CHAPTER 2: THE LOST (2)
(Standing at the door Tristan quietly waited)
Hey old man gunther is this the kid?
Yes my new assistant, Tristan
So you're the old man's new assistant nice to meet you I am Count Jacob Tresias
It's a pleasure to meet you count
The pleasure is mine, looks like you have manners. The old man sent me a letter and wrote everything about you, did you know?
No count
So your're a traveler?
Yes
Don't Lie
(The moment Tristan heard this words, the room felt cold and felt an eerie aura)
The way you walk, your way of talking, your body build, and the fact that you're fine after feeling my aura. You're not ordinary. What is your purpose, assassin?
(Feeling the tense aura tristan already knew that the count was no ordinary, and started to remember something)
"Now I remember, The Five Swords of the Kingdom"
(The strongest knights in the Kingdom of Dalian, each of them hold their own army used to protect or conquer others. They are regarded as legend for their feats)
(There are 3 ranks that are known in the continent the warrior, master, grandmaster each of this has 3 stages which is the lower,middle and High)
(Jacob Tresias the weakest in the swords but is respected for his intelligence, he conquered many countries using his sword and strategies giving him the nickname "The Marauder"
(His aura is already in the Grandmaster level)
*sigh*
(Even if he is the weakest, that only applies for monsters who are inhumane)
(Not knowing what to do Tristan just smirked)
(Than suddenly a fast sword came flying to his neck with so much aura.)
(But then it stop)
Okay you pass
Huh?
Don't huh me, I told you, you pass. You will now work for me you can start your duties tomorrow.
Wait count are you sure you trust me?
I don't, but he does, and I trust him.
(Seeing Gunther there standing and smiling with confidence at him, he can't help but go with the flow of the situation. But then the count spoke again)
In one condition, protect the people of this mansion while were gone, especially my daughter
(Tristan would've declined right on the spot, but the words "daughter" made him doubt his decision)
Fine I'll do it, but no one will know except the two of you
Done, you can go now let me talk with this shitty old man
HUH?! What did you say old dog!?
(The two started their quarrel again, while Tristan quietly stepped out of the door and closed the door)
****
(While walking Tristan realized that he didn't know his way in the mansion and just continued to walk down the corridors. Not knowing what to do, he went beside the window and saw a big beautiful garden)
Whoa! Now that's a garden
(Tristan amazed by what he saw couldn't contain his excitement and jumped down from the third floor to the ground)
Looks like the old man really did his best taking care of the garden.
(He went deeper in the garden and heard a womans beautiful voice humming, Tristan followed the voice and saw a beautiful girl with a crimson hair)
"It's her again"
(Seeing the woman made Tristan happy and sad at the same time, Tristan couldn't bring himself to talk to the woman, but instead watched her secretly admiring her voice and beauty)
(While watching quietly someone suddenly tapped on the shoulder of Tristan.
What are you doing?
(The truth is he already noticed but can't remove his eyes in the beautiful woman, then suddenly he was pulled at the side)
Why are you looking at her!?
(It was the guy who wore an armor and has serious face)
Kael?
Yes it's me you bastard what are…..
(Kael couldn't finish his sentence seeing the face of Tristan, there were tears…)
(Seeing this Kael couldn't help but let go of Tristan, Kael does not know what to say, but then they were interrupted by a woman)
Kael? What are you doing? Who is this man?
(Kael immediately paid his respect)
Milady, sorry we were just talking
Than why is he in so much pain?
(Tristan who was quite quickly thought of a reason to escape the situation)
(With a trembling voice Tristan answered the princess)
Princess h~h~he is harassing me wahhhhh!
(Kael realizing what Tristan is doing he cursed Tristan in his mind)
"YOU BASTARD"
(Hearing the plead of Tristan the princess believed him and got angry at Kael, Kael tried to explained but it was for naught)
Kael I'm disappointed
B~but
Just please go
(Having no choice Kael left sad and annoyed promising he would have his revenge with Tristan)
Its fine now sir, what are you doing here?
Forgive me madam, my name is Tristan I am the new assistant of Sir Gunther Vornsmorn
Nice to meet you, my name is Isabella Tresias, so you are the new gardener?
Yes, milady
(With respect and royal demeanor, Tristan presented himself like a true gentleman)
You don't have to be so formal, you can just call me bella
But that's way to formal milady, I am just a gardener and you're a noble
*giggles*
I really don't care about status, I treat people equally, Tristan
If Kael hears about this he will get angry, hehe
*Sigh* I've told him many times to not be formal his just so persistent about it
Those flowers?
(Tristan noticed the flowers in the basket)
You know this flowers? This are my favorite, their beautiful aren't they?
Yes, they are what you call "Sword Lily"
Sword Lily?
Yes, Sword Lily symbolizes Honor, Sincerity and Faithfulness
Whoa, you really know your flowers
Of all the flowers in this garden, why this?
Well, it's because it's a remembrance from my mother, it's her favorite and I also fell in love with it. How about you? The way you talk about this flower, it seems you also admire it
(Tristan is hesitating for a while, but seeing the woman's innocent red eyes, he felt he can truly trust this person)
It's the first flower…
(Before he could finish his sentence a ladies voice interfered)
Milady!? Its time for your training!
Oh, looks like Sarah's looking for me, I have to go
Its nice meeting you Tristan let's talk again sometimes
The pleasure mine milady
*Bows*
C'mon just call me bella
*pout*
Fine, bella let's talk again sometimes
Okayy, byeee
(Seeing bella's cheerful goodbye's made Tristan's heart beat a liitle faster. With a wishful smile he reminisces)
"It's really you, I was not wrong"