The Lost Heir: Battle Of Royalties - Chapter 179

Yes, five days, they have to stay with them and join the grand celebration of the chief’s birthday celebration. They annually celebrate the chief’s birthday but today is extra special because the chief decided to pass down his position unto his successor.

There are three abled chief candidates, two men and a woman. They have already finished all their quests but there is only one remaining test left and no one, not even the chief’s wife or his right hand knew what it is. The chief will be announcing it on the fourth day.

Liam doesn’t understand the chief’s plan of asking them to stay until the end of the celebration but he knew within him that the chief must have an important reason after all. Therefore, he decided to encourage his team to stay and just enjoy the moment.

Now, what’s left is Diana and the royalties, so he asked Cole to coordinate with the Alpha B team residing near the city to watch over them for a few days.

“I will, don’t worry too much.” Cole tapped the man’s shoulder sending him a clear message that he’ll make sure they’ll be alright. Though he won’t say it out loud but Cole knew he must be worried about Diana.

“Okay, be back as soon as everything is good.” Liam added before Cole finally left.

“I’ll be back this afternoon.”

Liam heaved a sigh as soon as Cole left. He wants to personally notify Diana about their five days stay with the Shappat tribe but he fears that he might end up taking her with him instead. As he was thinking of Diana’s possible sad reaction, two male servants came and knock on the door where they were staying.

Yes, the chief provided them a place that could house all of the men with the comfort of having everything they need inside. They don’t have to worry about their food since they will be joining the whole tribe every single meal.

“We apologize for disturbing you but the chief would like to have a private audience with your chief leader.” An old man accompanied by a young man informed them.

The others stared at Liam but they weren’t that surprise.

“Please show me the way.” Liam politely asked. Then he glanced at his team members. “Don’t go anywhere.” He might have sound casual but the young men knew it was a warning not to go anywhere without him.

Seeing how they nodded in response, Liam knew that his hard training in the past paved of. Now, these young men can totally understand the meaning behind his words.

Good. He smirked proudly before following the two servants.

“Please have a seat.” The chief motioned the man as soon as he entered his room. And as soon as Liam entered the area, the chief motioned all his servants to leave the room. It confused Liam for a bit but he managed to stay composed in front of the old man with a domineering aura.

He doesn’t want to crumble in front of this old man, he can’t be seen as a weakling. Therefore, although the old man emits an overbearing aura, Liam collected himself and faced the old man as the superior chief of the shadow knights.

The old man smirked within him. As soon as Liam sat in front of him, he already knew that this man is not an ordinary person. He’s young but he possessed an unusual charisma. He just can’t point where it’s coming from.

“I bet being the chief of a big organization is too hefty. Seeing how young your teammates are, I don’t know if I will believe the hearsay about you guys.” The chief of the Shappat tribe started.

He’s belittling his team. Liam was a bit disappointed after hearing his judgments.

“I bet it’s too much of a burden to you. Having to take care of little lads as them. Don’t you have any ȧduŀt with you who could look after them?”

“They may be young but they can do thrice as much as what an ȧduŀt can do.” Liam confidently replied. “And they are not a burden. They never become one.”

“You don’t have to talk big about them just to earn my side. I am a leader too that’s why I know how difficult it is.”

Liam sneered in contempt but still tried to talk politely as much as possible. “I guess the only way to prove it to you is when you get to know and see what they can do.” He uttered softly. However, no matter how soft it was, the chief of the Shappat Clan seems to have a good sense of hearing.

“I guess it is.” He chuckled in amusement. Amused with the fact that Liam seemed too confident about his team. Well, he is a leader so he has to.

“If you don’t have that much confidence in us then why did you accept us here?”

“I didn’t. Someone else did.” The old man took his cup and sip his tea.

Liam doesn’t need to hear the name of the person. Guess it would only be a matter of minutes before they meet.

“You trust her that much?” Liam’s voice has sarcasm on it. But instead of answering the young man’s question, the old man smirked half-heartedly.

That kind of smirk… Seeing how the old chief smirk, Liam felt a bit disturbed. Did he purposely agree to meet with him to humiliate the woman? Now he’s in deep thought.

“By the way, I apologized for keeping you here with us for the time being. I know you’re busy but I need your help.”

“What kind of help, sire?”

“I’m sure you heard about my resignation as the chief leader of the Shappat clan…”

Liam nodded. “But you’re still strong as I can see, sir.”

“I am, indeed. But I am already 90 years old and I want to spend my remaining years in peace. With that, there are three abled candidates that I am eyeing at the moment and they all passed the test I gave them.”

“Why are telling a stranger such a thing?”

“Because I need your help. You will be their last mission and whoever pass the test will take over my position.”

Hearing this, Liam raised his brows in confusion. What does he mean? He is their last mission? How? He has a lot of question in mind and the old man seemed to have read his thoughts.

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“Hey, I’m truly sorry! I didn’t mean any of these things to happen.”

As soon as Diana and her crew arrived at the Yu residence, some servants were already waiting for them outside. They escorted them up to Lady Yu’s chamber located at a far distance.

“Diana!” As soon as Lady Yu saw them, she ran and embraced her tight. “I’m sorry Diana, I really want to have some fun with you today, unfortunately, we had some unexpected visitors today.”

“It’s alright. I totally understand. I should apologize instead for troubling you.” She gave an apologetic smile.

“You are not causing me any trouble at all.” She smiled before glancing at the three people behind Diana. “You must be Diana’s friends. Please to meet you.” She extended her hand only to receive a hesitant look.

Seeing how they all stood frozen, Diana immediately cued the three to accept her hand. Though they are regarded as royalties, the fact that they were hiding their identities must be kept hidden.

They all fake a smile before shaking her hand.

After greeting each other, Lady Yu led them to the porch. Tea and snacks were already on the table. They all sat opposite each other and had a little chat. However, the two prince decided to excuse themselves when they realized that the topic is becoming a bit personal for the ladies.

“Is it okay to stroll around the area?” Prince Zyrie asked.

“Of course.” The lady of the house gave a gentle smile before motioning some of her servants to aid the two.

“Then please excuse us.”

They started walking around the area while the three ladies continued chatting. In just half an hour, Lady Yu was able to learn some important information about Diana. Princess Laura didn’t have a hard time hiding her identity as well since Lady Yu seems to be more interested about Diana.

She should be relieved but watching the lady squeezes a lot of information about Diana somehow worries her. Is it necessary to worry? She thought.

“Are you possibly married?” Lady Yu acted as if she was curious enough to ask such a private matter.

“No. I’m not.” She grinned.

“Really? With your beauty? I can’t believe it!”

Diana force a smile. “How about you? Are you perhaps—-”

“No. I am waiting for someone.” Lady Yu suddenly lowered her head, her eyes tell them she’s in deep pain. “We should have been married if not because of my uncle. He threatened me with his safety so I do not have a choice but to leave immediately.”

“Does he know about it?” Princess Laura asked. Lady Yu shook her head.

“No, I left him without a word. But I believe that we will be meeting sooner or later. I can feel it. Besides, he gave a promise that no matter what happens in the future, I will always remain in his heart. This may sound childish but he said he will never love any other woman beside me.” Her gloomy face turned sweet at the thought of him.

“I hope you’ll cross path with him soon.” Diana sincerely uttered. “I don’t know your whole story but I can see how much you love him. So if you ever see him again, don’t ever let him go. Tell him the reason why you have to leave him so he’ll understand.”

“Ehm, that’s exactly what I am planning to do. And you know what’s more exciting? I think I saw him here!” She yelped in excitement. “I’ll make sure to introduce you both as soon as I meet him one of these days.”