Suddenly Nobles

Wagering

Ever since the incident at the palace the other day, Eve kept her distance from anyone. Especially Prince Julius, and thankfully so far the man has not bothered him anymore. Whether he's conscious of Lucas' bogeman or not, Eve doesn't care. What is clear is that the terrible events in the park at that time really pushed Eve mentally to the lowest point.

He did not tell the barbaric deeds of Prince Julius to anyone, including his three brothers. Eve fears they will act out of the blue and cause all plans to crumble. Only Lucas knows the details. And only the man can calm himself down and patiently explain the devastating effects of Prince Julius' actions if he is allowed to.

Eve cried all day. No one knew, not even the servants.

And for the first time after that day, Eve finally dared to open the window. The moment of cold air that managed to hit him felt so hypnotic, so cool that Eve unconsciously walked towards the balcony.

Eve looked up. Far above the clouds, he saw a bird circling above his head. Over time the bird actually flew lower and eventually landed and perched on the balcony handle.

Eve approached when she realized that there was a roll of paper tied to the bird's feet. Once detached, the bird that had brown feathers flew back and disappeared among the white clouds that hung beautifully that afternoon.

The letter bird?

The yellowish paper tied with the red rope was quickly opened. A neatly written writing hastily —seen from each pen— scratch makes Eve seriously read.

Lady Luvena, how are you?

I'm wondering if you remember me or not. But I am General Nicholas, we met in the palace and got drunk together until Lord Lumiero went berserk, remember, right, haha!

And that also caused me to not be able to visit Lumiere Castle. Actually it can, but Lord Lumiero has always prevented me from meeting you. I hope you feel the same longing.

I was no longer in the capital. As always, to perform the task. Actually I want to say goodbye, but it seems like the moment you receive this letter, I've gone a long way.

My message, take care of your health. Either way, soon your wedding will be held. Ah, yes, I have also given you up for Prince Julius for Sasania whom we both love.

Don't worry, my heart is fine even if we can't be together. Huhu, I love you!

General Nicholas, the only man who wears a hairband at all times.

"General Nicholas.." muttered Eve, looking at the man's name once more. He remembered very well who he was and whose name was general, had certainly often helped secure the Sasanian region.

But why this time he said farewell, when before he had never done the same.

Bizarrely. Something must have happened.

Eve re-entered the room and grabbed the plain robe she used to infiltrate the streets of the capital, then prepared to leave.

He planned to secretly head for the palace. Just to make sure Lucas's situation. Because he knew, a little bit of the man was also involved in General Nicholas' strangeness this time around.

Eve unlocks the room. But before Eve managed to reach the doorknob, from the outside someone first pressed the door handle down. As soon as the door opened, it appeared that the duke and his elder brother were standing in front of it.

"Lady Luvena, we need to talk."

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"The waiter just said that you came early in the morning to my room." The king held his head. The effects of alcoholic beverages are still so disturbing, even though some time has passed. "What's up, crown prince?"

"I want to say something important, of course." Lucas confirmed his sitting position. "So, this is about the prince of that foreign land...."

"What's your problem?"

"The decision to build a friendship with a former enemy still upsets my mind, Your Majesty. Is Lady Luvena's wedding not too fast? I mean, our relationship with Brodsway is not as good as it is to entrust the security and safety of one of the high nobles of our country to live there for an eternity. It's not fair, Lady Luvena could have been treated even worse .. she's new." Lucas sighed. "Please think again about the exact date for their engagement. Of course the date is also in line with the initial agreement with the Duke of Lumiere."

"The thing is, there's no other way to keep us from war than to have a family relationship with Brodsway." The king casually turned on his cigar. Suck in, before exhaling it back in the air in the form of thin fumes. "Do you have any other way than that?"

"Of course."

"Say, if I may know."

"Saya ingin merebut kerajaan mereka. Dengan begitu tidak akan ada perang lainnya lagi, Brodsway menjadi milik kita."

Upon hearing his son's thoughts, the king choked on his own smoke. Lucas didn't care, he was still sitting quietly in his chair.

"Your thinking is quite extreme." King bertehem. "I don't think about raising the war flag. No, while I'm alive."

"But your decision to avoid every war is often considered cowardly by other countries, Your Majesty," Lucas said without softening his words.

"I don't care. Wimps or not. Most importantly, everything's fine, isn't it?"

"The people honestly expect decent work as well as guaranteed protection. But where did the ministers who took care of all that, as well as the budget, go? You just focus on the relationship between other countries and ignore them. Making a fancy party in one night just to cheer and beg for appreciation from them," the criticism from Lucas continues. He would not hold back now that his status was the crown prince, he had the right to take part in governing.

King silent. Unresolved the past problem, now comes another new problem caused by his crown son who is too critical in thinking. He feels frustrated. "Then what should I do?!"

"I have a suggestion, but a little cruel. I'm not sure a meek king like you would accept."

"Replace Prince Julius. Announce the war because of his depraved deeds, then let me take care of the rest including the teams and supplies. After this, your name will of course be well remembered in history." Lucas smiled thinly, "easy, right."

"I told you from the beginning, I don't want to raise a war flag against any country. Don't be so stubborn!" Clearly the king's neckline stood out. Anger towards her son since then has been held back. "What depraved deeds do you mean anyway?"

"He tried to take advantage of Lady Luvena."

"Lady Luvena is his future wife, what's wrong with that?"

"Ck, you're this..," decak Lucas was a little upset. You, King of colots! "Ah, here's how it is. What if we bet?"

"You mean?"

"I'll take half of Brodsway's territory without using even the slightest bit of help from you. If it fails, then please continue your strange thinking and I promise not to interfere. But if it works...." Lucas grinned.

"I'm entitled to the king's seat voluntarily from you, how?"

"It's a big bet." As a final warning, Lucas added. "I warned him from the beginning. So if it's happened, don't be sorry."

The king thought for a moment. "Without anyone's help even that of a general or a palace warrior?"

Lucas nodded confidently.

The king thought again. During this time the achievements that Lucas got a little bit also came from the formidable palace warriors. If he doesn't hold any troops, he might win. But the risk is .. maybe Lucas will be hanged by Brodsway for daring to interfere with their security. Ah, whether you win a bet or not, both are very detrimental. Between losing the throne or even losing the figure of Lucas who became his shadow sword.

But getting to know Brodsway, which is a snowy region every year, maybe they will receive barter with a supply of warming food if Lucas is caught later. I don't know, as powerful as the king is, he can't stop Lucas and his ambitions. At least that's all he could do if the crown's son was caught and taken prisoner.

At least let Lucas feel the deterrent effect. After that, then he can think peacefully and avoid war just like me, Hudson said in his heart.

"I've gone crazy enough to agree to this ridiculous bet of yours." Rajs smiled amusedly. "Go home with a complete limb."

"You have agreed to this bet. No one should back off until the results are seen."

"You may step down, crown prince."

"I'm not pulling a speech." Lucas replied straightforwardly. "then I'll excuse you, Your Honor. Get ready to step down from the throne" he said in a mocking tone.

"Durrect child, I pray you don't succeed!" sahut the king once Lucas was in the doorway and left with wide steps.

Hudson sighed. Hopefully this bet does not backfire on itself.

In front of the door as soon as Lucas came out, his right hand was already waiting obediently.

"How did it go, crown prince?"

"The two men agreed to it." Lucas chuckles. "More than I thought."

"After this, what should we do?"

"You can catch up with the troops first." The man walked away. Ah, now his heart is so airy. "I want to kidnap someone."

"Kidnap?!"

"Just calm down, I'll ask her permission first before kidnapping."

"If you'd known, who would you kidnap?"

"My future wife" Lucas replied briefly but so appalling to his right hand.

Wife-to-be, fiancee alone did not exist, then since when was the crown prince close to a woman?!