Dayvon nodded while looking at the royal guards stationed in front of the door

Then the royal guards opened the door and a herald said out loud:

"Prince Dayvon, Princess Layna and Prince Lucas make their entrance"

The doors of the banquet hall slowly opened, revealing a majestic scene. The crystal chandeliers twinkled, reflecting the light of the thousands of candles that illuminated the room. The nobles, dressed in their most beautiful clothes, turned to the entrance, their whispers stopping sharply at the announcement of the arrival of members of the royal family.

Dayvon entered first, his red cape floating slightly behind him. His calm and confident look swept the room, and his walk filled with elegance gave off a royal aura with each of his steps.

Layna followed, her black dress contrasting with her dark hair and red eyes, which seemed to pierce the soul of those who dared to look at her for too long.

Finally, Lucas entered, a little nervous but determined not to show his vulnerability. His white and golden cape gave him an almost divine aura, and many nobles could not help but whisper to each other about him.

The herald announced their names again, and the entire room prostrated before them, except for a few high-ranking nobles, such as Duke Turner and Marquis Bernett, who were content with a slight tilt of the head.

Duke Turner observed the scene with a calculating look. He noticed the presence of Layna, whose reputation as a young prodigy swordsman was no longer to be done, and Dayvon, whose exploits at the Ingriss military institute were already legendary especially because of his command and his way of being calculating

But it was Lucas who caught his attention the most.

"The second prince... The one who is said to have an exceptional talent, even surpassing that of the princess," he thought.

"It will be interesting to see how he will behave tonight." he whispered while looking at the members of the royal family

Marquis Bernett, for his part, rubbed his mustache with a sneer. He gently pushed his daughter Sylvie forward, whispering to her:

"Forget what I told you. Make a good impression. ”

Sylvie, although young, understood perfectly the issues. She adjusted her dress and prepared to play her role.

As the royal family advanced towards the table of honor.

Layna leaned towards Lucas and whispered: "Breathe, my brother. Don't stress, you're a prince, and they're there for you, not the other way around. Lucas nodded slightly, trying to calm down. He felt the heavy looks of the nobles on him, but he remembered Dayvon's words: "We are here for you."

Dayvon, for his part, greeted some nobles with his hand, recognizing familiar faces.

Then he noticed that Duke Turner was moving towards him. Finding himself face to face with the Duke, he stopped for a moment in front of Duke Turner and said with a polite smile:

"Duke Turner, it's a pleasure to see you with us tonight. I've heard that the Northern lands are thriving under your governance.”

The Duke tilted his head slightly, with an enigmatic smile on his lips he said:

"You're so kind, Prince Dayvon. The entire kingdom prospers only thanks to the wisdom of your father. ”

Lucas having remained at the back of Dayvon began to observe the Duke:

"So he's the famous Duke Turner." he thought

Then the Duke turned his gaze to Lucas and said:

"Without lacking discretion, Your Highness. Could it be the second prince behind you? ”

Following this question Dayvon thought:

"This madman certainly has an idea behind his head"

Then Dayvon with a hypocritical smile said:

"You're right, here's my little brother, Prince Lucas"

So Dayvon advanced Lucas by his side.

Lucas, with a surprised look, straightened up and answered in a firm voice while greeting the Duke: "Nice to meet you, Duke Turner. I've heard a lot about you and your exploits as a mage. ”

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The Duke burst out laughing, a deep and resounding sound.

"Ah, rumors always exaggerate, your highness. But I'm glad you heard about me. ”

So while staring at the prince with a wide smile the Duke said:

"It is said that you have an undeniable talent for the sword your highness. Is it true? ”

Lucas nodded, trying to stay polite and said:

"I'm training, yes. But I'm still far from equaling the level of my sister and brother"

The Duke lowered his head with a smile and said: "Modest, I see. It is a rare quality among young princes, to remain so your highness"

Then the Duke leaned slightly, lowering his voice he said:

"Say, have you ever considered getting involved in politics in the future? ”

Then Dayvon having heard this question shot the Duke with a deadly look but unable to intervene, he looked at the way Lucas was about to act

Lucas suddenly felt a warning inwardly and said with a smile:

"I am not yet involved in political affairs, for the moment I am focusing on my evolution. I'll leave it to my brothers and sisters and maybe in the future we'll see what it gives"

The Duke smiled, but his gaze was calculating so he said:

"Too bad, I see in you a huge potential," he said, looking at the prince in a determined way

After his words, Layna appeared alongside Lucas and Dayvon smiling politely at the Duke and said:

"Excuse me, but I have to borrow my brother for a moment. ”

The Duke bowed slightly and said:

"Of course, Highness, maybe we can have an in-depth discussion later Prince Lucas" he says with a sneaky look

Once away, Layna whispered to Lucas: "This duke is known for his sheniering. Beware of him. ”

Lucas sighed and said:

"I'm starting to understand why you prefer swords to politeness. ”

Layna smiled and said:

"You will get used to it over time but for now stay on your guard"

Meanwhile, Sylvie discreetly approached Lucas and Dayvon.

She bowed and said in a soft but assured voice:

"It's an honor for me to meet you, Prince Lucas. My name is Sylvie, I am the daughter of the Marquis Bernett"

Lucas, a little caught off guard, gave him a polite smile and said:

"Nice to meet you, Sylvie. It is a pleasure for me to meet you, I am sure that this banquet will be much more pleasant with your presence."

Following his words Sylvie began to blush as she observed the beauty of the prince and remained almost speechless.

So before Sylvie could answer several other young nobles began to approach Lucas and each in turn began to introduce themselves to the prince, so she stopped dreaming and with the other young ladies they all began to talk to the prince

Lucas began to no longer be able to stand all this crowd of people and began to panic, so he began to look for Dayvon or Layna so that they could save him from this situation

When his gaze met with Dayvon, Dayvon looked at Lucas with a smile and Lucas observing the movements of Dayvon's lips, Dayvon said:

"Good luck"

So Lucas shocked by what he had just read through Dayvon's lips watched the latter look away and continue his conversations with the nobles

So Lucas quickly turned his gaze to Layna hoping that she could save him, Layna observed with a smile and looked away. So Lucas being desperate abandoned any idea of escape

So Layna, who was approached by a group of young nobles who were admiring his talent, observed the scene from the corner of her eye, could not help but smile.

"He learns fast," she thought.

But she also noticed the Marquis Bernett's satisfied look, and she promised herself to keep an eye on him.

"This old fox certainly has plans," she said to herself, staring at him

Before the evening progresses further.

A herald announced out loud:

"The sun of the Kingdom King Raphael accompanied by Queen Ariane make their entrance."

The entire room turned to the entrance, where Raphael made his appearance, dressed in a majestic white royal outfit with a golden cape floating slightly behind him, at his side Arianne being majestic with her silky white hair dressed in a magnificent white royal dress that brought out the beauty of her purple eyes and gave her a magnificent look, and all the nobles all began to bow their heads in greetings when they saw them

Hallan, then arrived behind them approaching a blasé air and dressed in a formal suit.

Raphael before the whole assembly raised his hand to greet the assembly and said:

"Welcome everyone. This banquet is an opportunity for us to strengthen the bonds that unite us"

Then Raphaël took a drink that was in front of him and made a toast while saying

"Today too is a special day for the kingdom, because we are also celebrating Prince Lucas' birthday," he said, pointing his toast at Lucas and looking at him with a smile.

Then the guests applauded politely following the king's words.

A FEW MINUTES LATER:

As the banquet came to an end Lucas, having managed to get rid of the nobles who followed him, went to a balcony and found Dayvon contemplating the castle gardens illuminated by the moonlight while holding a wine worm.

The moon shone high in the sky, throwing a silver light on the palace and its gardens.

"So," said Dayvon smiling,

"What did you think of your first banquet," he said, looking at Lucas with a sweet look.

Then Lucas looked at the sky and said:

"It was boring, I thought I was going to die," he said, looking at Dayvon with a tired smile.

So Dayvon started laughing

And Lucas watching him says:

"But seriously, these nobles who ask me questions about whether politics interests me or those who don't want to let me go and want to know everything I do"

"I won't be able to stand it if it's like that every moment," he said, sighing

Then Dayvon began to look at Lucas with a smile and said:

"You're doing well so far"

So Lucas, moved by his words, let out a smile and thanked him.

Then Dayvon looked at the garden and, with a small smile, he said to Lucas while pointing his finger towards the garden:

"You can go. ”

"I'll cover you, you've already done enough for this evening. ”

"Go empty your head."

Then Lucas, with an amazed face, said:

"Really?? ”

Dayvon said with a sigh:

"Yes, go ahead before I change my mind. ”

Then Lucas, with a smile on his face, said:

"Thank you!!! ”

Lucas, covered by Dayvon, sneaked out of the banquet room.

Then Lucas arrived in the garden and began to walk in the garden with the moonlight illuminating him and at the same time making his white hair sparkle.

TO BE CONTINUED.............