Chapter 214 – Republic of Elbrancia
#214.
The inside of the eggplant was pleasant.
It is so huge that it is hard to believe that it is one of the countless branches of a tree, and the clear air that cleanses the mind with every breath gives the illusion of being in another world.
But more than anything else, what caught their attention was a blonde elf wearing a green dress made of plants.
The transparent green eyes, like fresh green, gave the illusion of seeing nature itself.
“Welcome. I am Ariel Sabrina, the former head of the Sabrina family and the current representative of the Elbrancia Republic. Welcome to visit.”
As far as Gaon knew, the woman in front of him had lived for a long time, to the extent that even as a high elf, it was said that she had entered her twilight years.
And over that long period of time, as he completely digested the power of the World Tree, he is a transcendental person who has reached the highest level of 11 stars.
Even so, I didn’t feel any pressure or energy.
Although it is said to have almost disappeared these days, slave hunters who were said to have ridden it in the past would mistake it for a weak and beautiful elf and attempt to capture it.
I must have been staring too hard as she turned her eyes towards Gaon. And when her eyes meet, she smiles kindly.
Gaon slightly nodded her head to say hello, and at the same time, the 2nd prince opened her mouth while bowing.
“I am Adelio Pentra, the second prince of the Pentra Empire. It is an honor to meet the High Elves, the incarnation of the World Tree.”
“You don’t have to be so polite. This visit is for friendship between the two countries. There is no reason for either side to take a low profile. All I want is for you to accept everything you see, hear, and feel in this country for what it is. We’ll talk about work later. We have a welcome dinner party in the evening, so until then, rest in peace. Levine Family Owner will guide you.”
“Thank you for your consideration. Then I’ll see you again in the evening.”
Fortunately, the conversation didn’t last long. The two made a promise to talk later and came out of the top branch, guided by Ariel’s gesture.
This time, it seems that they did not travel a very long distance, so they moved on foot without riding on the leaves of the World Tree.
When I went down the wooden stairs, I saw a comfortable space that was a little less than the place where Ariel was staying, but still not inferior.
As I was crossing the wide hallway, a person passing by was captured from afar.
Leading her was a young elf woman, conversing cordially with her escort knight standing right next to her.
“Tsk…”
At the same time, the family guide who was guiding the party saw the two of them and clicked his tongue quietly. Wrinkles between the eyebrows indicate that it is quite uncomfortable to plant.
It was a very small sound, but there was no person here who could not hear it. The woman passing by also twitched her ears and turned her head to stare here.
“Father.”
“Outside of Limien, call me the head of household. Where else would she go?”
“… I was out to get some fresh air.”
Levine’s eyes narrowed. His gaze turned to the knight standing behind Li Mian. It was because it was obvious that he was trying to enjoy a date under the pretext of going for a walk.
Even if it wasn’t for the family head, everyone here could notice it through the atmosphere.
“Whoa… I have to guide the guests first, so see you later.”
“Yes…”
The owner of the house is such a valuable guest that he has to personally guide them. In the first place, Rimi Endo must have heard about the second prince’s visit, so she obediently bowed her head in agreement.
Just as they were about to pass by, the silent knight opened his mouth.
“You… Are you Hayeon?”
“Brother…”
He is over 180 tall and has broad shoulders. It was said that he was a national judo representative, but he was definitely as good as his physical skills.
Although their faces are insignificant, their resemblance to Ha-yeon tells us that they are blood relatives.
Li Mien, who bowed her head, and Liva, who was looking down at her in a pitiful way, looked at the two as if to her surprise.
He doesn’t like something, but since he’s with the second prince, it’s hard to say anything.
When the awkward atmosphere settled down, Chorin smiled happily and pushed her on the shoulder of Hayeon.
“Ha Yeon-ah, what are you doing? Go.”
“Oh, yes! Sister.”
Taking her first step at her touch, she came to her senses and walked to the dodo and stood in front of her brother. Unlike usual, her eyes, which were always full of mischief, were calm and wet.
Her brother, who at a glance gave the impression of being blunt and firm, was no different.
As soon as he checked her whole body with her worried eyes, he smiled brightly and hugged Ha-yeon as soon as he confirmed that she was fine and unscathed.
“Ha Yeon-ah, you are safe! Thank god. Thank god!”
“I’m glad your brother is okay too. I miss you.”
The world of weak meat. The brother and sister, who suddenly fell apart without any connection, shed tears of joy at her reunion after 3 years.
I don’t want to see Ha-yeon in the arms of another man, but she’s still her family, so she specifically agrees to allow it.
Had it been like that for about a minute? Ha-yeon patted her brother on the back and slipped out of her arms.
“Honestly, I never thought my brother would become a knight. I am a little surprised.”
“… It’s hard to find her family as a wanderer. I thought that becoming a Sabrina family knight would find her sooner.”
“I see. Good job. Really.”
It is very difficult to adapt to this unfamiliar world and become strong enough to become a knight without anyone’s help.
Ha-yeon cried as if she was sad just imagining how great the hard work must have been.
Her brother just stroked her hair.
“Don’t cry. I’m fine.”
“Huh… I won’t cry.”
As if he couldn’t show her brother crying, he quickly wiped her face, then smiled.
And after a while, as the joy of her reunion faded a little, Ha-yeon’s brother looked at Levine and took an example, as if he had noticed the surrounding situation.
“… Thank you for waiting. Lord. And His Highness, the 2nd Prince.”
“Done. I have no intention of arguing about that at a reunion with her family. However, since guidance is given first, let’s talk separately afterward.”
Contrary to her stern and strict appearance, Levine showed her own consideration and gave instructions.
Of course, the 2nd prince didn’t care at all and just threw her words playfully.
“Haha! I’m fine. In fact, it was something she already knew. Congratulations on reuniting with her brother.”
“Thank you. Majesty.”
When the situation was roughly settled, Levine spoke to Li Mian.
“Now that it has come to this, Li Mi En, let you guide her companions, including the escort knight’s younger brother, to her residence. What do you think, His Highness the Prince?”
“Well, of course it doesn’t matter. However, they are my important business partners, so please treat them accordingly.”
“I will. Then let’s go.”
“Yes. Gaon Kyung. Then we’ll see you again tomorrow.”
As he lowered his head, the 2nd Prince followed Levine. As the escort knights and servants disappeared together, the corridor was empty at once.
Then Li Mian stepped forward.
“Then, the three of you, please follow me.”
“Please guide me.”
She glanced at her Ha-yeon while facing Ga-on, who answered as a representative. Looking at her appearance from before, it seems that she has a somewhat strange relationship with her brother, but it seems to be bothering her.
They seem to think that maybe they will become a family, but it’s impossible to think of it normally. It was because there was no way that Ariel, who ruled the Republic of Elbrancia, would marry the daughter of Sabrina, the head of the family, to a stranger with no particular background.
The family head is a person with a good personality, so he won’t openly intimidate Ha-joon, but marriage is a completely different matter.
That is, of course, assuming he did not intervene. If things go as planned, it could have a different outcome.
While Gaon was thinking about the various variables that would arise, Li Mi-en, who was walking ahead of her, quietly spoke to Ha-yeon.
“I… , You said you were Hayeon, right?”
“Yes! This is Joo Ha-yeon. It sounds like her brother owes a lot to you, thank you so much!”
“Oh, no. Rather, I received a lot of help from Ha Joon-kyung. I always count on you.”
As Li Mien said, she looked at Ha Jun with her gentle eyes. What was conveyed through those eyes was a shy affection that was fresh.
Ha-yeon also noticed it and playfully raised the tail of her mouth.
And just as she was about to open her mouth,
“Lady Limian. Im here.”
Hajun intervened.
She wonders if Ha-yeon and she have been together for 20 years, so she understands her playfulness. Before she can tease Li Mi-en, she quickly blocks it and points at her.
“Oh, we have already arrived. This is the room for the man to stay. He won’t be short of being alone. Please let me know if you have any problems.”
The room was neither extremely large nor too small. Actually, even the three of us could get along if we compromised to a certain extent, so it’s not bad.
But the problem was something else. Hayeon shook her head violently enough to make her hum.
“Not here!”
“Yes? Why?”
“It’s not enough for the three of us to live together. I have no intention of falling out with her former master.”
At those words, Li Mian and Ha Jun tilted their heads. Then, after thinking for a moment, Li Mi-en looked around at her Gaon party and bowed her head, as if she understood what she meant.
“Ah… ! Uh, did you? I didn’t know that the three of you were lovers. Sorry.”
“Are you okay! Please guide me in a group of three.”
“Yes, follow me.”
Li Mian, who turns her around and takes a step. However, before her feet touched the ground three times, Ha-jun’s loud cry rang out.
“For a moment!!”
He looked quite shocked.
It was not easy for him, still obsessed with common sense as an earthling, to accept the fact that his lovely youngest sister was one of the lovers of a certain man.
He clenched his fists and trembled, glaring at Gaon with one eye.
“Is that true? You, my sister… !”
If anyone sees it, they will know that they were forced to commit it. Gaon sighed at the sight of her distorting her face as if she had been humiliated.
“Calm down for now. Ha-yeon and I are dating with good feelings for each other. I understand the suddenness, but please stop talking and acting as if you have done something big.”
Gaon’s tone was also not good. As her older brother, you know that Ha-jun cares about her sister, but Ha-yeon still has free will.
Even if it’s a family, you don’t have the right to deny the work you chose.
She wanted to realize it, but Ha-jun’s attitude was still the same. He pointed at Ha-yeon and poured out her words as if to vomit her ardor.
“Are you saying that you are sharing the same room with this child! It seems like it’s always been like that, but do you have something to say!”
Parents say that their children are always children. Likewise, to Ha-jun, Ha-yeon is always a small and precious younger sister to protect.
Through the actions of Gaon and the others, he must have noticed that all progress had already been made in the unhealthy direction.
‘It’s a headache.’
Work got really annoying. I expected it, but the reaction was bigger than I thought, so all the logical words I had prepared were useless.
While thinking about how to convince this bear-like man, Ha-yeon stepped forward.
“Brother, why are you meddling! I take care of my business!”
“Hayeon, you are missing. Because I am talking to this person.”
“Why am I falling? That’s my story do it with me! I love you, Master!”
There is nothing wrong with Hayeon’s words.
However, despite the momentum of her confidently standing on her waist and declaring, Ha-joon’s interest went the other way.
“Master? Could it be that he asked you to call him that?”
Now it feels like my eyes are burning. To him, Gaon had become a pervert, forcing his sister into all sorts of grotesque sexual preferences.
Recalling the porn videos that comforted his tired mind and overheated body while training during his school days, he couldn’t stand it any longer and pointed at Gaon.
“You guys can’t forgive me! Follow me to the training room right now! I’ll show you the hot taste!”
Reminds me of the old hayeon. She, too, had a very fiery personality. Because they were her siblings, there was a resemblance.
Gaon, of course, has a calm expression.
“You mean to fight? Why should I?”
“Under! Avoid to avoid. Instead, you will never see Ha-yeon again.”
Hajun was very confident, as if he couldn’t lose. After thinking about it for a while, Gaon accepted her offer thinking that there was nothing wrong with it.
“Let’s do it. Instead, if I win, please don’t get involved in my relationship with Ha-yeon from now on. You just have to keep it.”
“You really should go then and don’t cling to Ha-yeon. Miss Limian. I’m sorry, but I’ll defer the guidance to a later date. Let’s go!”
“Oh! Wait a minute Ha Joon-kyung!”
Li Mian tried to say something, but he, whose eyes had already turned, stomped as if he couldn’t see them and walked toward the training room.
After looking at the back for a while, Ha-yeon approached and whispered.
“Master! Don’t hesitate and beat your brother! Got it?”
“… Okay.”
Gaon replied by bending his neck from side to side.
