Against the World II: Transgression
Intermission 1
Kazarsia Kingdom is happy today. Indeed, last night something happened that shocked the entire kingdom. However, it did not dampen the flames of happiness that inundated them. Let alone dampen happiness, make their trepidation incapable.
Wh why?
Just simple. Today was the day they were looking forward to: it was the day of General Clown's wedding to the king's eldest daughter. So eagerly awaited today, King Kressia to hold a party seven days and seven nights starting from three days before today.
There is no Kazarsian who is not happy with the coming today. In fact, rural folk flocked to the capital. Everyone welcomed today with enthusiasm.
All but one, the general himself.
If for others this is the most anticipated moment, for Clown this is the moment he most wants to avoid.
No, it's not because he's not interested in the princess. He's a normal guy. Seeing a woman of makeup and charm like the princess who would be married to him was enough to make Clown swallow his own saliva. It was just that, if he reached out to embrace the woman's body, it would be the same as bringing himself into death.
Clown had failed to escape the palace 37 times. His efforts to resign as the highest military general also failed ‒ they actually consider the intention to resign as a subtle way to ask for a salary increase. As a result, Clown's salary doubled, and that made it even more difficult to resign. Even so, the chance of escaping was still there.
However, if he tied the promise of a lifetime with the princess today, that opportunity would be closed forever. Therefore, Clown today was determined to escape. He had previously failed 37 times in his experiments – always there are soldiers who find it, making Clown have to pretend to find an excuse. But today is different. This time Clown had a good tactic.
Yes, this time Clown will wear wigs and glasses: the perfect disguise. The people of this kingdom were ignorant, they even considered themselves extraordinarily strong. Hence, Clown was confident that no one would be able to dismantle his disguise this time. He'll be free from this motherfucker's place; Clown will be able to escape Kressia's crazy delusions.
Nodding complacently to himself, Clown stepped out of his hiding place behind a large urn between the two pillars of the palace. Clown moved slowly, very carefully. He already knew the total soldiers standing guard as well as their location, he only needed to get out of this area and blend in with the guests. Then he will act like a guest who wants to go home, and—wusss!—ia will be free!
Heh, heh, heh, contradicting most people who run away quietly, blurring in the crowd is the best strategy!
Clown smiled as soon as he managed to get out of the palace without suspicion, now he only needed to walk straight to the outer gate of the palace. Outside were many soldiers escorting access, but this time the Clown was able to walk more relaxed. He aligns himself with those who are also stepping out.
“Heh, this is easier than I thought,” whispered Clown as soon as he passed the gate ‒ his efforts went smooth, very smooth. Now, nothing else can stop him. He will get out of this city and go to Emiliel Holy Kingdom. He will spend all his time there.
Mwa-ha-ha-ha!
An hour and a half later, Clown found himself in a corner of the city. He is not stupid, coming out unprepared will only take place on arrest. First of all he had to get a horse-drawn carriage, and for that he came here. The corner area of the city where he came to sell all the things he needed for a long trip, and at a cheap price.
“Is there anything we can help you with, Mister?” ask a receptionist as soon as Clown enters one of the buildings. “Whatever your wish, rest assured we can fulfill it one hundred percent.”
Clown looked intensely at the receptionist. If he is confident enough in their efforts, he will not be responsible in demanding. “I want—”
Silence soon dominated the room.
Clown. He did not understand how his glasses and fake hair fell, but now it no longer matters. He was no longer in the palace. “I want it,” continued Clown with all the seriousness he had. “I want to ke—”
“Nationaaaaat!” a cry of a bereaved man suddenly, panic filled his face. “Sialann! Kampreet! Nationaat! Super nations!”
Clown who was upset that his speech was cut back reflexively looked towards the man, his eyes sharpening as if ready to kill.
“Ba-How did you know we were here, Clown nationaat?!” The man asked with a curse. The people around him were raging as well. Panic and panic hit them. “How did you get this fast knowing our hiding location? Are you that much in love with that naive princess that you can find this place quickly?!”
Huh uh?
Clown really doesn't understand. What the hell is going on here? Why are those people angry with him? Shouldn't he be the one who is angry, because they have interrupted his words? He has not even had time to say “cheap horse carriages”, why do they seem to be between life and death?
“I don't want to deal with you guys,” said Clown flatly and cold—and upset. “I just want to go—”
“Good, fine, fine, ignite!” shouted the man again with a look of despair. “I'll give you back your future wife, Clown! Oi, you, quickly bring the naive princess. We can't do anything in front of General Clown. I don't want to end up being ashes!”
“Kali—”
“General Clown!” The soldiers shouted loudly, welcoming into the two-story building. “As can be expected from General Clown! We've been looking for them from the early hours of the morning, but General Clown has found them before we even report! Marvelous. Oi, you guys, catch them all!”
Clown's eyes blinked.
“General Clown!” shouted a beautiful woman, suddenly hugged the body straight Clown. “I knew you were coming to save me! The kidnappers laughed at my beliefs, they made fun of him. However, I'm sure you will definitely come! Thank you for coming, General Clown. Thank you for answering my wish, My Husband Candidate!”
Clown's eyes once again blinked. His brain was still busy digesting what was going on. He came here to buy a horse-drawn carriage and other necessities, all for the sake of his escape plan. However, what is this? Why is it like this?
“General Clown, let's go, we have to have our wedding quickly!”
…Why did it become like this? Why did my escape end this way, oh, god?!
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