The group continues riding along the road and soon arrived in a long line full of people who were waiting to enter the city. Arthur could see a large open iron gate and several guards around it.
Everyone who tried to enter the city had to pass an inspection to explain the reasons for wanting to enter the city and what they bring.
But this time he noticed some change in the situation at gate. Some of the city Lord's personal troops were also stationed there. They are investigating and asking everyone some questions.
Arthur and Lena was curious about the situation at gate so they came out of the carriage. Elena and Lumia also followed them to see what happened.
Kaine and the adventurers were happy to finally reach the city. But they didn't leave from there as they also had to enter the city.
Arthur approached the guards at gate. They are questioning people about the whereabouts of a person. They didn't directly say who it is but from the arrangements of guards it looks like someone important.
They were looking for a young man. About the same age as Arthur, same height, colour and disposition.
It did not take long for Arthur to realise that the person they are looking for is none other than him. When he realised that everyone was looking for him, he knew he messed up badly.
After all this when he returns he has to face his father who is not so fond of him. But how did they find out about his disappearance? He was out for only one night. That also for the first time in his life.
Arthur didn't have the time to think more when a guards shouted pointing towards him. Arthur knew that he has been identified.
The guards immediately gathered around Arthur protectively. Among the guards one bulky guards came forward.
"Where have you been third young master?"
Everyone around became shocked and this included Elena and Lumia too. The adventurer was not so shocked as they are not natives of this place.
When people learned that Arthur is the mysterious third young master who rarely comes out of the mansion, they became curious and inspected Arthur like a monkey on display.
Arthur felt uncomfortable from all the stare and weird rumours starting there.
People are discussing the real Arthur and the one they heard as rumours. It is becoming more exaggerated by second.
Some say he looks more weak than the rumours. Some say he is a hidden talent. Some says he is not good looking.
Some of the rumours are even more crazy. Someone even said that third young master is interested in man and that's the reason he is imprisoned in the mansion so that he doesn't do something outside.
The girls got a first hand experience of Arthur's mighty reputation. It is more shocking than his identity as a noble.
Arthur could not stand this anymore so he decided that he will leave here as fast as possible.
"It's a long story. I should return home quickly. My friends here are guest of mine. Escort them safely.", Arthur said pointing towards Elena and Lumia. They were surprised at this.
"No,No need for this, young master Arthur. We can go from here.", Elena replied in a teasing tone emphasising the young master part.
Arthur was embarrassed. He did not know how they will think of him now that they know his real identity. But he has to make sure their safety before they reached their home.
"It's not okay. I want you guy's to reach your home safely after what happened. It's for your own good. I will contact you girls later. Guards, please escort the two ladies safely back home."
Arthur didn't give them any choices to refuse again. The guards nodded his head and asked the two girls to follow another guards who will escort them safely.
Before leaving Elena bade Arthur and Lena farewell. Lumia on the other hand just followed along with Elena. When they were leaving Lumia finally turned her head back a little and glanced at Arthur. Arthur was also looking at her and their eyes met for a brief period.
Only the adventurers group remained there. They were learning about Arthur the devil from surroundings. But what they heard and what they saw was completely different.
Kaine talked a lot with Elena and Lumia; almost everything she asked was about Arthur. But she couldn't find out much about him as they also knew him for a brief period. Now she got the reason behind it.
But that doesn't explain his character and power. He is turning more mysterious after they learned his identity.
Kaine gave a look towards Arthur to try to uncover his secrets. It was not a look of anger or disapproval, but curiosity and perhaps admiration. Although he seemed cruel and exaggerated, he's firm and decisive. They attacked him for no reason, so maybe it would be reasonable for him to be very angry. He is also a noble and invited an adventurer like me to go on a date with him.
"Ahhhh... What am I thinking? He killed cruelly, and I think of going on a date with him? It's all his fault that I'm having these bizarre thoughts! I won't let him get away with it!!"
"He must be a devil and messed up her thoughts! I can't let myself fall into that enchantment... He's just a cunning devil!"
She kept giving him strange looks, thinking he didn't notice. But Arthur also looked at her. He knew nothing about kaine except her sweet voice and her brown eyes. Then he also looked at her several times, wondering what was under that heavy armor and elegant helmet.
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