Chapter 236 – The Emissary
[Her Highness Prince Adelio Pentra is entering!]
With a loud introduction, the door opened, revealing the whole view of the party hall. Gaon followed the second prince and took a look inside.
‘Nothing special.’
As with any welcome ceremony, there was a place for the emperor’s family and the dragon princess, the representative of the delegation, to sit.
Beneath it, an orchestra was showing off their lively performances, and in front was a food court and tables for dining.
And next to it, it was a party hall with a very standard interior with a balcony for separate meetings.
As they followed the 2nd prince to the high table, the dragon princess, who had been conversing with her 1st prince, turned her attention to them.
“Nice to meet you. My name is Himiris Dracania. Please take care of me.”
“This is Adelio Pentra. It is an honor to see the dragon princess. I can’t believe the rumors floating around.”
Everyone is afraid of their own evaluation, but it is the law to expect it. The fact that rumors about her were circulating within her empire made Himiris widen her vertically-slit blue eyes.
“If it’s a rumor…”
“There are rumors that she is a beautiful woman of the Gyeongguk area. Looking at it now, I can’t stand it even if I search the whole world, not just one country. Rumors are underestimated. Haha!”
“Oh… Thank you for the compliment. The prince is also handsome.”
At Adelio’s flattering praise, Himiris laughed, making her blush. It is always a pleasure to hear that a woman is beautiful.
The two continued their conversation so naturally that it was hard to believe that it hadn’t even been a minute since they said hello.
Her first prince, who had been talking to her until just now, had fallen into the care of her borrowed barley sack.
‘That’s amazing.’
It seems that the official was born first. Considering that she was unilaterally pushed aside by the first prince before the second prince, who had good social skills and had not bad abilities, cooperated with Gaon.
Seizing a chance as if to make up for her humiliation so far, Adelio did not tolerate even the slightest gap with her first prince.
If she interrupted from time to time, she quickly changed the topic and made it difficult to follow.
“I went to the Republic of Elbrancia not too long ago. Certainly, the World Tree is amazing. It felt like all the waste from my body was washed away just by breathing.”
“Is it so? I wonder how you feel. The World Tree is one of the few remaining divinities in the Union. I want to see you sometime too.”
“Haven’t you visited the Republic of Elbrancia yet? The Emperor of Dracania said he cared for Himiris, so it must have been true.”
Himiris is about the same age as Rivera.
As a Yongin, he could barely be recognized as an adult, but it was strange that he hadn’t visited the Republic of Elbrancia yet, even though he had lived for so many years.
When the 2nd prince jokingly said that, Himiris replied with a smile.
“Huh, I think it’s because I’m the youngest with a big age gap. Obama is too overprotective. How is Adelio?”
“Well, as you can see, I am quite free. He leaves me to do most of the things on my own.”
“IM jealous.”
Before we knew it, we became comfortable calling each other. Gaon felt a strange premonition. The two people in front of you right now might be tied together by a special kite.
‘Anyway, there’s no Rivera.’
The seat next to Himiris must have been reserved for Grand Duke Rivera. But the place was now vacant.
Just as I was tilting my head wondering if I was not participating in the welcome ceremony, Rivera appeared.
Himiris immediately stood up to welcome him.
“Ribera! Welcome. It’s a little late.”
“Yes. It took me a while to put on the dress. It looks like you’re wearing it for nothing.”
Rivera frowned as if she was uncomfortable. She was well dressed in her blue dress.
Her personality is the worst, but as befits her appearance, she is more beautiful than anyone else in this place.
Her dress, in particular, was a shape that exposed her upper breasts, and the deep cleavage made her feel like she wanted to pierce her nose at any moment.
It is uneasy as if the front of the front that accommodates the huge breasts that are about to burst will tear at any moment. The skin that pulsated violently until she exhaled was enchanting.
“Huh, Rivera is also true. Rather, I will introduce you from here. I am Highness Adelio Pentra, the 2nd Prince of the Pentra Empire. This is Rivera Dracanis. I am the grand duke of the Drakania Empire.”
“I look forward to.”
“… Yes. Please take care of me.”
Following Himiris’ introduction, the 2nd Prince and Rivera shook hands.
Then, her eyes glanced at Adelio and then turned to Gaon. It was such a calm gaze that I couldn’t tell what he was thinking.
I couldn’t find any anger in his eyes, so much so that I wondered if he had forgotten what happened at the auction the other day.
Rivera, who greeted her second prince, then introduced her first prince, and then she took her seat.
“Hmm… Himiris. In case I did something wrong… ?”
“No. Rivera is such a person by nature, so she doesn’t have to be too cautious. Yes?”
Rivera simply shook her head to express her intentions.
Then, seeing the sight of him sipping wine in front of him as if he was alone, the 2nd prince turned off his nerves and focused on chatting with Himiris.
As we were having such a friendly conversation, the party hall started to fill up with people.
It was also at that time that Hirencia entered.
‘Beautiful.’
Unlike her usual knight uniform, she wore a fancy red dress and showed off a beauty like a single rose.
As her thin, long fingers ran through her hair, the light from her ceiling shimmered and reflected.
From the steps you take to the natural gaze. All of it caught my eye. There is grace in every movement.
She entered with the Duke and went out onto her balcony, where she watched the night sky and sipped the wine brought by the attendant.
Seeing her strangely lonely appearance while thoroughly excluding anyone else’s approach, she wanted to run and share a drink with him right away.
However, he couldn’t do that because he was just an escort knight at the moment.
After a while, as time passed, the emperor appeared.
[Star of the Pentra Empire! His Majesty the Emperor Basilian Pentra, the father of all people, is entering!]
The door opened wide, and the knights of the Royal Guard lined up on both sides. Between them, the emperor and the empress cross.
All the nobles who were enjoying the food and chatting were all silent and interested. The same was true of the princes and the dragon princess.
Even Rivera put down her wine glass and stood up, so what more can I say? The emperor endured all the gazes and moved to take a seat at the top of the table of honor.
The emperor looked around the hall and opened his mouth.
“The relationship between the Dracania Empire and the Pentra Empire has lasted for over tens of thousands of years. In the meantime, there have been many exchanges and conflicts have occurred. Perhaps among those who attended the party, there were those who had a personal relationship with each other. But for tonight, I want you to forget about all that and enjoy yourself. More than that.”
Clap clap clap clap!
After the emperor’s brief greeting, the nobles enthusiastically applauded like students who were excited after hearing the principal’s super-speed lecture.
The emperor watched the action silently for a moment, then raised his hand and told him to be quiet.
“Then I’ll let Jim get out of here. I’ll leave the back to the first prince. Will you be able to finish well without any problems?”
“Of course. Obama Mama. Leave it to me.”
“Okay.”
Even though the 2nd prince had followed her a lot, the emperor left the 1st prince to follow her, and left the party with the empress.
To be honest, people would only feel uncomfortable if he stayed here. Wouldn’t it be nice to sit shoulder to shoulder and drink wine together?
When the emperor left, the gaze that had been focused there moved to the first prince. He smiled at the interest and raised his glass.
“For the infinite development of both countries!
[For!]
The party has begun.
***
Herencia, who was sitting on a chair on the balcony and watching the night view of the capital, took a sip of wine.
A bitter taste and the scent of grapes penetrated her nostrils. There is no doubt that only the finest ingredients are used for the rich flavor and acidity.
In fact, there was no way that there would be low-quality wine at a party to welcome envoys directly from the imperial family.
‘Mask man…’
Ever since the incident at the Demon Dragon’s Nest, Hirencia’s head has been cluttered with thoughts about it.
How was she able to appear, why did she help herself, and why she was so angry and cruel.
There are a lot of questions, but there is no way to solve them. She thought about going to Rouge to see me, but how could she ask her woman to introduce her to her lover?
Hirencia turned his head towards the inside of the party hall. To be precise, it was behind the second prince who was in the high seat. She saw the escort knight.
He put on the armor of an imperial knight, but saw a strange man with a face he had never seen before.
‘It’s similar.’
Like the body shape and the weapon used, it was impossible to explain in words, but the characteristic that it was difficult to gauge the unique atmosphere and state was consistent.
Above all, those eyes. Guilt and longing. And her affection, which was clear enough to be caught in her hand, was a strong emotion she had received only twice in her life.
Go once And the second time was when I just met that escort knight’s eyes.
‘I want to talk to you.’
However, as long as her father, the duke, is present, she cannot act hastily. You never know what action he will take if he gets caught.
If something happens to repay the favor with an enemy, he has no confidence to go around holding his head up.
Just as she sighed in frustration and was about to drink the wine, the voice of the first prince reached Hirencia’s ears.
“Are you all enjoying yourself? The atmosphere has gradually matured, but isn’t it a pity to just enjoy dinner like this?”
– I’m sorry!
1 The answer came out as if the prince had mixed up the flirtation, or she was just in the mood for a party.
The first prince looked at her own brother with a smile of contempt, she said.
“So, how about concluding a showdown between escort knights to further strengthen the relationship between the two countries?”
It was difficult to understand what the first prince was aiming for, putting aside the relationship between the confrontation and getting along.
“No, brother. What do you mean by that? Fighting in a place like this would be a mess. Take care of yourself.”
“Haha! Little brother what are you worried about If the location is a problem, you can change it. Isn’t it?”
Looking at the first prince who had no intention of stepping down, the second prince frowned. As for her, she didn’t want to put Gaon in a position like this.
In such a situation, one person raised his hand and asked to speak.
‘That woman…’
Horns poking over her head and a tail wagging from her hips. Pure white gray hair and cold blue eyes. And even the colossal breasts that the same woman would like to see.
The grand duke of Dracania who participated as a member of the delegation. She was Rivera Dracanis.
Whatever she was so delighted with, she agreed with her proposal with a full smile.
“I am in favor. Sounds like fun. But just telling them to fight is hard work for the escort knights, so I’ll personally bet on the prize. To the winner, I’ll give you the inner altar of this Millennium Doggaksa. The participants were escorted by Princess Himiris and I. And Prince Gaspard and Prince Adelio’s escort. It looks like you can do it like this. What do you think?”
“That’s good! Then I will wear this bracelet! It’s an ancient artifact that instantly accelerates movement. I see no reason to refuse.”
“Fufu, there’s nothing I can do about it. I agree too. The product will be this hairpin. It is a magic tool engraved with magic directly by the artisan of Drakania. It always stays in shape.”
As Rivera and Himiris stepped forward, the second prince could no longer refuse.
After exchanging glances with Gaon for a while, he pressed his temple and opened his mouth.
“All right. Then I will agree.”
Thus, a sudden confrontation between escort knights was concluded.
