
00134. Un desastre qui arrive sudainement (Devil that comes suddenly)
That afternoon the garden beside the palace has been transformed in such a way as to welcome the invited guests. The tables are prepared to accommodate colorful sweet snacks. There are also high-legged glasses that hold alcoholic beverages. Warm tea is also not absent from the table, ready to accompany the afternoon guests.
“Where is Kaelus?”
King Robelia, who was ready to greet the invited guests, occasionally questioned the whereabouts of her right hand that had yet to appear as well. The last time they met was yesterday afternoon, before one of Robelia's proud knights had permission to spend more time in the archive room. This morning they also did not have time to meet, because the King was busy in the study room, while his right hand was busy in the Knight hall.
“Is he still in the Knight hall?” Kaizen asked herself. Given that until now Kaelus has not also shown the trunk of his nose. Though he is the one who takes care of all the needs of this after-party.
Now the show is about to start. Kaizen had even been told that the horse carriage with the insignia of several noble families had lined up neatly in front of the palace.
“An honor to receive an invitation from you, Your Majesty.”
The greeting came from the first group that arrived. A Duke who comes from the western region, came with his daughter—a Lady whose name is of course included in the list of considerations as a prospective companion of King Robelia.
“This is my eldest daughter who used to be one generation with you at the Royal Academy, Your Majesty.” The Duke did not forget to introduce his daughter. A Lady who is said to be the same age as King Robelia. The owner of golden blonde hair styled in such a way as well as a pair of sea blue eyeballs that are too dazzling.
“It is an honor to meet you again, Your Majesty.”
Kaizen nodded briefly. It is rare to talk to people who are found. However, since he was the host, as well as no companion who helped him complete this tedious procession, inevitably he had to do it himself.
Other than the Duke who had just greeted with his daughter, Kaizen still had to greet the other invited guests. There are still many invited guests who will come, because all the names of the Lady who entered the consideration list have been invited with her parents. Those who will meet the invitation can attend with their father or mother as a companion. The purpose behind this event was clear, which was to gather the nobles who were pro against Kaizen.
However, the situation that was enlivened by the heads of the family who introduced their daughter to King Robelia, had stopped due to the presence of the King's woman who sucked all the attention. Although no longer the owner of the title of Grand Concubine, the existence of the woman in the palace is still considered as proof “real” about her privilege in the heart of the King.
“Tonight you look very handsome, Your Majesty.”
The compliment was given by Katarina, a Level IV Consort who was still like a Grand Consort. He fulfilled the promise of coming with confidence. There was no sense of insecure at all when he joined forces and showed his closeness to Kaizen. Present with a bright red vintage dress that symbolizes fire—this color is also believed to symbolize good fortune, as well as wealth or prosperity. At first glance, his presence reminds Kaizen of Kayena who appeared like an angel with a long dress of red scattered precious stones on the anniversary of Catherine's birth.
However, there is something different when two women both use a bright red color. Kayena looks charming and badas when appearing in her red dress, because basically she is like the Goddess of Beauty. While Katarina who usually appears with neutral color— represents her plain image—when appearing with bright red, it does not look suitable. His aura did not come out, instead the image of his innocent girl being killed. Growing the image of a wild girl, as the nobility talked about when Katarina was first introduced as Consort to King Robelia. Wild female foxes appear to be returning to show teeth.
Kaizen then cleared her throat, answering Katarina's praise. Then he again noticed a Viscount who had greeted himself with the princess. The sudden presence of Katarina by his side, he thought of it as a past wind. Nevertheless, as was the previous custom, the woman continued to follow like “benalu” attached to Kaizen. Indirectly seen “intentionally” makes the Lady reluctant and ilfil when they want to get closer to their dream husband candidates.
A new different situation was created when the room was the arrival of representatives from the Grand Duke d’Oclean family who also received an invitation from King Robelia.
“An honor to meet you, Your Majesty. Grand Duke d’Oclean was unable to attend, so I came to meet the invitation to represent His Grace.”
Apparently not the Grand Duke d’Oclean directly who came with his only daughter, but the Grand Duke's nephew. The young man whose age is estimated under 30 years old was present while holding the only daughter of the d’Oclean family, namely Lady Cyrene Asterya d’Oclean which looks beautiful and elegant with a simple look, and looks, but it managed to amaze every eye. Her dress style looked similar to Kayena's in the early days of marriage.
“An honor to meet you, Your Majesty. It has been a long time we have not been greeting as it is today,” said Lady Cyrene Asterya d’Oclean with her soft voice.
The presence of Lady Cyrene Asterya d’Oclean who doubles as an old friend of the former Queen Robelia was warmly welcomed by everyone. And Kaizen as well. Not with Katarina. The woman was clearly warning the presence of Lady Cyrene Asterya d’Oclean who managed to attract attention.
In addition to Kayena de Pexley and Dowager Duchess Caecilia, Lady Cyrene Asterya d’Oclean is also a very respected Lady circle. These three were very important opponents for Katarina. If the Dowager Duchess Caecilia has been successfully removed for now, Lady Cyrene Asterya d’Oclean must be taken care of.
“Stop following me,” reprimand Kaizen. Started to get angry with the existence of Katarina. “Remember your promise last week. I'm gonna introduce my potential next door tonight. Don't act much.”
The usual glare of eyes radiating love and longing suddenly seemed foreign to Kaizen. Where is the usual eye highlight shown by the interlocutor? Why is that woman so hard to read? What might be the effect of the facts he has known. Kaizen feels more careful when facing a female fox who is aware if she has been fooled all out.
“What do you want from me?”
“Please promise to keep me on your side.”
Kaizen seemed to be frowning. “Why are you suddenly like this? I just want to find a new, more potential companion. Your position by my side hangs with your fate in the future,” right next to the woman's ear, she makes a sound again. Half whispered.
“I can do anything to continue to be on His Majesty's side. Including providing political support and giving birth to the heir to the royal throne Robelia.”
Kaizen chuckled slightly as she kept her face away from the woman. “You're too confident.”
“Why not? I can do everything to be with you.” With a face that seemed flat, Katarina spoke casually. He seemed so obsessed with the privileged position that would keep him next to Kaizen.
“You changed too much because you were greedy,” Kaizen said as she stepped forward. The look in his eyes had now been fixed on a Lady who looked conspicuous among others.
As Katarina followed Kaizen's gaze, both of her hands clenched at the sides of the body. “Please introduce your new escort candidate. I will not ban, because I know my position.”
Kaizen is not bullying. He chose to step forward, about to approach the center of his second dark neutral object. However, they had not had time to say hello, the presence of someone from behind the main door managed to attract the attention of everyone. Kaizen is no exception who immediately take wide steps to approach.
“Kaelus, what happened?” asked King Robelia with a feeling of worry, when he saw his interlocutor.
While the interlocutor just looked inward at his King, then moved on to Katarina who was still glued in place. “Your Highness,” call with weak voice. A pale hue adorned his face, making Kaizen increasingly think negatively.
“What's up, Kaelus? Wear your condition like this?”
“I'm fine, Your Highness.” The owner of the name spoke with one of his hands pressing against the abdomen. The place where the usual wild pain gnawed at his body. “There is one thing you should know,” he continued with a voice that began to stammer. His eyes were still fixed on Katrina who was glued to the spot. “One of the illegitimate children you've been looking for, apparently in your arms.”
Kaelus spoke clearly. However, it uses the ancient language of Robelia which is known only by a handful of people. He also made sure that the beacon issued was not heard by anyone else, except King Robelia.
At first Kaizen seemed confused by the intent of Kaelus' words. When Kstaria added, he only began to realize his purpose.
“The bastard Klautviz de Mere is a woman who a few years back warmed your bed,” added Kaelus.
His words managed to make King Robelia's body freeze completely.
“During this Your Majesty has been fooled.” The sentence was the last thing spoken from Kaelus' lips, before his gallant body fell forward. Falling to the floor just like that, if King Robelia is not willing to support him.
In shock, disbelief, and disappointment, the Robelia King sustained the body of the only person she trusted in all of Robelia. “Hold Kaelus. I won't let you get killed just like that.”
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Warfare 17-08-23