leave the king’s chamber but his next statement made him stopped on his tracks.

“You don’t have to go. Two prince should be enough to find her.” The king nonchalantly voiced.

Two prince? He immediately faced the old king.

“Your brothers, prince Zyrie and prince Rohann led an army to search for her so don’t concern yourself about the princess and get back to work for now. You have a lot on your plate too so you should focus on your own ȧssignment for now.”

“I… I understand.” His voice hints hesitation and unbelief. “If I may ask, my king… Since when did they start the search?”

“Few days after the ship explosion. The news about the blast reached the king of the North and he worried about his daughter’s safety. That’s why he sent me a letter informing me that her daughter came to the country without a single handmaiden or a guard. I ȧssigned the two as soon as I received his words.”

“I could have sent you with them but I cannot locate your whereabouts during that time.” He added when he saw his darkened face.

“I’m sorry I was not around. I’m going back to my chamber now.” He emotionlessly uttered before leaving the king.

He must admit he’s completely displeased at what he heard. His ego couldn’t accept that prince Zyrie led the search. What if he makes a move on the princess once he saw her beauty? No, he can’t let that happen! He doesn’t need a love-rival at the moment.

In his anger, he stomped his way back to his chamber then sent a message to Xu.

He won’t let anyone take his beloved princess from him. And if anyone tries to steal her then he won’t think twice and cut that person in pieces.

“Princess Laura, you are mine. Mine and mine alone!” He muttered to himself as he recalls the beautiful image of the smiling princess when they were at the garden.

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She chose to observe them from a distance.

When princess Laura heard that two of the princes came to the guesthouse, she decided not to show up for the meantime. She doesn’t trust anyone, not even the royal princes so she stayed and listened to their conversation in secret.

“Did you hear that? They came to take you to the palace.” Asher elbowed the woman who was looking intently at prince Zyrie.

She didn’t response so Asher glanced at her and caught her ogling at the bold prince.

“Oh please don’t tell me you fell in love with that dumbass prince?” Asher hissed mockingly. Leon and Gideon immediately look at the princess too.

“Are you?” They post a question but princess Laura felt the accusing gaze from the three men.

“Hey!” She was about to yell at them but they all hushed her. She then made a face. “I am not! I am just…”

“What?” The three raised their brows teasingly.

“Tsk! Look at these little brats” She glared at them. “I’m looking at him for a reason.” She stared at Prince Zyrie once again. “Looked like the heavens blessed a particular race in your kingdom.” She chuckled jokingly.

“What’s that supposed to mean?” Leon was confused.

“Look at those beautiful gray eyes, it goes with their beautiful faces too. Does all the gray-eyed men in this kingdom look stunningly hot like them?” Her mind suddenly thought of a particular man—Liam.

Asher hissed when he heard the princess’ remarks. Who is she pertaining to as stunningly hot? That badass prince? Tsk! He sneered in contempt.

“We are here to see the princess—the princess of Armany.”

Princess Laura heard the man. And as their conversation progresses, looks like her mere presence may stir trouble for the whole group.

“Please hand her to us peacefully while we are still asking nicely. Using force is our last resort but as much as possible, we do not want to cause you any trouble.”

Cole sneered mockingly. Judging on his facial expression, they seemingly pissed him.

“Game over, you badass prince.” Gideon yelped.

“Game over?” Princess Laura raised her brow confused.

“Ehm. That prince just pressed a buŧŧon that he must never touch in the first place. Cole may look like the kindest and gentlest among us all but once provoked…..” Asher smirked sarcastically.

“What?” The princess was waiting for him to complete his statement but he only chuckled. “Just don’t try to provoke our commander. He has the worst hidden personality among us all.”

The princess was about to speak but she halted when she heard something that shocked her— not just her but the whole team as well.

When the prince was talking about the princess of Armany, was he pertaining to the unconscious Diana all along? She’s in a muddle.

“Asher!” They all heard Cole called out. “Call Liam, at once!” He looked at his direction sending him a clear message of urgency. Therefore, Asher immediately run to Diana’s room and called for Liam.

“What is it all about?” A man with an imposing aura around him was seen coming down the staircase.

“Liam, these two royalties said that they wanted to take the wounded princess to the palace.” Cole was looking intently at Liam and the man did not fail to understand his message.

He then sat on the empty chair and leaned his back comfortably before staring at the two royalties before him.

“How did you know about her critical condition? And how did you know her whereabouts?”

Suspicions clouded Liam’s mind at the moment as he studied the two guests.

“Could it be that you were behind her abduction? He added as he eyed them deviously.