Mary Kesley who was standing behind William Mackenzie with Vincent who was also watching the monitor could certainly see how agitated the general was. However, they remained silent, not responding.Suddenly William got up from the chair, "Vincent, we're going home."Mary's eyes widened, "General?"William sighed and smiled faintly at the beautiful girl who looked shocked. "James is not like Jody, Mary."He paused for a moment before continuing, "And Riley ... he must have known what he was doing, along with the risks. I'm sure he's thought things through and I think he can handle himself.""But, General. Isn't their closeness very dangerous?" Mary asked, who still looked confused.William shook his head, "That's true, but what I saw earlier was enough to show that ... those two kids are becoming friends. That's different from Jody and me in the past."Vincent, William's personal bodyguard was just as confused as Mary. Until then he who was worried about his young master also said, "Sir
William, feeling he had no choice, finally said, "Your Royal Highness, I apologize in advance.""You must have been very surprised to see me. I ... entered the palace only to see the condition of my son, who was participating in the selection process for future soldiers," William continued.Rowena frowned but still said nothing."The palace does not allow prospective soldiers to contact their families. You must also know that their cell phones are confiscated. But, Your Highness ... as a father, I am very concerned about my son's condition, I want to see him, if only for a moment, to make sure he is okay," William explained at length.Rowena looked at the middle-aged man and took in his appearance.His appearance is clean and not suspicious. He looks like a pretty noble guy. Oh, maybe he's a businessman. Rowena Wellington thought."Then how did you get into the palace? Security is very tight and this area ... not many people know about it. Who told you? Were palace staff involved?" Row
William Mackenzie's two bright brown eyes immediately rounded in surprise, not expecting to hear those words from a king's daughter he had just seen in person.Vincent, the personal bodyguard of the former greatest general of the war, also looked shocked, but he still managed to control his emotions.Meanwhile, Rowena Wellington stared at the legend with a gaze that suddenly glittered with admiration. It was as if the eighteen-year-old girl had just met a star that the youth admired."Your Highness, you ... know about my son and me? But how is that possible?" William said in an incredulous tone.Rowena, who had been looking dumbfounded, immediately recognized herself and cleared her throat to regain her dignity as a member of the royal family, "I actually ... I found out by accident."William's thick eyebrows knitted together and he squinted at the princess curiously, "By accident, Your Highness? How so? You ...."Rowena waved her hand, "I'll tell you."William's lips curled slightly i
In just a few seconds a large monitor in the center displayed an image that zoomed in only on the two suspected intruders.Andrew Reece squinted and examined the image carefully. In just a few seconds, the look on his face that had been unfriendly due to the annoyance caused by the two intruders now turned bright."General Mackenzie," he said incredulously.As soon as he said the legend's name, everyone in the room immediately took notice of the monitor. One of the officers who was about fifty years old also said, "You're right, General Reece. It really is General Mackenzie.""Oh my! He's in the palace."Someone else interjected, "But, what was General Mackenzie doing in the palace?"Andrew Reece suddenly smiled and said, "We'll find out soon enough."The man then gave the order, "Check every corner of the palace. Find anything that indicates his presence!""Yes, General Reece!" all the more than ten officers in the surveillance room replied.The man also ordered his other men, "Tell K
The staff replied cautiously, "I don't know, Your Majesty. Princess Rowena only walked in the same direction and back the way she came within a few minutes.""She was also seen walking by avoiding roads with guards and also areas with many CCTV cameras installed," he further explained.All his words could be proven by the video footage that was then played.Keannu Wellington's face immediately turned red. He was not only angry at his daughter for breaking the palace rules, but also embarrassed that his daughter's actions were known by many people. However, Andrew Reece said quickly, "Princess Rowena may have seen General Mackenzie, Your Majesty.""We can have a good talk with Princess Rowena, Your Majesty," Greg chimed in to try and cool down Keannu who was already angry.Keannu turned to the two men and reluctantly let out a long breath. The king with reddened eyes then ordered, "General Reece, you can talk to my daughter. I ... I can't talk to her right now. My anger could be explo
The war general replied, "I apologize in advance for my impudence, but everything I ask has the permission of King Keannu."Monica grinned in surprise, getting more and more curious but she chose to listen without intending to interrupt. Meanwhile, as she turned to her daughter, she could see that Rowena looked nervous.Oh, what did you just do, kid? You didn't do anything against the palace rules did you? Monica thought."Just tell me! I'll answer if I can," Rowena said in a calm tone despite the fact that she was very nervous."We found CCTV footage of you heading towards the south door. What were you doing there, Your Highness?" Andrew asked in a serious tone.Monica who heard that immediately opened her mouth, "What? The southern palace door?""What are you doing there, Rowena?" the queen asked as she turned to her daughter.Rowena was not only surprised, but her face had instantly turned pale. "H-how can there be ....""We installed CCTV cameras at several new points, Your Highnes
Rowena, who was still a teenage girl, replied without hesitation, "Unfortunately he did not tell me his son's name, General Reece."She was still determined to follow the war general's wishes.Andrew Reece held his breath, still trying to hope even though it was somewhat difficult, "Or perhaps he mentioned which dormitory he was in, Your Highness?"Rowena wore a regretful expression with a serious look in her eyes."No, General Reece. He doesn't even know where his son is. He hasn't had a chance to see him yet, perhaps because the palace is so large that he has trouble finding his son," Rowena explained with a shrug.Andrew smiled faintly, hiding the disappointment that had just hit his chest.The War General he used to serve for all those years had set foot back into the palace, but he didn't even bother to tell him. What was wrong with him? Did he not deserve to be told? All these questions, of course, could only be answered by William Mackenzie himself.However, how could he ask t
Andrew Reece was naturally surprised by the question from the king's eldest daughter. It was unusual for the princess to be concerned with matters of the palace. In fact, it could be said that Rowena Wellington didn't really care about anything other than herself. However, Andrew now realized that the princess' change had been visible since last night. Precisely when Rowena witnessed what happened in De Frost Forest.What exactly happened? Andrew couldn't guess the princess' reason."Why are you looking at me like that?" Rowena looked back at Andrew with her defensive gaze.Andrew shook his head, "I apologize if I made you uncomfortable, Your Highness. I'm just surprised that you are now starting to pay attention to palace matters."Rowena winked, turned her gaze around and was now looking at her mother who was also looking at her."What's wrong, Mom?" Rowena asked, starting to get a bit anxious if her attitude was making the people around her suspicious.Monica replied, "Just like G
"Yes, Mr. Chesnut," Camelia replied, almost gnashing her teeth in annoyance."Y-you're sure? Is it really my name? Did the king say my name?" Jim asked as he pointed at himself with his right index finger.Uh, it looks like Camelia will have to practice her patience even more. Because, the main soldiers standing nearby were apparently not as smart as they should be.Perhaps, they were only physically strong. But, when it comes to thinking, it seems to be very, very slow, Camelia thought with a frown. "Yes, Mr. Chesnut. You have been asked to appear before the king," Camelia replied.Jim was stunned. "Is that for real? This feels like ...."Before Camelia Hart could answer Jim Chesnut's question, Ludor Flee, who couldn't contain his curiosity, asked, "What orders, Miss?""Special orders? How is that possible?" Dylan Chick also wanted to know.Camelia, who didn't want to be in that area for long, immediately replied, "Of course it's out of my control. I mean ... what the order was onl
The young maid whose full name was Camelia Hart immediately lowered her head and replied timidly, "No, Your Majesty.""Yes, Your Majesty. I ... go first," Camelia said.The young girl turned to her companions, giving a code which was an invitation to leave the king's residence.The servants nodded and were about to follow Camelia. However, before they could take a step they heard Xylan's voice saying, "You stay here."They immediately turned around and with confused expressions stood silently. Meanwhile, the astonished Camelia Hart opened her mouth, "Your Majesty, I-""The one I ordered to meet Jim Chesnut was you, Camelia. As for them ... well, I still need them here," Xylan explained.Xylan's words seemed odd because he usually didn't want to be served without Camelia, but as if to reassure that there was nothing strange there Xylan hurriedly said, "I have something I want to do and I think they can help me. You ... just do the job f
Xylan Wellington did not immediately answer Ronald Wings' question. The viceroy looked thoughtful with furrowed brows."I ... can't confirm that yet," Xylan said, sounding hesitant.Ronald bit his lower lip. Uh, his words were actually the same as accusing one of the servants of betraying the king. Because, only the servant who was around at the time of his conversation with the king. However, all of the king's servants who were close to them at that time were women. Ronald felt that he had spoken wrongly.But, just as he was about to open his mouth to correct his words, Xylan said, "I will do something to check."Ronald widened his eyes, looking shocked. "Your Majesty, I beg your forgiveness. What I said earlier-""What you said could have happened. Well, I think I have to consider many things. So, it's not a big deal if I have to check on the maids," Xylan cut off Ronald's words.The twenty-seven-year-old soldier blinked, looking surprised that Xylan could read what he was thinkin
James shook his head, "I can't say right now."Reiner immediately let out a disappointed sigh. "You are ... making us curious.""Right, why can't you say it now?" Ben asked with a curious expression."Can't you give us just a little ... bright spot?" Shin tried to persuade hopefully.James chuckled softly, "Sorry, I really can't tell you guys right now, but ... I'm sure it won't be long before we know everything."Diego gave him an unsure look, "Will it be us or will it be you?"James flashed a bright smile, "Of course we all will.""I don't believe it," Alen said quickly.The war general blinked repeatedly and looked at each of his good friends with a puzzled look.He then pointed at himself with his right index finger and said, "You think I'm lying? Since when did I lie or break my promise?"Ben frowned and looked thoughtful. He looked up as if he was considering something.An exasperated James said, "Damn it! Do you have to think just to answer a simple question?"Diego held back a
Ben immediately grimaced. Meanwhile, Alen and Shin laughed crisply together. Then, Diego pretended to look up.However, Reiner boldly replied, "It's not about feeling sorry for you. I ... just think Riley is too much."James clucked his tongue and took the empty seat next to Diego who immediately turned to him with the same look."That's his right," James replied, sounding casual."Rights? What right do you mean, the right to put his best friend in trouble?" Reiner replied cluelessly.James shrugged, "I've been causing him trouble for the past few years as well."Shin widened his eyes, "Hey, what are you talking about? What trouble? He-""I left this palace and let Riley handle all the problems in this kingdom by herself. I mean ... I know you guys have always been there for him and so many great warriors have helped him, but ... yeah it's still hard for him," James explained after cutting off Shin's words that he hadn't finished yet.
Reiner frowned when he saw James' expression which he found very strange. Moreover, he also saw how James' lips suddenly formed a smile."What's wrong with you?" Reiner finally chose to ask.James once again smiled at Reiner, making Reiner wink.Reiner also got goosebumps instantly. "What's wrong with you? Don't tell me you're going crazy, James!"A sigh was immediately heard from James. He snorted in exasperation, "Damn it! I still have hopes of meeting Riley, even if it's not now. Why should I go crazy?"Hearing that, Reiner let out a sigh of relief. Because, James' nagging was one of the ways that showed that his good friend was really just fine. "Then, why are you being like that? Smiling horribly. Very strange, just so you know! Not like your usual self," Reiner explained, who still looked a bit horrified.James grinned again, revealing his row of clean teeth. He then said, "Oh, it's about Gary Davis. You ... just made me realize something, Rei.""Realized? About what?" Reiner a
Instead of answering James Gardner's question, Xylan Wellington said, "I ... I know what you're trying to say, General Gardner."Great, so what's the answer? Reiner thought, starting to feel lazy.James raised an eyebrow, "Yes, Your Majesty?"Xylan sighed softly, then closed his eyes for a few seconds. After regaining control of himself he replied, "It was my negligence, General Gardner.""Negligence? About what, Your Majesty?" James asked, sounding like he wanted a clearer answer."My sister. I ... know she has done wrong," Xylan said quietly.The viceroy bowed his head for a few seconds, while James remained silent, waiting for him to speak again.And without James pressing him, Xylan said, "I've actually noticed something strange about her. This ... even, before you set out to find my brother-in-law again, General Gardner."James' eyes widened instantly, but he still refrained from commenting.Xylan cleared his throat softly before continuing, "But ... even when I felt something wa
Hearing the new war general's question, Xylan Wellington laughed awkwardly.It was a laugh that didn't really come off, in fact, it sounded so strange that it made anyone who heard the viceroy's laughter confused.Reiner also looked at Xylan with a strange gaze while James did not even blink. The look in his eyes showed a demand.A demand for an explanation from Xylan regarding what he had just said.When he saw that urgent questioning look, Xylan finally stopped laughing. He cleared his throat softly before saying, "Hm ... I know from the main soldier.""The main soldier?" James repeated as he frowned.Xylan gulped and smiled clumsily, "The king's court soldiers, General Gardner."Oh, that wasn't really what James meant. He knew without even asking that the main soldiers were the palace soldiers specifically assigned to escort and guard him.There were usually five of them and one of them was required to stay by his side
James Gardner remained silent, giving no clear answer to Reiner's question.An immediate anxiety struck the ground war commander. Not wanting to be ignored by James, Reiner asked again, "James, tell me. Are you going to stay in the palace? You're not going to leave, right?"He looked anxiously at James who was staring out the car window. However, after he waited patiently enough he finally heard James answer, "I don't know."Reiner's heart was like being hit by a rock instantly."So ... are you leaving?" the man asked in a tone that sounded disappointed."It depends."Reiner, who was still staring at James, raised an eyebrow, looking confused, "Depends on what?"James sighed softly, "It depends on King Xylan's answer."Reiner was getting more and more confused. However, he did not have time to ask further as the car they were in had already entered the main gate of the Ans De Lou Royal palace. Even so, Reiner still did not want to give up so easily so he continued to stick to James e