Chapter 126- Answers (3)

(NATHAN'S POV)

“Leader, what's going on? Just what did you do to have your photo posted throughout the kingdom?” A member of the rebels asked with a worried expression as he approached me. After leaving the Winter castle two days ago, I returned to the headquarters of the western region rebel group.

“Prince Marshall and Count Livens managed to capture me a few days ago. Now that I've escaped and there's a wanted poster of me. I have much bigger problems to worry about” I replied.

I'm certain he'll be looking for me soon. It's been 22 years since I left the knightage of that shithole of a family. I clenched my fist as I remembered the shit that son of a bitch put my mother and me through all those years ago. If it weren't for Prince Moises, I would've died by that man's hands.

My thoughts were interrupted when I heard footsteps approaching. When I looked in the direction of the footsteps. “Nathan” I watched as Valian walked towards me.

“Did you find anything useful?” I asked. Valian nodded and handed me a folder. “I received word that your father has taken notice of the situation”

I gripped the folder tightly, “Let's prepare. It won't take long before he and I meet again” I said.

Valian placed his hand on my shoulder, “You know for as long as we have known each other, it's still surprising to know that you are the illegitimate and eldest son of Count Brazen, one of the core members of the aristocratic faction”

(PRINCE MOISES POV)

When I learned that there were wanted posters of Nathan posted throughout the kingdom. My initial thought was to search for him until Viscount Palin informed me that Nathan wanted to handle the situation on his own. Knowing how stubborn Nathan could be I had no choice but to respect his wishes.

I returned inside of the room where Macy was resting. I walked towards the bed, “Macy, I plan to travel to the Mountains of Benoma but first I must return to the castle. There is something I must ask my grandfather.”

Macy nodded and reached for my hand. When she held it she looked up at me, “The mountains of Benoma were once a place filled with ancient temples. I was told that was the birthplace of the saintess, " she said.

A sudden thought crossed my mind. During one of my history classes when I was younger. My grandfather mentioned something about a temple before but I can't seem to remember the rest of the story.

“A map, I need a map”, I walked towards the door. After leaving the room, I went to find Viscount Palin, who was conversing with Masiro about Morgan’s plan.

“Viscount Palin”, I said, as I approached him and Masiro, who was standing beside him.

“Yes, Your Highness” he replied.

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“I need a map, take me to your library”

Viscount Palin nodded and I followed behind him. A few minutes later, we arrived at his private library on the third floor of the manor. I followed behind Viscount Palin until we reached an isolated bookshelf.

“I need a map that could lead me to the mountains of Benoma,” I said.

Viscount Palin looked over at me before turning towards the bookshelf. What was that expression and why did he make it? He pulled out a large white book, “Prince Moises, you may have forgotten due to your comatose. The only way to get to the Mountains of Benoma is on horseback. It'll take at least three weeks to get there and back. What are you going to do about Prince Marshall's coronation?”

I clenched my fist. Shit, what should I do?

Suddenly, the sound of thunder roared through the sky and an overwhelming feeling came over me. “What was that?”

(ROSEMARY’S POV)

“A marriage request?” I questioned as I looked at the envelope Duke Winter handed me. Hearing that one of the noble households sent me a request for marriage felt a bit surreal. I glanced at Yeshiva, who was pacing back and forth. The very thought of someone trying to marry me must be quite upsetting for him. I glanced back at Duke Winter as he sat across from me.

It's been an hour since Yeshiva and I followed Duke Winter and the strange man to his office.

“Don't worry about the request. I've already prepared a rejection letter. The reason I asked both of you to follow me to my office. I will be preparing a small ceremony for Yeshiva after he returns from his mission. I will inform everyone on your engagement as well” Duke Winter said while smiling.

“Engagement?” I glanced over at Yeshiva, who suddenly stopped pacing.

I could hear Duke Winter chuckle.

“Rosemary”, Duke Winter said, as I looked over at him again. “After the banquet..” Duke Winter suddenly paused as he rose out of his seat. I noticed as the strange man began to glance around.

“Einar!”, he said as he looked at Duke Winter.

I suddenly felt a strange feeling as my heart began to race. I clenched my shirt, “Rosie!” Yeshiva shouted as he hurried beside me.

“Yeshiva, carry Rosemary and follow me” I heard Duke Winter say before I lost consciousness.

(CROWN PRINCE ANTONIO'S POV)

“I finally did it” Princess Sage breathed heavily, as she placed the sword against my neck. Her body was surrounded in a bright golden aura, her eyes were cloudy as they glowed. The sight of her aura was breathtaking as the sky rumbled with thunder.

“Princess, you did well. You managed to harness your aura” I said, in a surrendering stance.

Princess Sage huffed as she glared at me. The endless provoking I made her endure for the last hour seriously angered her.

“How could you..” She panted as she tilted her head to the side. “Prince Marshall, I will kill you” I watched as she tightened her grip around the hilt of the sword. She must still be under the illusion, I thought as I felt the sword get closer to my neck, almost cutting into the skin.

“Princess, forgive me” I said, moving swiftly, hitting her in the back of the neck, making her collapse into my arms.

As the sword fell to the ground. I lifted her unconscious body and began to carry her towards the castle.

“Your Royal Highness”, Lord Joshua appeared next to me as I walked towards the castle. “Why did you provoke Her Highness like that? Putting her under the illusion that she was fighting against Prince Marshall?” he questioned.

“Lord Joshua, as you know the Winter Lineage is known for their madness. What better way for her to harness her aura than to have her fight against an enemy?” I asked.

“But what if she overwhelmed herself and started to suffer from the coldness disease?” He asked, he was obviously annoyed by my decision.

I lowered my head as I kissed her forehead, “I wasn't going to let her suffer” I said.

As I approached the castle, I noticed Duke Winter and Raman standing near the entrance. Behind them was that clan member, Yeshiva. He was carrying Princess Rosemary, who was also unconscious. Duke Winter walked towards me. He looked down at Princess Sage and caressed her hair. “You've done well, my dear” he spoke in a gentle tone. Duke Winter looked up at me before turning towards the man, Yeshiva.

“Both of you, follow me to the ancestral hall” he said, as he began to walk away.