The Ancients World

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~~~(POV: Queen Romana Zil Lukaerd Elen Roa)~~~

~~~(Location: The Jungles of Nae'mor, The City of Armezix, The Continent of Alforza)~~~

~~~(Time: 2:06 PM)~~~

Rhael is silent as I wait for his answer to my question. I resume brushing my hair since he's taking his time to find an answer. It won't take him long. It usually never does. Teziel has failed in almost every fashion. Rhael doesn't have any of his Brothers qualities.

"I think you should talk to Angel Zern yourself. I know that in your heart, you wish to move on from this life. I'm the only one of your children that's accepted that. But I'm not convinced he's here to kill you. He would've come straight here if it were. Players and their quests are predictable."

That is a perfect answer.

Something Teziel wouldn't think of. He'd jump to the worst-case scenario and focus on that. In his efforts to prevent it, he ends up bringing it to fruition.

The logic behind Rhael's thoughts is based on the origin of what Angel Zern is. A Player. Someone that's been driven by EXP and levels since coming to our world. A Player wouldn't waste time looking around a location where their quest is based.

They'd simply chase the quest and ignore everything else.

I had hoped that Angel Zern was here to end my life, but that was it. Only hope. After his first night and day in the capital, it was clear he wasn't here for me. I'd already be dead. I didn't tell Teziel. I wanted to test him.

To see if he was fit to rule. I had seen the signs slowly building. This was a perfect opportunity to see just how far he's gone off the deep end.

My oldest Son has some sort of mental condition or paranoia. No parent ever wants to see that in their child. As Queen, I am responsible for protecting the people and serving their interests. That means testing as my children.

Teziel was the last that I tested. He failed the worst out of everyone.

"Talking to Angel Zern myself would resolve the problem. But, for the sake of all sides considered. Why wouldn't I do that, Rhael?"

Handling it myself would make the mess Teziel made go away. If he had shown a little patience, all of this could've been avoided.

I don't expect Rhael to know this answer. It's not something I would've known at his age. It comes with ruling a Kingdom. Raising children. Trying to do the right thing all the time. It's hard. A burden no one should have thrust upon them.

"You wouldn't do that because it would reaffirm everything Teziel believes in. All the fears and threats he sees that aren't there. You'd tell him he's right."

My eyes slowly widen as I look in the mirror... They drift to the reflection of Rhael, and I see him looking down with a broken look.

He knew... That's why I wouldn't do it. Teziel would see I recognized this supposed threat. Telling him he's right. I spin around in my chair and look up at Rhael. This is one of the only times in my life that I've been surprised.

"Yeah... You're right, Rhael... How did you know?"

I can't help wondering why he knows this already. He figured it out on his own, but where did he get the wisdom to know that...

"It's something that Dad told me once... It's hard to put into his exact words... You know him, always so good at speaking..."

I remember... It was one of the many things I loved about the man...

"He was laughing when he told it to me... We just watched uncle Blaedaer get yelled at by his Wife and Daughter..."

That's a good story... One that I missed since I was busy with my job as Queen. I laughed too, when he told it to me all those years ago...

"After we were done laughing, he told me that my uncle was yelled at for the exact same reason why you'd not want to handle Angel Zern. It'd send his Daughter the wrong message. A lesson she should never learn. Just like what would happen with Teziel..."

I stand up and hug my Son. I don't usually hug any of my children. Not since they were young. But this is something I need.

"I want you to talk with Angel Zern... Tell him you'll be heir if you must, but I want you to learn this since you'll be King one day."

A simple nod is all he gives. I remember when I could hold him in my arms, but now I don't even reach his chin when we're standing.

After our hug, he leaves, and I sit back in front of the mirror. Taking up the brush and begin brushing my hair again.

"The Kingdom is in better hands than I could've hoped for..."

I hope for the best for my people and their future King.

~~~(POV: Cera Adamo)~~~

~~~(Location: The Jungles of Nae'mor, The City of Armezix, The Continent of Alforza)~~~

~~~(Time: 2:14 PM)~~~

Jaeemara and Sally were able to get everyone to calm down. Princess Aelora is sitting across from us. The same unpleasant scowl on his face. Before long, someone walks through the restaurant door, and the Princess turns her head.

Judging from her reaction, it's an unscheduled visitor.

"What are you doing here, Rhael?!"

The anger in her voice is clear as she stands up and slams her armored fist on the table. The boy ignores her and takes a seat next to where she's sitting. She takes the shunning in stride and sits back down.

He takes a breath and places his hands on the table.

"I'm sorry about my family, Angel Zern. Teziel has himself, and others convinced you're here to kill our Mother. But if anyone looked, they'd clearly see that's not the case. Forgive us for the inconvenience we've caused you."

I take it this guy is the only one that's sensible in the entire family...

"On orders of her majesty Queen Romana Zil Lukaerd Elen Roa, all guards are to report to their normal stations. No one is to bother or harm Angel Zern and his friends any longer."

The announcement comes fast as he stands up. His sister stands up quickly, too, likely to refute. But the hard gaze he gives her silences her. She's actually shocked he could give such a look.

"As for you, sister. Return to Teziel. Mom will be summoning both of you soon."

The sister looks down in shame, and once the guards are gone. She makes an exit too. Fuming once her shame is gone.

Emotional people shouldn't be in positions of power. It compromises their judgment.

"You must be Prince Rhael. Jaeemara spoke a little about you, but she never said that you'd be the only one in your family that could see we're not here to cause anyone any harm."

His expression relaxes, and a sigh escapes his lips.

"You flatter me, Angel Zern. Again, I'm sorry. You won't have any more trouble with us. Your intentions were clear when you didn't immediately decide to kill the Queen. You would've handled it first when you got here. Not walk around and enjoy the capital."

He's right. And I'm glad someone on their end was smart enough to see it. If I had any intention of killing Queen Romana Zil Lukaerd Elen Roa, I would've done so as soon as I got here.

"I feel sorry for you and your people if Teziel is to be your next King. Whenever that may happen, he doesn't seem like the leader and ruler your people need."

I have a suspicion. He was sent by his Mom specifically. He holds favor with her. I wouldn't doubt these two have planned something. Involving their family and the Kingdom. What it is, I don't know.

All I get in response from him is a calm smile as he bows his head before leaving. I look forward to hearing more about what's going on in the next few days.

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A/N: Below this line, I'll be keeping Cera's player information. That way, I won't have to place it into the story above anymore. It takes about 180 words up.

[Slayer (Zern) Lvl.236][Tier-4]

[Exp: 72/100%]

[Title: The Son of Arch-Angel Michael (Hidden)]

[Stats] [Strength - 7095][Endurance - 7045][Dexterity - 7215][Speed - 8240][Focus - 19,660]

[Mana aura control: 6/100%]

[Health: 76,560,000,000/76,560,000,000] [Mana: 216,600,000,000/216,600,000,000]

[Stat Points: 440] [Armor rating: 500]

[Inventory] [Dice of Wayland (Divine)] [The Witness (Legendary Sword)] [Fenrir's Whistle (Divine)] [Camping gear] [Fishing poles 2x] [Festival Garbs 2x] [4x EXP Boosts] [Princess Saliandra's Panties (Black Lace)] [Desert Warrior Nomad Set (Rare)]

[Passive Perks]

[Inheritor of the Sword] [Son of Heaven] [Slayer of Evil] [Holy Willow Trees Savior] [Finder of Legends] [The Divine who has Legend] [Destined for Greatness] [Dungeon Diver] [An Overachiever]

[Active Skills]

[Heavens light Lvl.74 325/7400] [Protected by Heaven Lvl.74 225/7400] [Slash Lvl.92 4600/21000] [Parry Lvl.68 85/6800] [Double Strike N/A] [Kingslayer N/A] [Raging Machine N/A] [Winged Glory] [Angelic Flight] [Divine Pressure Exertion] [Divinity Pulse] [Controlled Fun] [Aspect of Transportation (Legendary)]