Finally leaving the castle, Lucas breathed a sign of relief. Who could have guessed that magnificent looking castle was under a curse. Anastasia answered. We're lucky to have left the castle alive. I guess this adventure of ours is getting really intense.... Diana added…. Don't you mean to say dangerous, 'My lady?'. We're right at the Outskirt of Vastgard. Said Lex... by dawn tomorrow, we should have arrived at King's Julius castle... Just then, Lucas sighted a carriage moving along the town's street a few miles away from their direction... almost suddenly, some bandits dressed on black attires and covered with black masks surrounded the carriage in an attempt to attack....
Lucas exclaimed. We got trouble! He runs hastily towards the direction of the carriage as the others chases after him... The Bandits trying to kidnap the princess inside the carriage as Lucas arrived just in time to rescue her. He drew out his sword and skillfully engages in an immersed battle with the bandits as Lex assisted him in defeating them. Luckily, they were finally able to set the princess free from her captives as the bandits take to their heels showing a sign of defeat. Princess smiled charmingly at Lucas. I must confess, you're a man of great skills and courage. Thanks for saving my life. Lucas bows. It's an honor to be of help to you, 'My lady'. Who are you by the way and why were the bandits after your life?.....
I'm Princess Natalia and my father is the King of Vastgard. I was on my way to my cousin's wedding which is been organized close to the outskirt of the town when I was suddenly attacked. Perhaps, my dad's enemies who're only after his throne wants to use me as a political means to get him to step down. If you hadn't come to my rescue, I would have been in grave danger... the princess answered with a smile. Did you just say, you're a princess and your dad is the King of Vastgard? Lex surprised. Quite correct…. Princess Natalia answered. Lex smiled. I'm Lex Smith, the son of Ballard Smith, emperor of the Kingdom of Tama. …It's an honor to meet you, Princess. I guess fate wanted us to meet because my friends and I are already on our way to the royal castle to seek audience with your father, 'the King of Vastgard'.
Princess Natalia replied... It's an honor to meet you in person, Prince Lex. I've heard so much about your dad's kingdom and the great treasures it possesses…. I hope to pay your kingdom a visit soon for my next adventure... princess Anastasia interrupts. Right now, shouldn't we be on our way to the castle? I thought the princess said, she was on her way to a wedding feast? Lucas replied. Won't it be wonderful if we all accompany princess Natalia to the wedding feast? ….. you know, just for her safety. Those bandits who wanted the princess kidnapped could show up again. It will be honor to be accompanied by son of the emperor and his friends... princess Natalia smiled…. Princess Anastasia thinking.... I wonder why Lucas and Lex are so friendly with the princess... she gasped. Is it possible they find her attractive? Of course not!.... Don't you think Princess Natalia is so sweet, 'Your Highness?'. said Diana. Her curtsy really shows she has an excellent personality. If I was a man, I possibly won't be able to resist her charms..... Princess Anastasia answered. I'm not sure I understand what you're trying to say, Diana..... Hmmm..... do I perceive jealousy in your voice, 'Your Highness?'..... Why will I be jealous? Anastasia laughed. You quite speak in a strange manner. She added.