It was a joyous day for people of Vermillion kingdom.The return of the warrior who succedeed in ending the war that lasted for 10 years was greeted with cheers and flowers by the people.Among the returning heroes, Luna's name was cheered repeatedly by those who were there.
Luna, is a hero who has ended the war by defeating and capturing the neighboring kingdom King.The title Luna was given because of her fast movements like disappearing in the shadows and dancing under the moon.Despite the joy of others, Luna or her real name Elaine felt the slightest bit unhappy.10 years she devoted herself to the battlefield,how many lives were lost.She could not imagine the sadness of the people they loved mourning their passing.Not only that, while carrying out her mission, she was also cursed by a female witch while saving her comrades-in-arms.
"I cursed you, the shield will never open until you realize the solution!" the witch shouted. It's been 9 years, the shield she wears is still attached to her body without any signs of rust or openness.At first, she felt difficult, she couldn't even take a bath because she couldn't open it. Over time,she accepted her fate and took a bath as usual even though her skin was now a shield wrapped around her body.Inside the shield, Elaine just let out a long sigh. How did she want to find a solution if that was all the witch said.
"Commander, do you want to go back first or meet the king?" asked the vice commander, Iliya.
"You all go home. I went to the king." replied Elaine.
"But how can it be like that, captain." said Iliya again.
Before Iliya had time to say more, Elaine immediately interrupted and said, "You all are smelly! This is my command. Go back. I know what to say to the king.". Elaine immediately chased them away like they're cats.
As soon as the members left,She immediately beat her horse and moved to the Vermillion Palace quickly. Time is golden. Not a single minute should be wasted.
VERMILLION CASTLE
"COMMANDER ELAINE FACING HIS MAJESTY JULIUS"
Elaine immediately knelt down before the king. He told all his reports as well as the events on the battlefield. None of them were left behind.
"Good job, Elaine or Luna." Annoyed King Julius.
"If my lord wants to call me like that, it's up to you. If there is nothing, i wish to go back home ." said Elaine as she got up and saluted King Julius before leaving.
"Wait a minute, Not so fast...For your hard work, I present you with the title of duke and the northern region. Take care of your area." King Julius decreed.
Members of parliament comprising upper-class aristocrats clapped their hands and congratulated him.
Behind the congratulations, there are those who smile sarcastically and there are also those who look at him sympathetically.
The northern area is a habitat for monsters. Its geographical position and sometimes uncertain weather make its residents live in poverty. Rich or wealthy people can be counted using fingers.
The king's directly give the title of duke and bestow the Northern region on Elaine seemed to mean that she was no longer needed or discarded in a marginalized way. But King Julius thought otherwise. With Elaine's leadership, the North can become advanced and its people can live prosperously.
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That night, a banquet was held and all the nobles were invited to Vermillion's palace.
The star of the banquet that night was Elaine,who still wearing her shield.
"Wahh~Look, Luna looks very grand. Even though she doesn't wear formal clothes, she still shines," said a woman who admires her. Elaine was crowded. For 2 hours she entertained them, finally she decided to go out to take the wind and rest.
Elaine walked until she reached the garden. She didn't realize there was a young man there before she sat down and took a deep breath.
Hmmm~hmmm~
Elaine hummed while looking at the moon. Under the moonlight, Elaine looked very beautiful even though her face and body were covered with shields.
KRAK!
Elaine immediately got up and took a guard position.
"WHO'S THERE?!"Shouted Elaine.
"Whoa~I'm not a suspicious person. Don't worry. I'm a guest too." said the young man.
"Actually, I was here first before you came but you look in deep thought so I don't want to disturb you." said the young man again.
Elaine immediately calmed down her body. She looked at the young man for a long time. The two of them stared at each other before Elaine decided to go back to banquet. How could she not notice there was someone here?!
Suddenly her hand was held from behind. The young man held her hand. The young man had purple blue eyes, thin lips, beautifully formed eyebrows and a clearly visible jaw. The young man was indeed handsome. For a moment, Elaine's heart skipped a fast and strong beat.
"Ah! Sorry! Ahahahahahah reflex....." said the young man awkwardly.
Elaine just raised her hand, a sign of forgiveness and immediately walked away.
Who would have thought that night would be a beautiful day for Elaine in the future.