NOVEL NEXT Volume 8 Chapter 25: Engagement Talks Part 2
Big announcement.
For starters, I’m going to be publishing Volume 2 paperback and ebook on amazon. However, this is not the only one; I’m going to be publishing both vol 3 and vol 3.5 together as well.
However, for vol 3 and 3.5, it’ll only be the ebooks. Going with a simple cover for them for now
Publication dates:
Not going to say exact dates because I jinx it all the time ><. I will give you guys a one day heads up before publishing. But for vol 3 and 3.5, it should be 1 day to a week later after publishing vol 2. But yeah, that’s all the news. ^w^
Volume 8 Chapter 25: Engagement Talks Part 2
Harold frowned, "Are you really going to let the decision between two kingdoms go to a child?" This matter had never been about Carolyn in Harold's eyes; this was a matter between the Philosopher and Solis Kingdom. That was why he came here.
"Yes. Carolyn would be the one to decide it."
"Fine. But how about this? Let's have the two come to each kingdom to see." Classes were about to end in a week or two. It was the perfect opportunity for them to do so.
"That would be fine,"
"Good," Harold didn't say anything else as he left. Using a teleportation gate to return home was simple enough. Once he had left, that was when Julius had taken a deep sigh. Then, he turned to the door,
"The three of you can come out. I know you guys were listening in on our conversation."
"Hehe, we can't hide anything from you, Father." Three people entered the room. One person was James.
"That stinking brat! How could he go out with my daughter?!"
Crack! As Julius gripped on top the teacup, it exploded in his hand. Even now, he didn't accept it. Yet, he had to at the same time. To think his precious daughter was going out with a boy!
"Father, you can't say something like that." James sighed. This dotting father, what are we going to do with him?
"But Father, when you look at it from a different angle, this is beneficial for our kingdom." One voice stated. He looked quite bigger than the other two; he had the same eyes as Julius but with brown hair.
"True," The person who said this was none other than Felix Sol Gerard, the first prince of the kingdom.
"They have the strongest military might. Not only that, they have a rich history as well." This was correct. The Solis Kingdom was ranked second in terms of military might, while the Philospher Kingdom was ranked first.
"It is beneficial. But do I look like the type of person who cared about this?" Julius glared. Besides, my kingdom didn't need it. Even though it was 1 and 2, it was only by a small margin. The Philosopher kingdom had that monster under them. That was the only reason why they were ranked first.
And I refuse to use my daughter for personal gain. However, this was not up to him.
"Speaking of that, Father, you must send someone to the city to greet them." Since Julius had agreed to have them go to each kingdom, it would be best to send an envoy there.
"Indeed, I have to." This was something he had to work with.
"I will do it. It's been a while since I've gone to the academy." Felix stated calmly.
"..." Julius didn't say anything. But that only caused James to scoff, "Then I should go as well because I miss the academy." Who was he kidding?
"Nonsense. If we all leave, it feels like we're trying to show our might. Having the first prince is enough for it." Felix frowned.
"And you think one prince would be enough to show how much we value this engagement." James didn't like it. However, he also had to think about the situation at hand.
"They are not getting engaged." Julius retorted.
"Father, I think we should send two people there." The final person suggested. That was none other than the 2nd prince, Oscar Sol Gerard.
"Why so?"
"Even if the engagement doesn't occur, we should still show that we value the relationship. If we don't send enough people, it would seem we don't care about this."
"I see."
"That's why I propose that Felix and I go there."
"Why you?"
"I think it would be best that I go since I can leverage if I have to."
"…Alright, you will go with him."
"Father!" Felix wanted to interject. However, Julius frowned, "I have spoken. The two of you shall go to the city."
"Understood." The three bowed as they left. However, Felix's expression changed drastically once they left: "What are you trying to do, Little Brother?"
"Hmm? I'm just trying to meet my sister?" Oscar smiled mischievously.
"Don't try to play coy with me. Father isn't in front of us anymore." There was no need to play nice. Felix, Oscar, and James never had a brotherly relationship like Eric and the others.
"Weren't you playing coy in front of father?" Oscar laughed, "And don't think you're the crown prince, Felix."
Felix said nothing else as he walked away. James and Oscar were left there. Oscar continued smiling, "I will go prepare for the visit. James, you will be the one to watch over the kingdom with Father while we're away."
"..." No response. However, Oscar walked away as he knew his brother understood.
While that occurred, Harold was in his carriage with a smile. Julius, you are much too soft to be king. Hearing what his junior had said before, he realized he was soft.
Yet, it was something he could take advantage of.
I've finally obtained her.
