" Really, your majesty?" Jasper asked in excitement, already imagining what methods of torture he'll administered on them.
" Of course but that will be tomorrow. Tonight we have to get to the banquet first."
" Wow. Thanks your majesty"
Levi looked at him and shook his head. Sometimes, Jasper acts like a kid which is why Levi liked him and treated him like a little brother. But don't be fooled, under that impression is a tough soldier and a dangerous dragon which is why he was chosen as Levi's right hand man.
"But the assassin will be executed tomorrow and his head will be sent back to Vader along with the one that I killed tonight, but we'll leave the third one of them alive, he will be sent away separately. I need more clues about the Enders. It may be possible Vader isn't their real master." Levi replied coldly.
Nobody dares to mess with his kingdom and go scout free. He was going to investigate the Enders and root them out before they become a real problem.
If they are already not, that is.
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Dolled up in a stunning blue gown, princess Chusi descended the stairs with grace and poise befitting of a princess. Her dress, a delicate shade of blue, adorned with intricate beading and embroidery, shimmered with every step she took. The bodice was fitted to accentuate her slender wait, while the skirt float elegantly behind her, creating a trail of fabric that seems to flaot in the air.
Her dark hair was styled in loose curls and left to cascade down her back, adorned with a beautiful tiara that glittered diamonds and sapphire stones. Her bright eyes were shaped by perfectly groomed brows and full long lashes. Her lips painted a deep shade of red. She was beautiful.
As she make her way down the stairs, her thoughts wandered to her conversation with her father and mother few days ago. Her father had announced to her that he'll be going to the annual royal auction with her this year and she'd been surprised. She'd asked why and her father had replied that Alpha Rex, King Levi's father had requested he bring her daughter along and it's possible she'd be engaged to him by the time they return. She'd been surprised and not exactly trilled about the idea.
Although she'd never met this King Levi before but she has heard alot about him already. He was said to be the most powerful King of Midgard and the most eligible bachelor as well. Every princess in Midgard wants to marry him. But everyone also knows he doesn't interact much with the women, rumor has it he was only looking for his mate.
But her father had told her it's possible he's tired of looking which is why Alpha Rex had requested that she come. Chusi, although not trilled, had listened to her parents words and decided to go ahead with it since that is her duty as a princess afterall. And if she was going to do it, she was going to do it right.
So she had arrived at the Azure kingdom earlier along with her father before the auction begins but she has decided not to go into the auction with her father in order to avoid bumping into King Levi. Instead she had chose stay in her guest room in the south while her handmaiden get her ready for the banquet.
Yes, the banquet. That is the most important.
She has to be prepared and make a good first impression on Levi when they finally meet and also outshine all the other princesses because she knows she won't be the only one vying for his attention tonight.
Her father had told her all the other princesses were also invited as well and it may also be for the same reason as her.
But she was pretty sure none of them would be able to stand up to her tonight because she believed she was still one of the most beautiful princesses of Midgard.
She was well educated and proficient in the art of war and strategy and her magic powers were great too. She was sure, Levi wouldn't be able to resist her charms when he see her later and be pleased to have her as his queen.
Chusi smiled to herself and glided the rest of the stairs down with her head held high and her nose in the air. She caught some of the princes staring at her with lust in their eyes. Of course, they'd stare. She doesn't have to be told before she knows she looks beautiful, especially beautiful tonight.
Chusi's chest swelled with pride.
Maintening her cool and elegant demeanor, she let gaze wandered among the crowd searching for him. She had never met him before, but from the description she got, she was pretty sure he won't be that hard to spot in the crowd.
Unfortunately for her, her excitement was cut short as another man blocked her way as she reached the bottom of the stairs.
"Hello princess. Long time no see" Prince Kieran of Wyvern Kingdom offered his hand in greeting while maintaining a radiant smile on his face.
Chusi, who'd been suddenly blocked froze and look at the man in front of her for a moment before face collapse immediately.
This darned prince! what was he doing here?
She offered him her hand with a stiff smile while he kissed her knuckles. "What are you doing here, prince Kieran?" she asked while hurriedly withdrawing her hand in irritation.
Out of all the places she'd expected to meet him. She hadn't expected it would be here where she has a mission to complete.
"Now, that's a weird question, my lady. Everyone is here for the yearly auction, right? How can i miss it especially when I know I'll be seeing you here after hearing all the princesse of Midgard got invited too." Kieran replied with a smile. He was so happy to see her again after being apart for such a long time.
Chusi had the urge to wipe that stupid smile off his face. "Yes. I mean, i thought you were still traveling the realms. I didn't expect to see you here."
"I already returned not so long ago, my princess. I've been so anxious to meet you." Kieran said in enthusiasm.
Chusi was about to reply when a commotion in the hall caught her attention.
She watched, as everyone else does as the most handsome man she'd ever seen walked into the banquet hall.
The god-like man looked ethereal and regal draped in his gold and white tunic and cape. He was tall and broad shouldered and has a powerful aura around him that commanded the attention of everyone in the hall.
The hall was thrown into a frenzy as the princesses who has never laid eyes on him before began going Gaga while some swarm towards him and chatted excitedly among themselves. They've heard of King Levi before, but nobody told them he was this drop-dead gorgeous. As no describtion they'd heard before do justice to what they're seeing now.
Chusi was still wondering who this man was, when she heard some royals and nobles greeting him, addressed him as King Levi. She was stunned frozen in place. She couldn't believe her ears.
She'd heard king Levi was handsome but she hadn't actually expected his level of handsomeness to be completely out of this world.
He looked like a Greek god, his power and beauty easily overshadowing that of everyone else in the room. And all the ladies were practically drooling.
Kieran noticed her staring and tried to get back her attention. "Princess Chusi?"
But when she looked back at Kieran, she was dazes for a second and then panicked when she realized they were still standing together.
They can't be seen together!
She immediately forced a smile. "Prince Kieran, let's talk later and i think it's best if you don't approach me at all in this banquet. As you can see, my father is here too and I wouldn't want him to misunderstand anything. I have to go now, have a lovely night."
Before Kieran could reply, she has already rushed along with the bevy of women to approach Levi. Kieran was left speechless staring at her back as she hurried away from him.
What the hell?
Levi carried himself with a natural grace as he made his way Into the banquet hall with Jasper by his side creating a powerful and intimidating presence. But that still doesn't stop most of the ladies from approaching him trying to get his attention even though they'd witnessed how ruthless he could be at the auction earlier, that still doesn't stop them.
Levi walked quickly through the crowd, replying to greetings politely and avoiding the ladies as much as he possible.
He made his way to his father who was having a discussion with the King drake on another table, leaving jasper behind to deal with the women trying to approach him.