As the night arrived, inside the castle of the kingdom of Inizio. Outside the office of the adviser of the king, Herbert Conroy.

Next to the door, Commander Alain was leaning against the wall while looking down with his eyes closed.

The door opened and Captain Callan emerged from the door. As he closed the door, he exhaled before looking in Commander Alain's direction. "Commander."

"What was Mister Herbert's reaction?"

Captain Callan shrugged. "As expected, he's very devastated. Although I can't blame him, we are talking about a meruem, the tribe people known as the embodiment of catastrophe itself." He walked past Commander Alain that immediately followed him. "And what frustrates him more was the fact that his Majesty ordered him to let the meruem be and keep about the existence of Lord Casimir as a secret. Furthermore, our king and Prince Dieter, both of them didn't even bother about the news of a meruem existing in that town. Sometimes, our king and prince are a complete enigma, I can't understand what is running through their minds."

Commander Alain walked beside Captain Callan. "I've been serving our king for a long time now, I would be lying if I say that I was surprised at the decision our king made. That's a characteristic they have in common. If something doesn't interest them, they won't even waste their time thinking about it. It's extremely hard to get their interests. however, once you do, it won't easily be withdrawn. Moreover, the news of the existence of a meruem? Believe me, if this news doesn't involve the Shadow fairy, it would be a completely different story."

"That makes me wonder, why does our king favor that fairy so much?"

Commander Alain shook his head. "Maybe someday, when you become the primary commander of this kingdom, his Majesty will tell you why."

Captain Callan nodded. "So, you know why. I see."

"It's just about trust, Captain. Nothing else."

"Trust, huh?"

"Now that we are at it, I heard that Prince Dieter got into a grave situation under your guard. I fully understand that he is quite a handful most of the time, but you should know better when it comes to protecting the prince... Who also happens to be your closest friend."

Captain Callan suddenly stopped. "I am no longer his friend, I have no right to become one of his. As of now, I am just a knight and he is the future king of the kingdom of Inizio."

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Commander Alain groaned and stared at Captain Callan with his bloating mouth as if he was trying his best to resist the temptation to laugh. After a few seconds, he exhaled and tapped Captain Callan's armored shoulder. "You know, sometimes, you really are an idiot, it makes me wonder if you really are my little brother or mom and dad just picked you up from the street." And unleashed a roaring laugh.

Captain Callan's eyes instantly furrowed as he watched his big brother laugh at him. "I am serious here, Commander."

Commander Alain put his arms on Captain Callan's shoulder. "Yes, you are, of course. However, for now, let's go home. I am already tired due to the long journey and I am dying to get some rest." He said as he pushed Captain Callan using his arms. "I wonder what mom has for us for dinner."

"I asked for soup."

"You did? Then that's good."

***

The sun rose inside the capital of the kingdom Milana. As the morning arrived, life started to emerge and light up the kingdom.

Located in one part of the kingdom, was a huge grassland park that shaped the massive roundabout with countless carriages passing through. At the very center of the park was a huge white statue. The statue of the prominent hero gloriously raising his sword. The very first hero of the kingdom of Milana. Remus Aegle.

At the foot of the massive statue of the former hero Remus Aegle was a graveyard where the former generation of heroes of Milana was buried. 5 gravestones were currently occupying the huge place hidden underground under the foot of the massive statue.

Knights were guarding the place and only the people with authority could enter the graveyard of the heroes.

Silence, was what was shrouding throughout the area, even though there was someone currently standing in front of one of the tombs.

Commander Einar put the bouquet of flowers on one of the tombstones and kneeled in front of it. His eyes were full of determination as he gently rubbed his hand on the cemented floor.

The name of the person on the grave was written in gold ink. Ragnar Aegle.

"Just a little longer, father. I will regain our honor. Our glorious line of heroes will never end with me." He stood up. "Once I accomplish this undertaking, which I will, the whole world will see that I am deserving to be the hero of all humanity and not that lapdog of the Holy land of Amarantha. Just like you, father, my marvelous deed will be known. I will not fail you again."

Commander Einar turned his back to the tombstone and walked towards the exit of the graveyard. Upon walking out, he was greeted by a group of knights that immediately bowed their heads upon seeing him. "Commander Einar."

Commander Einar nodded in response. "How's the preparation, Captain Joran?"

One of the knights walked toward him. "The Hive mind legion is already almost done in their preparation, so the Zeppelin bombardment corps. We can expect our departure in 2 days."

Commander Einar nodded. "Good. For now, I want to check the state of the Zeppelin bombardment force. After all, they are the ones who will assure our victory."

"I understand, Commander." Captain Joran walked back towards the group and marched to lead the way.

Before proceeding to walk. Commander Einar looked back at the graveyard beneath the massive white statue with a gentle smile on his face.

"I'll be back, father. Once I do. I already retrieve what is always ours."