The desire of voyage, and exploration appealed strongly to the King, he had a burning desire to venture into this vast open world.

This expedition was first and foremost an extraordinary step towards development, as his majesty intended to discover new resources and minerals, to expand his territory. The boy began to grow in experience and maturity, and spoke with gracefulness. He gave everyone instructions and tasks to fulfill. All the soldiers had high moral and show their enthusiasm and excitement by singing and getting sober before their departure. He then appointed the old man to lead the expedition. Also brought 500 Elasmotherium, and loaded 460 barrel of food onto each animals, including 900 tonnes of equipment and item for trading if need be, however the absence of the king was a major issue, so he placed a vail on his throne in his absence. In total 200 infantry, 400 knights, 80 lancer, and 100 archers.

That morning breeze was like a cold kiss, who welcomed the simple minded to blossom like the roses during springtime, as the dawn lightened the faces of the brave adventurers, who now march foward to the unknown.

"Sir i know i shouldn't even question your great wisdom but i really think leading all these people to their deaths only to reach our goals isn't very nice....don't you think?"

"Some sacrifices are necessary in order to be successful, and if you betray me and sell out my plans just know we both will die anyway, both will be found guilty of betraying this kingdom, so chose on which side you're on."

"Haven't you noticed this girl standing beside his Majesty? Shes been keeping an eye on us, especially you."

"ME!!???"

"Bu-But, i have nothing suspicious on me."

"I think she might have feelings for you, in any case it's a perfect opportunity to get close to the royal cercle, maybe you can gain their strust."

"Make yourself useful young man."

The ground was shaking with all the horses and animals they brought as they cross these lands.

On that day the sky were clear and no clouds could be seen, just a deep blue like the ocean, also the odd silence was almost absurd,...not even one bird.

Then a soldier burst into laughter, and another one, and another one, soon you could only hear a crowd of people laughing in this lost deserted place they were traveling through.

"What got into them? asked Rajan."

"It's that young recruit, apparently he forgot his underwear," replied Ayame.

Night was falling and darkness soon caught up with everyone.

They all settled and made their camp near a cliff and the view of the stars was quite beautiful.

Soon the crackling of the fire, and smell of the roasted meat feeled the air, Rajan then approached the old man, and gave him a hot coffee.

"I know you know where my dad could've went."

"Were you and my father close?"

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"Well boy, me and your dad had complicated history."

"So you sure .....i mean will i be able to find him?"

"Well ahhh...kid i where ever he is, he's thinking strongly about you, but expect the worst."

The old man got up then said.

"LISTEN UP EVERYONE, IT'S GOING TO BE A VERY LONG JOURNEY, BUT FOR THOSE WHO STAND FIRM, YOU SHALL BE REWARDED WITH MOUNTAINS OF GOLD!!!"

Hell yeah!!!"

"Shouted one of the soldiers, and everyone did party all night."

The next day early in the morning when it was still very dark, they all headed to the great water falls, where they replenished their stock in water.

A bit later in the day.

"Hmmm, this species of flower only grows near bodies of water, but it's actually quite rare to find one Oh-sorry i forgot to introduce myself, I'm Lazanipa a well known geographer and scientists, i'm in charge of maping our location, and very excited to be part of this journey your majesté."

Haha, I'm happy to know we have talented people among our ranks replied Rajan with a tiny smile on his face.

Tsk I don't like this dude replied Ayame with a neutral expression on her face.

"Do you know what my mother looked like?"

Supprised by this unexpected question Ayame answered.

"I've never seen her myself but it is said that she used to be the most beautiful woman in the entire kingdom."

"I have little memories of my mother it's...so vague, my dad never wanted to talk about her, but she died when i was very young, that's all he ever told me."

"Ahem!!!"

"You again!? you've been listening to us this whole time, how rude!!"

"It's alright i don't mind talking about it infront of people."

Lazanipa then replied.

"Well if it's your mom and dad you're seeking, you only hold the answers to your questions young man, in any case follow your destiny, for the rabbit wishes to catch the sun, but the eagle is the first to go hunting, yeah i know i made this up, but my point is, if your will to survive is feeble, you will be devoured by despair and agony, sorry i talk too much i have to get going, i see new regions to add on this map."

I wish you good luck young vampire Lord he whispered in himself.

Suddenly a loud explosion occurred in a far distance. The explosion was so massive the whole landscape got painted with fire, and shock waves were felt even where they stood.

"Get ready everyone!!!!"

"Wait it's a dragon!!!"

"Dragons went extinct millions of years ago," replied a soldier.

"Wait what is that!!?"

"Archers in position, FIRE!!!"

Shouted Ayame.

The arrows were enough to scare of this giant flying monster, but how did a creature this level get pass the mountains, whispered the old man.

"Could this be no it's not possible, i need to investigate further."

Sayer hid under a blanket, but the old man kick him in the butt, and said.

"Get up don't we have work to do? And go get me something to eat, i'm getting hungry."

"Ouch, THAT HURT!!!"

"Well you can go get food yourself old fart," he said in his mind because he never had the courage to tell him.

When the creature left, everyone celebrated their victory.

"Your majesty here's the map of the region moving forward is leading to nowhere, i suggest we turn back."

"No."

"But!!"

"If you're so scared you can go home," said Rajan with a serious look on his face.

We should leave this area, the creature could return said Ayame, then left.

"Pfff, with an army this large, hard to be unnoticed," he said and sigh, and bumped into Ayame knocking her on the ground.

"Ouch!!"

"You fool can't you watch where you're going," replied Ayame.

Sayer never had the opportunity to see a beautiful girl this close, and blushed.

"Oh no oh no oh no!!!

Think, what would a real gentleman do in this situation."

He stutter while talking to her but she got up before he could even propose to help her.

"Wait you're one of the soldiers correct!?"

"Bu-but!!"

"For your punishment you'll be charged to clean the swords and feed the horses."

Really my day couldn't have been better murmured Sayer in his mind.

He then ask her name, she replied.

"I'm Ayame and you better not forget this face, because I'll beat the hell out of you if i run into you again."

How could i forget such a beautiful face murmured Sayer in his mind.