"Alfred wants to fight you."
"Alfred? The king of whatever, the guy who fought a dragon, a man centuries older than me. That guy?"
"Sigh* Apparently Loren gave a few words about your skill to his father, saying that your swordsmanship is better than his."
Richard waved his hand around and a gentle breeze fluttered around the room. Then, a clear scenery is shown in front of everyone. The screen showed Kane fighting against Loren in the arena.
"And, Alfred didn't quite take that so lightly."
Richard replayed the video, showing everyone Kane's skills, and the elves couldn't help but admire his ability with the sword.
"For a youngin, he for sure skilled in swordsmanship. But, I wouldn't say that it's any better than the sword saint."
"I agree. Although we've only seen some of his skills, I doubt he can do much against king Alfred in a dual."
2 Elderly noble elves voiced out their opinions. The girls were agitated, but couldn't retort what they said. Although they love Kane, they understand that the power he has now is far weaker than what Alfred can do with a flick. The rest of the girls have experienced his capabilities, his battles were recorded in crystals, showcasing his feats to the world.
Kane felt their worry through their connection. He gave them a cockish look, then a confident smile formed on his lips.
"It seems we haven't formally introduced ourselves have we gentlemen?"
The elves looked at him disdainfully. In their eyes, the only thing they see is a child trying to cope with his weak comings.
Kane sensed their disapproval, but instead of backing down, his eyes burned with passion.
"My name is Kane Vond. And I'm a transmigrator."
The elves were surprised, they looked toward their king and instantly broke out in anger.
"Your majesty, you allowed a truman in our kingdom?"
"Your highness, you've outlawed trumans from ever coming into our kingdom, how can you allow one to roam around the capital?"
"Wait, isn't he marrying princess Laura?"
The elves craned their necks toward Kane, murderous intent erupted from their body.
Richard looked around and a tired look was on his face.
'Sigh* When will I retire.'
"Enough."
Richard released his own aura and a terrifying wave of pressure overcame the entire room. The elves stopped immediately and unconsciously kneeled on the floor. Cold sweat poured down their backs.
The girls were safe from the pressure because Angela wrapped a barrier around them.
'Richard, you're way too careless, but...'
Angela's murderous intent permeated through the barrier pressuring the elves even more. Fear was etched on their faces.
'I agree with your methods.'
Angela had a malicious smile on her face, and the elves had shivers down their spine.
Kane stood up from the chair, feeling the atmosphere grow cold, then suddenly.
[Kane, do you want to use Will of the Monarch?]
'Oh, since there are so many things going on I haven't really gotten the time to check out my skills. Can you tell me quickly what it does?'
[Yes, essentially, you can manifest your will.]
'I said quickly- sigh* whatever.'
Richard released his aura as well as Angela when they saw Kane stand up from his seat.
The elves brushed themselves off and returned back to their seats trepidatiously.
They looked at Kane, with disdain still in their eyes. Angela caught them in a glance, but Kane signaled for her to stop.
Angela was reluctant but calmed herself down.
Kane briefly smiled at her, then his face turned cold.
The atmosphere froze immediately. The sweat from the elves' back turned to ice and the room turned a shade of blue.
A collective sound of gulps echoed throughout the room. Richard also started sweating.
'It's that feeling again...'
Kane looked into each of the elves' eyes and said.
"I don't know why you guys dislike trumans so much, but knowing my people, I can guess why... I understand everyone does not trust me yet, but..."
Kane stopped releasing his aura.
"I never back down on my words, and I love Laura for who she is, not as a princess, or the future queen, but Laura Lovaine."
Laura gave him a loving smile and her cheeks blushed red in embarrassment.
'Kane~'
The three girls collectively felt jealous.
'Wait, why am I jealous?'
An elder with green hair and a face full of wrinkles sat up and said nervously.
"Then, how can you prove that? Words alone cannot justify your skills."
"Then, I'll prove my worth."
Kane snapped back.
Angela flinched and sent him a mental transmission.
'Kane, although I'm sure we can make you stronger, I'm not confident we can help you actually fight against Alfred.'
'...'
[Actually Kane there is a method to increase your strength]
'Really?'
'Kane?'
'Sorry, I'm talking with someone right now.'
'?'
'How do I get stronger?'
[Sex]
'Come again?'
[Specifically dual cultivation]
'...'
"Kane?"
Richard muttered his name.
Kane recollected his thoughts and said.
"Yes... I'll fight Alfred."
Everyone in the room was shocked. The girls were staring daggers at Kane.
The elders did not expect Kane to agree and admired his courage but still looked at him in contempt.
"How exactly are you gonna get stronger?"
"Yes, how?"
Scarlett turned her face toward him and a smile was on her face.
"..."
Knock* knock*
A maid knocked on the door.
"Your highness, King Alfred is calling, would you like me to answer it?"
'Phew, saved by the bell... Zoey, we need to talk later.'
[...]
"Alright, accept the call."
The maid brought an elegant white crystal around a foot in size, adorned in gold and jewels.
The crystal shone and a clear screen floated on top of the crystal.
A burly figure was seen sitting on a throne. He was wearing an elegant black suit, with gold embedded in the seams, medals decorated a part of the coat, and a white fur cape was attached on the back.
The man's face had some wrinkles and a scar running down the side of his right eye. His hair was gray and a well-trimmed beard covered his face.
"Richard."
A deep voice filled with testosterone echoed in everyone's ears.
"Alfred."
The man's brow curled up and a hint of surprise was shown on his face.
"Is this the man, that beat up my son?"
"Nice to meet you, king Alfred, my name is Kane Vond."
"Hmm... interesting. Alright, I've decided."
The man stood up from his throne and unsheathed his sword.
"Kane Vond, fight me."