The Useless 8th Prince

Forced to Depart

“I actually don't like the girl very much, but .. aren't you a bit overdone, My Lord? The girl is just afraid you fail and get depressed.”

Ciel sat on the balcony. Enjoy a glass of wine while gazing at the beautiful sea of stars in the sky. Behind her, Isabella stood up while peeling the apple. Cut it thinly and then put it on a small plate, then put it on a small table next to Ciel.

Picking up a piece of apple and putting it in his mouth, Ciel looked bored. Feeling sweet and juicy in each bite before swallowing it, the young man nodded.

“I'm not angry at all. How I describe it ... yes, just a little disappointed.” Ciel said in a bored tone.

“Keca?”

“Ya .. disappointed. Although I know he's worried, I prefer him to support my every decision. Although a bit frivolous or impressed pretentious, I am the type who knows which way I should step.”

“What if you fail?” ask Isabella.

“Then I can only hope that someone stays by my side to comfort me. Because ... At least I tried.”

“Isn't such an attitude ... quite selfish, My lord?”

“Not quite selfish, but very selfish. But .. This is how I am. I'm not perfect. I'm not forcing you to follow me either.” Ciel said relax.

“You mean?” isabella asked doubtfully.

“Nothing.” Ciel shook his head lightly. “You can go back.”

“According to your order, Tuanku.”

Alone on the balcony, Ciel stared at the sea of stars before sighing deeply. Because in his previous life Ciel was in the modern world and knew how important school was, the young man insisted on making it. Only, he was indeed too hasty and selfish. Ciel did not think about the feelings of others.

I ... am really selfish.

Ciel thought as he closed his eyes.

...***...

A few days later, Ciel seemed to be wearing neat clothes. In addition, he also wore a black robe that enveloped his body.

“Do I really not need to come, Darling?”

Ariana who immersed herself in Ciel's embrace raised her face, staring right in the young man's eyes.

“No. Stay in the castle, wait for me to come back. Make sure to take care of yourself. In addition, please make sure everything runs smoothly without my presence.”

“I understand.” Ariana nodded obediently.

In these few days, not only did Ciel and Elena's relationship not improve. In fact, Ciel became a bit distant with Camellia because of the previous contact.

Although Ciel did not think too much about it because he had to take care of many things, Camellia was different, she felt that Ciel did not need too much. In addition, the girl felt increasingly depressed by the presence of Ariana.

Ciel closed his eyes for a moment. He then thought of Asterious and Kun who were in Blackrock City. After that, he also imagined Jean and her friends in Greenscale City.

Keep imagining, one by one his subordinates thought. The Dark Elves in the dungeon, the Alchemists in the medicine room, Theodore and the knights in the shadow division.

Ciel began to think of Elena who was becoming increasingly cold, always flying with Lil-White to watch the surrounding area. In addition, he also thought of Camellia who was busy taking care of the documents in the study.

Opening his eyes, Ciel smiled somewhat bitterly.

All of this ... is on the right track, right? But ... Why do I feel that there is less?

Ciel shook his head lightly. Releasing Ariana in his arms, he then realizes that the only one who drove him away was his fiancee. Everyone is busy with their own business.

Climbing onto Deschia's back, Ciel turned towards Ariana.

“Then I leave.”

Ciel nodded lightly. Patting Deschia's back, one demon and one Wyvern flew into space. The two of them immediately left Black Lily City. But ... by the time Ciel turned his head and looked at ‘his house’, the young man sensed something was up in his mind.

What feeling is this? I hope nothing will happen to this region when I leave.

Without feeling it, the days just pass.

After flying from one area to another, Ciel finally arrived at a prosperous city called Jade Water City. It was the center of the territory led by Count Jadeline.

The Jadeline family, although only the Count family, had a different status because Count Jadeline was directly chosen by Duke Raevern as one of the five Counts under him. Although not as tall as a Marquis, Count Jadeline himself had an extraordinary status compared to the three Counts raised by a Marquis.

As the leader of the region, looking at the Jade Water City, Ciel could only let out a long sigh. Compared to Black Lily City, this place was more crowded and seemed to have a huge trading flow. Unlike the somewhat desolate Black Lily City.

Ciel himself understood why. Previously, Black Lily City was famous in South Duchy, but the region has declined drastically in terms of either security or economy since the Lawyer Family was removed. But Ciel did not feel too desperate. Since his arrival, he had revitalized the region.

Slowly but surely, I will make my territory more prosperous.

Think Ciel. If any other nobles had heard what Ciel was thinking, they would have already vomited blood. To those nobles, Ciel had increased his territory too quickly. Even the young man entered into the view of a high-class noble such as a Duke or Marquis chosen by the Emperor himself.

Ciel and Deschia descended from above the clouds to the gate of Jade Water City. Their arrival instantly made the knights unprepared and quite panicked. But when they saw the figure sitting on Wyvern's back, they looked somewhat relieved.

Hmmm .. It looks like the knights in my territory are better.

That was what Ciel thought while nodding in satisfaction.

Although he could have directly descended right at the Jade Water Castle, Ciel still had manners. As the leader of the region as well as a guest, he had to come report through the front door.

“Who is that young man? Really riding a Wyvern?” ask one of the pedestrians in surprise.

As Ciel descended near the city walls, he became the center of attention for the knights on guard, the citizens who went out to work, as well as the merchants who came to Jade Water City.

“It was Prince Luciel. The figure of the Prince who was always considered trash, but hid his strength more than eight years.” The other footman answered.

“Eight years .. I can't imagine a little child could hold back that long.”

“What are you trying to compare? If we can be like that, what difference does a noble differ from a people like us? After all, Prince Luciel is not only a noble, but a genius.” The pedestrian said with a tone of adoration.

“Is that the rumored Prince Luciel?”

“She's younger than I thought.”

“Yes. He's even too young.”

“I heard, Prince Luciel actually ... very cruel.”

“Very cruel?” ask someone in wonder.

“I heard he burned the whole city ... complete with its inhabitants as a warning to the people of his territory!”

“...”

Everyone looked at Ciel. Realizing how young he was but so cruel, the passersby breathed in a cold breath. Not daring to act recklessly in front of him.

Meanwhile, Ciel who heard every whisper could only display a bored expression. However, he actually felt somewhat proud. The young man looked at Deschia then silently thought.

Is this what it feels like to drive a sports car and show it off?

Ciel shook his head lightly. Thinking of the party he was about to attend, the mood of the young man instead descended. Ciel muttered to himself.

“I hope they, those spoiled brats .. not overdo it. Anyway, I was forced to come because mom accepted the invitation. Really sucks.”

>> Connect.