As the day came to a close, the negotiations between King Paul Aureus II and Duke George Evera III fell apart. This was because Franz, the golden child of the Evera family, declined the opportunity to serve as the Princess's Royal Blade.
The Royal Blade
The pinnacle of loyalty, strength, and dedication.
More than just a mere guard, they are a symbol of the kingdom's commitment to protecting its most precious treasure: the princess. Chosen from among the seven esteemed dukedom families, the Royal Blade embodies the unity and strength of the kingdom's most powerful houses.
"Haah… how unfortunate,"
As the royal family sat at the dinner table, the empty chair seemed to stand out large, a physical reminder of the day's disappointments.
King Paul sighed heavily, pushing his barely touched plate away.
"It is unfortunate, indeed," Queen Azura murmured, her eyes filled with concern as she glanced between her husband and daughter.
