Joaquin Kyren De Asel. The Crown Prince of Orlacion. Born from the true blood of royalties. His mother, the queen was the distant cousin of the king. And his blood was pure descendant of the god, Triano.
Ever since he was young, he possessed outstanding skills and talent. Born a true ruler and even received the blessings of the four temples.
His power excel anyone at his age. Nourished by his early educations, he became a calculative and collected future ruler of the kingdom. Citizens adore his astute and sharp mind. He can manipulate every single thing that showed disadvantages at his circumstances.
With the pure gold hair and a sharp and striking face, he was indeed the rightful heir of the throne. Unlike his brother, who hides his ruthless face beneath those gentle and calm gaze, his was more showy and expressive.
Fitted in the category of a strong and wise king.
Just right now. His deep blue eyes gaze at the certain red haired youth. His eyes showed no desire but pure critical plan. He held no affections and only perspicacious intent.
The whole dining hall went silent at his sudden proposal.
Daniel clenched his fist, a red mana flashed on his eyes. Yet, he dare not to move. Otherwise his brother will be the only one will suffer a great lose. Only his mother Savannah has dare to not hide the displeasure and nervousness on her eyes. Daniel hold her shaking hands, and remind her to not to be impulsive.
Unlike the reactions of others, The Duke remained calm. His tranquil gaze swift directly to the Crown Prince and his youngest son. One was smiling deeply and the other was still serene and undisturbed.
"Of course, it will not be good if young master Sylvester will be force unto it. We need to discuss it seriously."The Crown Prince said with a pleasant voice.
But to the other's mind he was indeed serious. He was not joking about marrying the red-haired youth.
In a abyss of mid time, the sun has rise brightly and the surrounding area was hot and chilly. Added by the mere fact about the unexpected proposal, the ambience can no longer be quite at the specific point.
Iavis narrowed his eyes slightly at his brother. He don't know what his brother was thinking but to be precise, he knew he was scheming something. And he was using this youth at his goal. But why is this young man?
He faintly peek at the peaceful youth that still hasn't spoken until now about his thoughts. The young man was really alluring and beautiful. The tear mole on his left eyes was seductive enough to counter every possible desire of beauty, and his black choker and wrist guard made his skin looks paler and translucent. He frowned. He hope that his brother will not fell in this hands of the temptress.
"The Crown Prince still can joke about this matter. We can not be rash at this proposal, my Sylvester has not yet come at his age."Damien spoke regardless of the outcome. This Prince was planning something and even though he did not doubted the ability of his son to perceived, he was still worried about the unforeseen events, "I hope you can talk about this to your father, his majesty."
"That's exactly my plan. I will wait until this young master has come at age."
The age gap of the two are high enough. But in the kingdom, this is a normal thing and the lifespan of the humans was hundred of years and the appearance will only change on their last ten years of the lifespan.
Sylvester finally risen his head. His serene face was tantalizing with a hint of threat. But no one in here has discern the meaning of his gaze. His pupils with a darker shade of red lightly curved into a crescent moon, his slender white hands covered with a black wrist guard move swiftly under the lightness of the faint sun, clasping each other.
He was wearing a simple tailored white poet shirt, unfastened loose collar and sleeves making his body small and slender. The white skin beneath those clothes was tempting in one's eyes.
The Crown Prince smiled with interest, "We can discuss the plans of the engagement if the king will really approve it. But of course, he certainly will."he stated with confidence.
Daniel cannot take it anymore, he clenched his fist on the table, "My brother has not accept the proposal of your highness, I hope his highness will not force someone into something that will bother him at the rest of his life."
"Of course, the decision of the young master will had the final say. But, I have my ways."
Daniel released his red mana but immediately covered by the pressure of the Duke. He glance at his father unwillingly and the warning gaze of the Duke threatened him. He bitted his lips and sat down frustratedly.
"I'm sorry for my second son's impulsive reaction."he said in a warm tone, "He cherish his brother very much, I hope the Crown Prince will not settle an account."
"Of course, Duke. We will become family in the future, I don't hold grudge on my relatives."
His quick remarked causes the glared of the Obelima. But he was not bother even the slightly bit of menace. His white military uniform was neat and clean, exposing a cold and arrogant air and the emblem of the royal family was the sign of his power and influence. Leon and the others glared with envy.
Iavis on the other side slightly knitted his eyebrow. His handsome face was gentle but confusingly tilted in a puzzle countenance. He really can't understand the goal of his brother. Defying and cornering the Duke, playing a game of cat and mouse. But they are no mouse and both are cats. Countering and scheming each others plan, with the intent of bringing each down.
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Sylvester stared at the open window attentively. The knights and the soldiers was training on the large ground, sweats cling in every each of their bare bodies. The elves and mages was silently practicing spells. His calm eyes never intend to leave the lively atmosphere.
The exhausting lunch has long been finished. The beginning and even at the end of the conversation, he did not utter any words. He don't want to be use by anyone but he was still powerless, and needed a figure that was high enough to influence the mind of the individuals. The tea cup on his hands went directly on his red lips, gentle taking a sip at the bitter taste tea.
"I don't know why the Crown Prince proposed an unexpected engagement."he said without looking at his back.
The movements in his back paused, Joaquin plastered an amaze smile while ardently staring at the daze youth.
"As expected from the one that caught my eyes. Even conserving my aura, you still able to recognize."he compliment without a hint of sarcasm, he slowly walk to the youth with a calm and collected steps.
Thus, Sylvester turned his head on the Crown Prince, "I don't understand. I'm sure your highness held no affection to this young master yet his highness suddenly proposed an engagement...."his voice clutch define an indifferent tone. "You have other objectives."
Joaquin chuckled and slowly approached the youth, he held the fallen strands of his smooth red hair and smelled gracefully: "Who said I don't grasp affection to this young master? Even gods can't surpass your appearance."
Sylvester stiffened, slightly uncomfortable: "Your eyes really can't lie your highness. I can see it. You have other goals and likely to use me at that determined plan..."he leaned closer until their face was inches apart, "You have a desire that precisely will not be accepted in this mortal realm."
"You wished to become a god."