
As the sons of Hexalios grew into young ones, the aristocratic world was increasingly shaken.
The urge to assign the Crown Prince can no longer be contained. Petitions came like flash floods that were hard to contain. Jordan who had survived for ten years almost gave up.
What is an Elderbar without Duke Hexalios. He is respected besides being adored. His sharp outlook and groundbreaking groundbreaking are innovative. He was able to solve the difficult problems that Elderbar faced.
Not that Emperor Alex was incompetent. He is very competent only he tends to be swept away by blind feelings. For example, when the petition arose to revoke the title of empress Janetta Elderbar, Duke Hexalios who assuaged it and provided a neat solution.
However it did not last long because basically the foundation had been shaken. The demands of the aristocrats were the survival of the Imperial Family. They are not wrong, however, the conservatives certainly want the emperor's successor to be safe.
Since it was announced that Empress Janetta could no longer give birth, they have been desperate. The only noble descendant was a princess. Those who uphold the legitimacy of men click their tongues. Dissatisfaction there.
As a result, support for Hexalios' eldest son, Felix, strengthened sharply.
Politically competent father and mother with great affection, became a strong reason the aristocrats pushed Felix Hexalios to crown prince.
That desire continued to grow once they saw Felix Hexalios become a young man who was no less brilliant than his father. At a young age, the twins were trained directly by a teacher who could not be found anywhere in the world, his own father, Duke Hexalios, as various things.
They are proficient in terms of using their brains and power.
Why did the choice fall to Felix?
The reason is simple, because he was the first child. The two brothers Felix and Leonil Hexalios have no differences, no gaps. If Felix is projected to become the Crown Prince of Elderbar, then Leonil Hexalios is predicted to inherit the title of Duke Hexalios.
Five years later, when the two brothers were fifteen years old, in order to defuse the public turmoil, Emperor Alex gave the title to two Hexalios children for their ingenuity. After all it is a tradition where children from high-ranking families get titles in honor of their parents.
Felix and Leonil were given the title of Count Hexalios due to their extraordinary level of talent. The young count became a swordsman at the age of seventeen.
Next year they will both be in adulthood. In Elderbar adult age differs between men and women. The adult male is eighteen and the adult female is seventeen.
When reaching a mature age, the turmoil will be increasingly unstoppable. If this matter were brought about in the annual assembly of the aristocratic cabinet, idling him just like his previous years would be difficult.
None other than this is a Jordan Hexalios headache.
"Lux said that he would leave the decision to the aristocrats at the next cabinet meeting." Jordan loosened the tie then slammed his body onto the sofa.
His tired face was very clear. Despite having eaten an aging age, good looks never wear off once. That was how it was in Sofia's eyes that was calmly sitting on another sofa.
"It's gonna be hard to contain again this time." Sofia replied in an annoyed tone.
Jordan speaks a thousand languages. His head has been dizzy since at the palace. It felt like he wanted to chop off every noisy-sounding head. It's not so noisy at first. They began to be radical when they found out that Felix and Leonil would be adult males next year, and no less than six months from this month. Because they were born at the beginning of the year.
"Why don't they leave Felix and Leonil alone. I honestly don't like the palace much. After all there is Princess Marginne who can be Queen." Sofia sighed loudly.
Imagining the children she raised by herself lovingly, getting into trouble, Sofia is upset. Why his family should be tied to the palace. If the great couple is unable to help their criticism. Hexalios just want a quiet and peaceful life.
"Conservative aristocrats certainly worship the male lineage. It would have been hard to persuade them to be drafted a dozen years ago. When I filed your case with Lux, Sofia. They must have understood my mindset." Jordan grunting.
"I don't agree if my children are taken to the palace." Sofia folded her hands on her chest.
"They're Sofia's kids too." Jordan's voice was weak.
Who doesn't want to protect a precious family. Sofia and their four children are her life. If it wasn't silly enough to hand over his son to be the meal of the old aristocrats.
"Save them Jordan!" Sofia's voice snapped.
Smile on the lips of the Duke and Duchess Hexalios. Even though they were fighting almost every day, they would soon subside. That's family. His presence is awaited and his absence is missed.
As the Hexalios attempted to survive, a storm blew up surprisingly late in the year, as saldu piled up on the Elderbar.
Empress Janetta Elderbar has died.
Reportedly after slumping because of the doctor's verdict on his infertility, his health slowly fell. The empress who from the beginning disliked the people acted impulatively. His emotions were out of control and he was addicted to booze.
His death was confirmed due to an overdose of liquor that had been consumed for years.
The funeral was simple. The palace became quiet even though not many were sad because of the abandonment of the first lady. A sense of relief even crawled every inhabitant of the palace. Eventually one of the hard-to-serve people left.
The cold wind is very cold this year.
Felix Hexalios stood upright wearing an all-black shirt suit. The inner hall of the palace was vast to accommodate the thousands of people who had come to give the Empress Elderbar their final greetings.
At the end of the room was an open coffin. Especially for this one day, the crate was opened and mourners could see the sleeping face of Empress Janetta. It was like he was sleeping peacefully. Although his face was thin and his eyes were sunken. Her lips were tightly covered in red and her hands were neatly folded.
The funeral was held in a short hymn and he was buried in the ancestral grounds of Elderbar.
The crowded hall instantly became desolate. Only the imperial family left behind including the Hexalios.
Emperor Alex was seated in the chair with Princess Margine at his side.
There was a long silence. Felix and his brothers and parents were standing not far from him.
"In that case, allow us to leave His Majesty's palace." Jordan took a step forward to pay his respects.
"Yes, thank you Duke for today." Emperor replied.
The Hexalios' family lowered their heads.
"Can you all leave me a moment with Young Count Felix Hexalios?" The sudden words of Emperor Alex surprised everyone.
However, subtle changes were soon suppressed. Jordan leaves Felix with his other family.
"Young Count is approaching." The Emperor Alex.
Felix hesitated to approach but his steps were determined. He walked as close as possible but at a safe distance.
"Young Count."
Suddenly a hand touched his shoulder. Felix gasps. The Emperor stared at him with emotions that were hard to read.
"Please take care of the only daughter of this country. He is a fragile child. Please protect her." Emperor Alex's voice was weak. His forehead is wrinkled as age gets wrinkled.
"I'm sorry?"
"Marry Princess Margine."
Something's cracking inside Felix. His ears were not troubled, so it was definitely a reality. Felix's eyes shook violently.
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