umors surrounding the voices of the people in the town. The soldiers continue to patrol more than usual. "The business is difficult this way people are afraid of appro

try side. People spread information about what they could hear. The castle on the other hand has more busy people. Th

o the group but the trail fall cold in the mountains." Rafael knocked at the door to ask for entry. Nicholas looked at him and nodded in agreement, "What do you have for me?" "Lord Leofrick Monique did march into the castle. He caused all this." He continued to give reports on the misdoings of Leofrick. He is the second in line for the seat of the Monique house. The seat of the house is really powerful. They control the trade roads in Rante to the Empire. He is one of the most influential dukes in E

is the princess. They quietly waited for everyone to leave escorted by Fredrich. The large door was slowly closed. Nicholas stood up and walked close to the window. The view of the rose garden was pitiful. It was bloody and most of the garden ruined. "The princess body was identified." Sver

et this information come out of this room. Burn the evidences. Pass the body to the family quietly they should not know let the family heir know about this." Rafael bowed and left the room to follow the prince's commands. Nicholas felt rigid for the next few moments. "Sir Svero I need help." "Should I search for the princess your highness? I must warn you the trail is pretty cold and the only person

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ook his head, "You will be vulnerable you are the heir of Rante you know." "I heard you went with Sir Svero to the burassca house. How are things there?" Nicholas kept inquiring. "The house is a mess now. Eldest son of the house is just ten years old. He looked pitiful. "Aldrich looked at the floor when he replied, "Those eyes of despair should not be on a child." They both could not find any more words to say. The official apology on t

ina sitting on the chair beside the window the cup of tea and snacks looked untouched. She wore a simple white gown and a purple shawl around her. Her eyes look red puffy and dark circles formed under her eyes. She moved a little with the sound of the footsteps. She just moved in her chair. "Welcome Nicholas

ked once in his eyes waiting for a confirmation. He nodded looking down at her eyes. Tears filled her eyes and fell down continuously, her body shook at she put her forehead on his head crying and her voice shaking, "Please you must find her. I do not care how you do it. How long it takes please bring her back to me. Please bring back my daughter." Nicholas held her close in his arms holding her hand, "I will find her mother. " This is the first time he called her mother. He has been thinking of calling her mother for quite a while now but it was always delayed with his insecurity. "Please take care of yourself I will bring her back no matter where she is and how long it takes I will bring her back." His voice also shook. Nicholas dare

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e even know what the seal looks like?" Aldrich asked while looking at the drawings and sketches. "There are only two clues about it. It is silver with a purple ribbon. It is not enough" Nicholas turned the map over he is marking some places with a red dot, "So they just disappeared just like that?" Sir Svero got up from the settee and looked at the new scrolls in the book. "The Monique house is very unique with their rules. It is not always the blood that is chosen t

rowned and but kept control of his temper. A knock came from the door of the office, "Pardon me your majesty you have a visitor." Nicholas waited for more information but Fredrich had none he looked a bit uncomfortable and hesitant, "The guest did not reveal any identity only that they are from the emperor's castle. She says it is important and has the royal pass." This made him angry but he still decided to check why anyone from the royal family is here. The lady sat with a brown hoo

te in the trials, for the heir selection." For a while no one spoke or made a sound. He was shocked to hear her words. "You are not serious about this are you?" "I will help you with support for the trials. If you win the trials you can gain more support which can give you the authority you require." Nicholas at first did not understand what to say in this proposition. After that day he finds it hard to believe anyone. He still remembers King Louis requesting for extra hands but was denied after repeated request. "What is the main reason behind it? The princess's motive behind this is still not clear." There was a golden glow coming from the windows in the room. It will be dark soon, the golden glow from the setting sun made the room have a light and warm feeling. The princess looked scared but composed trying not to show her nerves in front of him. "I want this to end; if not the empire will crumble if this goes on." There seemed a slight emptiness in her words. 'She is still hiding something surely.' Nicholas thought he felt her words were j

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white hair came out of the house she was holding a basket of clothes to hang it on the lines. He smiled nodding, "I feel hungry." She smiled, "The food is set on the table brother please help yourself." He wanted to get in but turned back to ask her, "How is the girl?

k at the necklace on her neck. It must be important. I am thinking of taking her to the village chief. Her parents must be looking for her. Unless........" Justin nodded,

use. It has been a long time since his fiancé left him. Justin did not think of getting married again in his lifetime. Olivia came inside the house and proceeded to climb up the stairs with an empty cloth basket on her hip. Justin looked up and saw her holding the child's hand. She guided her to the chair and helped her climb up. Her dress was changes to plain green dress and a white belt. Her black hair untied. The child looked at the bread with a curious look. '