The Golden Throne

Chapter 69 - They Found Steve

Tyrion went to the room, and what he saw was truly bloody. Jean immediately looked away, but even Tyrion's face looked ugly.

"If that bastard spilled any beans, I will kill him myself.", Tyrion shouted.

Jean did not respond. She wanted to ask him, 'Is that what you cared about?', but she knew the answer. They were merely resources towards his goal. 

Jean left the room, while Tyrion asked the people who were in the room, "Is Steve alive?"

"Yes your majesty, but he will have to stay bed ridden for a few months. He will be able to speak next week."

"Well, in a week, I will see who had the audacity to touch my son!"

"Sir, there is also a slight problem. The first years will leave for the magic forest next week. The news just came out. At this time, if the perpetrator escapes to the forest, then won't that be a problem? He can escape from the forest to elsewhere, and it will become very difficult to locate him or her."

"Don't worry about that. The only entrance and exit is the magic academy here. Well, around here. So, anyone who goes in will have to come out from here, in this area. Why do you even think that the academy was built here, instead of any other kingdom or place, and this remote area? No one can survive if they go too far from the entrance. For now, arrange for a group of people stay the perimeter of the exit of the magical forest. You are right, we can't afford to lose the perpetrator. It could put Glade in a lot of trouble that I don't want right now."

"Yes, your majesty. Then what should we do after that?"

"Well, we know that Liu Feng could not do it, he had broken ribs when I met him. But he looked recovered when I saw him. Well, he couldn't possibly do it. Steve activated the transformation. Very few could fight him, let alone take the devil stone and leave him alive. We are dealing with an expert here. We should stay alert."

As Liu Feng expected, he was completely omitted in the investigation. It seemed that his injury worked wonders for him in many ways unknown to him. Right now, Liu Feng was in his dorm, speaking to many students.

"Hey Liu Feng, all the teachers are recommending us to go to your city. Is it really that great?"

"Well… I am sure you can just use the train to get there in an hour, and if you don't like it, you can just come back."

"Train? What's that? I heard that your city has multiple strange sights that no other cities have. All the teachers are saying that the elves did something to your city, and that they added all these extra sights and inventions so that other kingdoms would see it and go to them to buy."

"Well, the king was gracious enough to make our city a tourist attraction, and gave us multiple new magic devices. You should visit us when you have the chance. For now, please give me a little time, I need to speak with someone. But the elf story is just a rumor. All of the city was the work of Aegon alone. Please do not spread this false information. It will be disadvantageous for all parties involved."

Liu Feng looked at Alderan and gestured at him to come to the side. He went to the end of the crowd. Liu Feng then looked at the crowd and said, "Thank you for your questions, but it looks like I have some work. So goodbye.", and Liu Feng closed the door. 

Alderan looked confused, when suddenly, someone patted him on his back.

"How did you get here?"

"That's not your problem. So, what are your sister's plans? You don't have a vacation, but your sister does, so let me take her to my city. She will love it there."

"Do you seriously think that she will go somewhere alone with you? Quit dreaming. No way is she going to agree, and neither am I."

"First of all, I could just ask your father, but I am asking you. And, you know that I am being nice to you. Don't push it."

"I don't know what Amelia wants to do. You should just ask her."

"Fine, where is she?"

"She's usually at the park, she likes the wind.

Liu Feng disappeared and was nowhere to be seen. 

"How does he do that?", Alderan exclaimed.

In the park,

Amelia was on a bench, with her eyes closed. She was clearly enjoying the weather. Liu Feng arrived, and smiled at the sight. He then sat down next to her. Amelia opened her eyes and saw Liu Feng. She closed her eyes back again.

"What do you want?"

"Do I need something to see you? Maybe I just wanted to be with you."

"Or you need something. What is it?"

"You know me so well. You clearly are my fated. Well, what are your plans for the vacation?"

"Shut up. What fated, you pervert! Just because you like me, does not mean that I like you. And, for your information I am going to Dilheim. Everyone is talking about it. I know that it is your city, but don't think that I am going because of you. That city is big because your father spared no expense helping you."

"Is that what you think? That's beside the point. I came here to ask you to go on a date with me. One week at Dilheim. I promise to be very nice, and you will get the best of the best during your time there."

Amelia woke up now, and looked at Liu Feng with her clear eyes.

"Go on a date with you? Do you really think that me being with you is possible? After how you acted with us at the beginning? You threatened to kill me, and you threatened my father with war."

"Well, first of all I did not start anything. It was all a big misunderstanding that was started by you. You started fighting with me that day. And, I believe in second chances. You have nothing to lose. I  won't do anything to you, you are a princess. That shadow behind that tree can come with you if he gives us some distance."

Amelia staggered back, and an elf appeared next to her. He was clad in black, and had a knife in his hand pointed at him.

"Oh put that away!", Liu Feng said.

"How did you find me? I am one of the best shadow guards of Elvan."

"You didn't hide your mana presence properly. Now, Amelia, think about it. I will pick you up this evening, you can pack your things then, or I can take you shopping in Dilheim. The clothing selection is really interesting. I am sure that it will surprise you."

Liu Feng left, leaving Amelia and the elf alone.

"Princess, I am sorry to say this, but you should take Liu Feng's offer. His Majesty commands you. Liu Feng already asked him before asking you, and the king gave an answer."

"He got the answer, so why did he ask me then?"

"Well, I am not sure,  your highness. Maybe he is a gentleman. He is a prince after all. He must have learnt manners."

"Him? Manners? You were not there when he spoke so vulgarly to me. Well, it looks like my father does not care about me. To think that he would make me go to the city with Liu Feng.", she sighed.

"Your Highness. Orders are orders. The train will leave soon, and I am sure that even Liu Feng cannot stop the train upsetting so many people."

Amelia nodded and left the park. 

The evening,

Liu Feng sat on the bench facing the female dorm. All the girls noticed him, as he was very famous now. They all talked about him. After a while, Amelia came out with a simple dress and a bag. Liu Feng got up and approached her.

'Thank you for taking up my offer. Please, let me". He reached out and took the bag, and guided Amelia to a part of the Academy that no one had gone to before. It was under construction, but no one knew that it was actually a railway station. The station was now bustling because the construction was over and almost every first year student was here, trying to get a seat for the train. There was only one train, and so many students. Of course it was difficult to get a seat there. Liu Feng looked around and saw a guard in the edge, checking tickets. Liu Feng showed his insignia to there guard there.

"I was not informed that you would be here, Young Lord. Your personal coach is always reserved. Please follow me.", he said, pointing to the front of the train.