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The caravan still needed two more days to arrive at the arranged meeting place with the Carmell family.

These two days were strangely peaceful, so peaceful that it was a bit boring.I expected the general to send assassins after us or something like that, but nothing happened.

It made me even more curious about what they were planning this time. Why are they so sure they can kill me even with a 'fifteenth layer' powerhouse like Ysnay beside me?

However, I did not bother to investigate. What's that thrill?

When we finally arrived at the meeting place, the Carmell family members were already waiting for us.

Just like last time, the meeting place was arranged to be outside the city, on the plains where we could see everything a few kilometers around us easily.

That is partly to avoid ambushing others, and partly because of the sensitive nature of our trade.

To my surprise, the person who accepted us this time was an old friend, Albert Carmell.

Well, even though I called him an old friend, this was the first time I spoke to him as Prince Claus.

The last time I met him, I used one of my alter identities.

Aunt Dayana, Aunt Sera, and I left the carriage and walked towards the people from the Carmell family, with the people from the Taring of Immortality led by Lina following behind us, she said, ready to attack at any time.

This time, I didn't bother to hide my identity as Prince Claus. This would make things easier and reduce the risk of the Carmell family burning the bridge after crossing it.

Not that I'm afraid of the Carmell family, of course. It's just that I don't want to start a confrontation with them right now and mess up my plans.

“Happy to meet you, Prince Claus.” The young man who led the Carmell family's men, Albert Carmell, greeted me with a polite bow as soon as he saw me. "I didn't think you'd come to this place personally."

I returned the bow with the same courtesy. “Happy is mine, young master Albert. It was normal for me to come consider what was being played.”

“Hm? you know about me? ”

“Only a little,” answered me without explaining anything.

The young man narrowed his eyes, but he decided not to insist when he saw I did not plan to explain. Instead, he smiled politely and extended his hand.

“i'm flattered you know about me, Your Majesty. Anyway, I think it's better if we go straight to business. None of us want anything wrong at this point, right? ”

I nodded and looked at Aunt Dayana, gesturing her to give the storage ring with military supplies to the young man from the Carmell family.

When Albert received the ring, he was very surprised. He then looked at us with a look of admiration.

“It is not expected that His Majesty will find a ring that can store large amounts of military equipment. As expected, it was the right decision to entrust this to you.”

“You don't need to flatter me,” I replied. "I'm sure you can find another way to transport the equipment even without our help."

“Maybe, but it won't be that easy. In fact, the current results have far exceeded our expectations.”

After saying that, the young man gestured to one of the people behind him, who stepped forward and gave another storage ring to Aunt Dayana, which contained money for this transaction.

When Aunt Dayana received it, she checked the ring for a while before nodding and returning to my side.

With this, our transaction is completed.

But precisely because of that, the atmosphere between the two sides instantly became much more tense.

Both the people from the Carmell Family and the people from the fangs of Eternity began to release a hint of killing intent, looking at each other with full vigilance.

Besides, we're not friends. In fact, we cannot be considered allies. We are enemies momentarily bound together because of similar interests.

In the midst of that tense atmosphere, I coughed.

“It looks like our transaction is done. It's time for us to leave then.I wish you luck with your plans, Young Master Albert. ”

But just as I was about to board my carriage, young master Albert stopped me.

"Wait."

“Mm? Is something wrong?”

“Prince Claus, I don't think you're stupid. You know the meaning of this transaction, right?”

I chuckle softly. "Of course I know."

“Then, that means you are also expecting this.. To be honest, I am curious as to what is on your mind.you do not look like someone greedy for money or blinded by revenge.”

“Is that? What do you think of me then?”

"i don't know .." said Albert with a pensive expression. “But my father thought highly of your brother and you. He said that if Dina became the next emperor, and with you supporting him, the empire would see a stable generation.”.

I narrowed my eyes. That's a pretty high assessment.

As expected, many people have noticed our intentions. Well, we've stopped trying to hide it for a while.

However, I was curious…

“Why are you telling me this? Judging from your family's movements, you don't plan to support us for the throne. Heh, your destination is the throne itself.”

Albert Carmell narrowed his eyes. He looked at me for a few seconds as if examining me and grinned.

“However, as the future ruler of this empire, we need qualified subordinates to follow our orders. What do you think of that?"

I looked at Albert as if he was a fool.

“A very funny joke.”

“... It seems His Majesty is not interested.”

"Yes, you know, I don't think we're weak enough to lose against you. Plus, don't you think you're overconfident? The Quintin family had been the rulers of this empire for generations. It is not easy to overthrow them.”

Albert shrugged his shoulders without answering. However, I could feel an incredible confidence hidden within his gaze.

Very enticing…

“It looks like we are destined to be enemies then.” He said while chuckling. "That's great. That means I'll have a chance to fight the man Alice likes. To show her that I'm better than you.”

I raised my eyebrows in surprise. Hey, when did this turn into a love drama of political intrigue?

And Alice, why did you use me to reject your suitor?

“Is that?” With a wry smile, I rode my carriage.

Before I left, Albert told me one last thing.

“You should pay attention to the capital, Prince Claus. I don't think your sister is in a good situation right now. ”

I couldn't help but laugh softly.

So they finally moved, yeah.

However, I don't need to worry.

We were expecting this.

Looks like I have to return to the capital for a few days.