DESTINY GIRL

62. Capital News

Finish lunch Kendrick back to his study. It turned out that in his study there was an Outter Elder sitting pensively like thinking of something. He was not even aware of Kendrick's presence.

" Old ...... ? " The Outter Elder was surprised to turn his head and immediately got up to his feet.

" ah..... My Lord. Many of the babies were lost and found dead in the river bloodless. It's like it's about black magic. I'm afraid the culprit is Destraco or his followers "

" How long has this been going on ? "

" For the past month, my Lord. Precisely since there was a new ruler in the Kingdom of Higresia "

" What's his name ? "

" They call him the Demon King. I can't know the background to him clearly "

Kendrick frowned.

" Do I have to go there to make sure "

" I think it's too risky My Lord. Destraco will soon seize your body and bind your soul with it "

" And then...... Is there another way ? "

" There is, but I'm not sure My Lord will allow it. This ... relates to the future Queen "

Kendrick looked into the eyes of the Outter Elder. Of course he guessed it. His heart felt like a big rock.

" What if I lose it ? "

The Outter Elder sighed softly.

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Kendrick meets Rey at the flower garden. Rey was sitting next to a fish pond. His pair of legs dangled in, swinging creating waves of pool water. Rey felt Kendrick's presence. Kendrick sat next to him.

" When should I go ? "

" If you feel ready "

" With the privilege you have, I believe you can exterminate it. He can hold a person's soul. Be careful when he looks at you. He will know everything from your mind, even your heart.

The weakness is light and fire "

" But .. I'm not experienced "

" I'm sure you can. You have some sly wits against me "

Rey immediately glanced at Kendrick and smiled shyly.

.....

" It seems I know how to handle it.. But how to "beat it " ?

Can you tell me about your battle with him first ? Maybe I can understand something about him "

Kendrick closed his eyes, telling him everything with a bitter taste. After all, Destraco had been his brother in the past.

After telling her everything, Kendrick looked down at the pool. Rey understands Kendrick's feelings. He rubbed Kendrick's back without saying anything.

Kendrick looked at Rey clingyly and said, "Remember me when you're dealing with her, so she doesn't use that as your weakness. Focus on what your goal is "

Then they left because the sky was getting dark.

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When we had dinner together, not a lot of conversation happened. They all feel wrong because of the circumstances. Some of the Elders were caught stealing glances towards Rey and Asgar. Rey knew that, the inconsistency was clearly visible on the faces of the elders. But Kendrick's cold face explained the unanimous decision.

Asgar seemed to care nothing. He was used to experiencing bitterness (risking life ) in his former duties as a Knight. But now he feels pure pride since Lord Kendrick was chosen to be Rey's personal bodyguard. Unaware he smirked a little. He will prove his devotion as part of the Kingdom of Astraco.

Alice who was standing between the servants squeezed her own hands. He felt tense and agitated at the same time. Kendrick glanced at Alice for a moment. He breathed slowly. After dinner, Alice will spend time with Asgar. Kendrick glanced at Rey, why did he miss this opportunity too ? Hiding Kendrick's smile continued his dinner immediately.

Rey furrowed her brows slightly feeling the difference in the atmosphere. He glanced at Kendrick. But all that seems is calm. Is Rey too suspicious ? Rey shook her head somewhat faintly. He continued eating.