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Chapter 182: Dignitaries Reception
Chapter 182: Dignitaries Reception
Chapter 182: Dignitaries Reception
The 25th-anniversary celebration for Fathers coronation.
In order to participate in the event, the dignitaries of each country gathered at the Imperial Capital.
The peak of their arrival is likely to be today.
OH!? Look! Arnold!
Theres no way I can see that right
I am currently observing the dignitaries arrival at the castles balcony but my view was obstructed by Orihime who is currently riding on my back because she was free so she came over to play at my room.
In the end, I can only see what is below me.
What!? People are riding on small dragons you know!? Are they the Dragon Knights I heard from the rumor!
The proud Dragon Knights of the United Kingdom huh.
I shift Orihime sideways and look up at the approaching Dragon Knights.
Orihime resisted but I am curious so it couldnt be helped.
A dozen or so Dragon Knights were flying in the sky.
The ones they are riding are Flying Dragons. Although they are only a subspecies of the dragon, the United Kingdom has the technology that managed to tame them.
The Dragon Knights that are riding on the Flying Dragons played a big role in their battle against the Dominion. They also played an active role as the United Kingdoms main force in their war against the Kingdom.
Leading those Dragon Knights is a man riding on a red flying dragon.
The man landed near the main gate of the Imperial Sword Castle and splendidly jumped off from his dragon and has a firm handshake with Gordon who came out to meet him.
Who is that?
William van Drummond. The Second Prince of the United Kingdom. His alias is the Dragon Prince. As you can see, he is a dragon knight.
He rides a dragon even though he is of a royal family? Thats so dangerous. He has no common sense at all.
I dont want to hear that from you.
WHAT!?
Getting angry at my words, Orihime leans back as a punishment.
Honestly, she is heavy.
Hows that!? Give up yet!?
Yeah, yeah, I give up.
Muuuu, I cant even feel a shred of sincerity
While saying so, Orihime jumps off me and stands at my side.
When she was doing so, William and Gordon entered the castle.
It seems that they are strangely close to each other thoughHa!? Does that prince prefer men!?
Dont ever say that in front of him alright? Im begging you here, at least dont do it when you are with me, it will cause a diplomatic problem. Listen here, they are being friendly to each other because those two are actually friends with each other.
Friend? Was the Empire an ally of the United Kingdom?
Thats right but Gordon had been studying in the United Kingdom for about six months. It seems that was when they met. They are both warriors so they should get along well with each other. Their ages are close too.
Hmm, so that was the case huh. I thought that he has that kind of hobby for a moment, thats a relief.
It is strange that your mind went there in the first place.
While being amazed at Orihimes thought process, my eyes found Leo near the castles main gate.
He is fidgeting too much..
Mumu? Why is your younger brother so restless? Even I am calmer you know!
Nah.
WHAT!?
OwOw!? Dont bite me!
Ish ur oalt!!
Dont just try to talk! It hurts!
Even when I try shaking my hand, my hand couldnt escape Orihimes jaw.
I dont know what she is saying but she should be saying that its my fault or something along that line.
Since she is being so relentless, I decided to say the thing that has never even once crossed my mind.
Alright alright! You are calm! You are very calm!
HHmph! Thats right! Thats right!
Orihime finally released me with a smug face and crossed her arms while nodding to herself.
It seems that she was satisfied with how she was able to get me to say what she wanted.
How simpleminded.
UWaa..theres even a bite mark
A bite mark was left on my right hand.
Well, if a beast person like Orihime seriously bit me then I wouldnt be left with only this kind of light bite mark. For Orihime, it must have been only a playful bite.
Maybe that is why she doesnt look worried at all. Well, she is always like this though.
Putting that aside, why is your little brother so nervous?
He probably gets nervous because he will be welcoming the famous Saint-sama I guess.
The Saint? The one from the Perlan Kingdom?
Thats right. The user of the holy staff, one of the four sacred treasures made from the same meteorite that was used to forge the holy sword. She is like the Kingdoms version of Elna.
The four sacred treasures huh. I know about them. There are four of them including the holy sword right? I didnt know that the Saint was holding onto one.
To commoners, the staff was only something of a legend after all. In the first place, there are many mysteries surrounding the four sacred treasures. It is said that they were made even before the age of ancient magic and each of them has different power too. Still, even though they are all sacred treasures, the holy sword was said to be about three levels above the other three.
Arent you quite knowledgeable about this?
My childhood friend is the user of the holy sword after all.
During such an exchange, I look up at the sky.
Seeing that, Orihime puzzlingly cocked her head.
Why are you looking at the sky? There is no more dragon you know?
The Saint of the Perlan Kingdom doesnt only have the holy staff. Although there are only a few in the Kingdom, she also rides on a Griffon.
At that moment, 7-8 griffons descend down from the sky.
Leading them is a woman with pale blond hair riding on a white griffon.
She has semi-long hair and is wearing a characteristic headband.
Although the woman possesses a mysterious atmosphere, she is beautiful. Her beauty doesnt come purely from her outer appearance. She has the beauty of pure white snow.
Like a woman who doesnt know filth.
That is the Saintess of the Perlan Kingdom, Leticia.
Following Leticia was a black griffon with no rider on it and her escort knights riding on griffons.
Welcoming them is Leo who is respectfully lowering his head to welcome Leticias party.
I was a little curious so I used magic to eavesdrop on their conversation.
Welcome to the Empire. Leticia-sama. Thank you for taking the long trip to visit us. I, the Eighth Prince Leonard will serve as your entertainer during your stay at the Imperial Capital.
Thank you for your warm welcome, Prince Leonard. It has been a while. Has it been 5 years already?
Yes. its been a long time.
That Leo, he is so nervous.
If its the usual him then he would praise how she has grown beautiful.
He only says those safe lines for a while now. He probably doesnt want to say anything weird to her huh.
Seeing such Leo, Leticia smiles.
My prince, has the friendship we have from 5 years ago faded away already?
N, No! Its not like that!
Then please relax. When I see you being so tense, I would end up feeling nervous as well.
M, My apologies. Um..its just that.I was nervous because you are very beautiful
Thank you very much. Prince Leonard has grown cooler yourself too, you know. No, putting it like that wouldnt do. You have become a splendid prince. Your fame even reaches the Kingdom as the Hero Prince who saves the people you know.
No way..I was only being helped by others.
Even so, it was you who decided to help them right? I am happy that your kindness still remains the same.
Saying so, Leticia reached her hand out for Leo.
Leo tensely took her hand and shook it.
After exchanging a few more words, the two walk to the castle.
During that time, Leticia looks up at me.
Catching my figure with her clear blue eyes, Leticia smiled and waved at me.
Since I can not wave back with my hand like this, I give her a small bow in return.
She doesnt change. No matter where or when it is, she is still herself. It might be better to describe her as a person that always does everything at her own pace.
Muu-
Whats wrong?
As expected of the Saint. I was taken in by her for a moment! I shall recognize her as the third most beautiful woman next to me then!!
So you are always on the top of that list huhwait? Who is the second most beautiful woman after you then?
That would be the most beautiful woman in the Empire.
Finne huh.
I havent seen them talking with each other but they must have at least greeted each other before.
Even Finne is the second most beautiful huh. That is so like Orihime.
I dont mind that they each have their own pace but if she does it too much it would be hard for me to keep up with her though.
By the way, where is Elna in that ranking?
Out of bound, probably.
Dont say that in front of her okay
I said so and sigh.
The fact that the dignitaries from each country have gathered here means that troublesome things will increase as well.
I hope that there isnt too many problems I have to deal with.
After making my wish, I left the balcony.