New Life as the Kingdom's Youngest Son
important moments to come

A few weeks had passed, king Douglas with his daughter had returned to their kingdom, and not much has changed perhaps other than the security of the palace being tighter than before Aldric realized this but did not think much of it, today he went to the library to borrow books....

Aldric entered the quiet library and was filled with the scent of a typical book page. He walked slowly between shelves filled with titles and knowledge. After a while of searching, he found a book he wanted to borrow.

Suddenly, Aldric heard the sound of steps approaching him. He turned around and saw Seraphina, his sister, carrying some books in her hand. Seraphina is a man who likes to read and has extensive knowledge, she is also one of the greatest magicians in the country.

"Aldric!, you're here again?, what about the last book you read ?" seraphina asked with a gentle smile, "ah, kaka ! Yeah, that's a good book I've finished reading,.... Oh yeah, can I ask you something ?"

"what is it ?" Aldric did find it odd with the number of soldiers increasing in each hallway of the palace, "why did the guard in the palace suddenly increase ?" Seraphina smiled "ah, surely you forgot soon enough that the day where the maturation ritual will occur you will also participate there with people your age"

Aldric had heard about the ritual, a ritual in which a person would be stamped as an adult and get the right to drink alcohol, change citizenship, and most importantly get married.

Aldric nodded in light of the upcoming maturation ritual. Although he still felt somewhat anxious about the concern about the increased guarding in the palace, he felt interested in the ritual process itself.

"Yes, I remember about the ritual," Aldric said with some hesitation. "I felt a mixture of nervousness and eagerness to participate in the rites of maturity. It is an important moment in one's life. Have you ever experienced it?"

Seraphina nodded, reminiscing about her past. "Of course, Aldric. I also went through the rite of maturity a few years ago. It was a moment that meant so much to everyone whether it was farmers, traders or even hunters, the Ritual marked the transition from adolescence to adulthood, and open the door to greater responsibility."

"Do you have any advice for me in the face of the ritual?" aldric asked curiously.

"of course, choose a gift that you think is best if you want to give your gift to the goddess Eda, but if you want to give your gift to the goddess Victoria, give it.... It's something useful.... It's a less obvious liking but if you give him something like knickknacks he will reject, many people usually give him the best sword they have worked on from a young age" Seraphina replied.

Wise smile. "In addition, Aldric, don't forget that the maturation ritual is also a time to reflect on who you really are and your life goals. Consider the values you want to maintain and strive for in your life. Don't be afraid to pursue your dreams and be your true self."

Aldric nodded "well.... I'll remember that" Seraphina was pleased with her sister's response "oh yes by the way you made a reservation to the gift shop right?, I told you about it a year ago".

Aldric did not know what the matter of the Reservation gift shop, his awareness which is currently not located one year ago, but seeing the behavior of Seraphina Reservation is really important, he decided to lie.

Aldric nodded doubtfully. "Yes, of course. I've already made a reservation to the gift shop for my maturity ritual." He tried to hide his confusion, hoping Seraphina would not suspect anything.

Seraphina smiled with satisfaction. "All right, that's very important. Be sure to pick up the right gift and according to your wishes. The rite of maturity is a precious moment, and a gift chosen with the heart will give a deep impression. I'm glad you've prepared it, tell dad if your time is called by the store okay ?"

"of course well I'll do that" replied Aldric he broke out in cold sweat he was not so good at lying, "by the way brother, indeed why should it be up to reservation ?" Seraphina nods "yes that follow the ritual there are many, thousands of people from many countries will come to our country because we have the largest temple and the closest to the gods, if you do not make a reservation from one year earlier you will not have a decent gift.

Seraphina slightly lowered her head with a slightly sad expression of "ooh... I really feel sorry for people who fail to make reservations or do not have the money to buy a decent gift"

Aldric felt increasingly distressed by the information Seraphina gave him. He felt guilty for lying about making reservations. However, he did not want to reveal the truth to his brother at this time plus he had to check if his name was on the Reservation list.

"I understand, brother. Thank you for telling me about the importance of reservations and choosing the right gift. I'll make sure everything goes well."

Seraphina smiled and patted Aldric's shoulder affectionately. "I know you'll do well, Aldric. You have to be a good and responsible man. If there's anything I can help you with, don't hesitate to tell me, be it about reservations or other preparations." Aldric could only nod his head, and he left the library and forgot his original purpose of going there, now somehow he had to ask for a reservation list.

To the next day he went outside the palace with the permission of his father on the grounds of walking the road, he was accompanied by a special guard he was different from the palace guards and other military members, he was accompanied by a special guard he was different from the palace guards and other members, in view of his ears he is an elf named Edin, he is a man with long colored hair to emasan even though he looks handsome, his clothes consist of a light silk cloth with light leather armor, light skin, either what animal skin is that it's clear it's not a cow or something.

A sword at his waist was an elegant curved sword that looked unbalanced but the magic energy within it could look so prominent.

With Edin's visitors they're close to the main building of the gift shop "sir Aldric why do we go to the gift shop?, if your turn to choose a gift comes should I know"

Aldric was a little surprised it seemed Edin had quite a high authority in his palace... Should he tell her his true purpose?, after all who knew he could help Aldric cover this up from family or others.

Aldric considered Edin's words and saw the trust emanating from his eyes. Despite his doubts, Aldric decides to share the truth with Edin.

"Edin, actually my goal to this gift shop is to make a reservation check for the maturity ritual. But, I lied to my sister that I had already done it. I don't want to disappoint him or worry him. Can you help me cover this up and keep it a secret?"

Edin took Aldric's confession seriously, understanding his concerns and good intentions. He looked at Aldric with a sincere look and said, "Mr Aldric, as your personal guard, my duty is to protect you and keep the trust that has been given to me. I'll help you cover this up and keep it a secret. What do I need to do?"

"just help me and don't tell anyone that you can ?" Edin nodded politely "of course my master will try"

Aldric was relieved to get support from Edin. He thanked me sincerely. "Thank you, Edin. I really appreciate your help. If you can help me keep this a secret and make sure everything goes well, it'll help me a lot."

They arrived in front of the gift shop, it's really big well this store is specifically for the rich and aristocrats because the gifts sold are of higher quality than those in rural or urban areas, usually, but the long queue is not playing the queue like a snake from a distance is not straight but has turns and arches as if the queue is not aware of the shape of the queue they enter this.

Seeing the queue all this time Aldric lost his spirit his mood fell down there was no way he would queue up that long just to check his reservation which had most likely not been there.

After thinking about it, Aldric approached Edin with great caution. "Edin, seeing such a long queue, I'm not sure if I should queue or look for an alternative. Do you have any ideas?"

Edin seemed to be thinking "i have an idea come here" Edin whispered his plan after he told the plan Aldric was a little unsure "is this really okay ?" Edin nodded "of course don't be afraid this plan will definitely work.

Edin and Aldric also came near one of the guards at that place, the guard who saw the arrival of high class nobles with his bodyguards bowed respectfully "welcome Prince Aldric, who was the one who had arrived, and also sir Edin what brings you on this sunny day ?"

Edin replied in a serious tone "we did an important investigation can you call your boss ?" the guard saw that this was a serious matter "please please enter through that door" he said, pointing to a luxurious door that seemed to be used only by workers there.

One of the workers there who seemed to hear their conversation immediately led the way to a beautiful office, the walls were white with a table that was so beautiful and neat.

Not long after a woman entered the room sitting on the other side of the table with black hair with glasses she was wearing a beautiful black dress, she looked aged but still beautiful at that age.

"welcome to Prince Aldric, and also sir Edin... So what brought you here ? Her tone sounded relaxed but professional.

Edin nodded "we found the activities of the abyss cult in an area and we found the signature of one of their leaders, and if you are kind enough to let us see the list of reservations you have saved, that way maybe we can do an ambush" Edin in a serious tone, the experiment was really convincing

The woman looked convinced by the report Edin mentioned and then she stood up "please wait a minute I'll get her reservation list" the woman then stood up and left the room.

Aldric looked towards Edin "i didn't know you were good at lying like that" Edin he looked a little embarrassed "i don't know what a compliment is or what" Aldric nodded "yes it's a compliment... And your acting is good too.... Where do you learn from ?"

Edin replied with a faint smile, "Actually, I have no formal background in acting. I only learned through the experience of playing theater as a young man. However, it seems like improvising and impressive abilities have become a useful skill in these circumstances"

The woman came back and she brought a large and thick book and put it on the table "this is all a list of reservations that were last recorded 8 months ago where that day was the day on which the reservation was closed, please"

Aldric who saw the thickness of the book was not sure if there was enough time to find his name in the book plus he did not know what his signature in the world was like.

Edin took the book with confidence and began to turn page after page of the list there containing the signature name and reservation status that had been and has not.

Edin turned around and read the list quickly his eyes moved with a flick of the same as his hand flipping page after page, Aldric who saw this was surprised must be some kind of magic that he did not know yet.

Not long after he finished reading the entire book and he looked at the woman, "unfortunately the signature of the perpetrator is not in here" the woman then nodded "so well... A pity... I hope you quickly win the cult leader"

Edin nodded "thank you for the cooperation" the woman then could not help the curiosity she kept "excuse me if I may know what the purpose of Aldric's presence in this investigation is"

Aldric was at a loss for what to answer but Edin replied in a serious tone "sorry you should not know this for authority ataa" hearing this woman confine her sense of the predator and better not know.

They left the place and when on the road "so.... Edin how about..." Edin shakes his head "apologize sir.... I don't see your name or signature there"

Aldric patted his head samil looked down a sign of disappointment Edin who saw this was concerned in addition to the rites of maturity that was near.

Aldric took a deep breath in "yes it is, how else" Edin was a little surprised by the way Aldric handled this difficult situation.

"but the master of the rite of maturity is near and" Aldric cuts off Edin's saying "yes how else have we tried and failed... Sometimes accept the situation better than struggling with a nil result.... Anyway I'm sure there's another way I can get a decent reward for the gods"

Edin smiled and chuckled "hahaha.... Mungin you are the youngest among your brothers and sisters.... But you are the fastest adult among them.... Even before experiencing the rites of maturity..."

According to Edin, the way Aldric faced a tough situation like this is completely different from the way people in his age think or act, he can see Aldric has a high place in the future even though without his magic he is sure Aldric will do something for the future.

on the other hand Aldric felt himself mentally old because he had indeed reincarnated, he had the experience in life to know how to act the best... Well and it made him feel old and it didn't make him so happy but he just nodded to Edin "thank you for the praise"

After that Aldric in his room walked the path tanoa direction around the whole room he tried to think what action he should take, he was trying to think, until he looked towards the music box that was given by him and thought to make it a gift for the rites of maturity.

But at the same time Aldric liked the music box, but to make his name not tarnished or humiliate himself and his family he had to do that... and Aldric turned on the music box trying to enjoy it while he could.