Book 19: Chapter 5


    Troy sighed before asking, Do we have a guest?


    Freya revealed a tired look, as well. Even Freya was quite tired from the days work. Luna revealed an apologetic look: Sorry, Your Majesty. This was not on the schedule, but this is the Princesses guest, so I hope you can see them.


    Oh? Inever thought my daughters would have friends. Since theyre my daughters friend, Ill see them. Is something the matter? Is it a boy or girl?


    He is a boy. He is ostensibly the envoy for a nation.


    As soon as he heard it was a boy and his daughters friend, Troys expression instantly turned sour. He was initially curious, but as soon as he heard it was a boy at his daughters side, he instantly lost had any desire to see him.


    Liu Yue didnt notice her fathers reaction. Therefore, she looked at him with a thrilled look: Dad, see him. Hes pitiful. Something tragic seems to have happened to his nation, and his Queen will suffer something very scary, so help him, Dad!


    Vera nodded, but she did check her dads reaction beforehand. She added, I do not mind either way, but if you want to help him, Dad, just help him. I have no interest in this boy of unknown origins. I merely wanted to see you, Dad.


    Thank you, Vera.


    Troys gaze went from Liu Yue to Vera. He carefully pushed Liu Yue away then stood up and touched Vera on her head. Liu Yue looked at Vera with a dumbstruck look, while Vera haughtily smirked with pleasure. Troy went up to the window. Back facing the window, he said, Since you all think I should, I shall see him. Though its past Dads work hours, Dad can pull overtime for you girls. Let him in.


    The four sisters exchanged eye-contact. Truth be told, the four of them were of four different minds. Liu Yue genuinely wanted to help the boy. Nona had no idea what the entire affair was about, but being the kind girl that she was, she thought the boy must have something he couldnt easily speak of given that he cried. Therefore, she thought her father should give him a hand. Daisypletely disliked the stranger. Daisy disliked anybody with a questionable background, and she was of the opinion that somebody dressed in an unttering way wasnt someone with good intent. As for Vera, she was merely curious as to what was going to happen to the Queen who shared the same name as her. Hence, when the four exchanged eye-contact, they all had different gazes, but it was what it was. That was not to mention nobody being against it before.


    Luna went outside. Troy gently cleared his throat and adjusted his cor Liu Yue tugged down. While he was at it, he plucked off the fox fur on him then waited. Although he was somewhat tired, he maintained a serious temperament to see the envoy of a nation.


    Ying opened the door and stepped in first. She bowed and then made way. The young boy behind her entered. He was nervous. He had a simple wash before he came over, so he was clean, thereby revealing his considerably white skin. He was a very young boy who had yet to even have facial hair. In fact, he was quite effeminate. If it wasnt for his trembling throat and he was dressed in female clothing with his hair done up, he could probably pass himself off as a girl. Admittedly, he looked quite bing in their guards uniform although it was a tad toorge for him.


    Ying introduced him: King Troy, this is Larya Polites, who hase from Gluocia Kingdom.


    The young boy gave a deep bow. In a shaky voice, he exined, Greetings, esteemed King Troy!! I am Larya Polites. I was sent as a retinue for the envoy group sent by Gluocia Kingdom. It is very unfortunate that I bring you this news, but mishap befell the others and they, therefore, did not make it. As such, I am the only one who arrived.


    Its fine.


    Troy was originally somewhat angry for them sending just one envoy, which was an insult to the North, albeit not being anything minor or major. Nevertheless, the reason was eptable. Troy felt that the nation did respect the North after learning that he came even though he was the only survivor. He considered the young boy to be loyal. In saying that, he didnt know what this Gluocia ce was.


    Freya went up on her toes to whisper in her brothers ear. Troy revealed an ah-ha expression. He stated, I see now. Youre the neighbouring nation to Ikanas kingdom, correct? Okay, okay. I have history with Ikana. They provided me with quite a fair bit of care when I went there in the past. I, however, have never interacted with you. Whats the matter? Did you have businessing here this time? If you want to establish diplomatic rtions, Im open to the suggestion, but youll need to make a trip back and have a professionale and discuss it.


    The young boy shook his head: King Troy, we desperately wanted to reach out to you for your Northern Empire is highly influential in our nation We have met with a crisis and require your help! Please allow me to speak!


    Troys gaze indicated he was a little bored. Frankly, the young boy was a poormunicator. Gluocia was just an insignificant existence Troy could do with or without. In the past, Ikanas kingdom interacted with Troy. If Ikana came asking for help, Troy would consider it, but Troy didnt even know Gluocia. What reason is there for him to assist a nation he didnt know of? There was nothing to harvest.


    Freya smiled condescendingly but kept silent. Troy smiled: Go on. Having said that, I need to inform you that weve never involved ourselves with another nations internal politics. Neither will we take the initiative to get involved with the wars between other domains. I need to remind you that Gluocia Kingdom has no agreements with us. Diplomatic rtionships aside, Ive never even been acquainted with your nation. Im seeing you out of consideration for my daughters, so you shouldnt expect anything from me.


    You can rest assured! We will be sure to provide you with adequatepensation! Have you seen that sword? The one in that Princess hand.


    Daisy froze. Her dads eyes looked over. She handed the sword over in a somewhat disinclined manner. Troy scrutinised the sword. The sword didnt seem to be very valuable. It was merely a very meticulously crafted sword. That wasnt enough to attract Troy. The North didntck money, so it was only natural for them to notck splendid works or jewels. The North could produce the sword; it couldnt spark the interest of the monarch of the North.


    Is there something special about this sword? Troy swung the sword around, albeit him not being educated on swordy.


    The young boy nodded: The sword can absorb mana. It is a ck spar that can absorb mana. As long as you have a ck spar that isrge enough, you can gather all the mana onto the ck spar, thereby making it impossible for magicians within the vicinity to use magic. When you wound someone with this sword, the ck spar will absorb all of their mana.


    Oh?


    Troy eyes lit up. If that was true, the sword was interesting, then. The sword was supposedly made from stone, but it didnt look any different to a metal sword. Furthermore, if that was how it worked, it could be considered a mass produced Ying and Xia. Still, it would merely be a low-grade version. A normal version of Ying and Xia could negate all magic, while the sword needed to absorb mana with its first strike then pierce the magician. Moreover, the enemy couldnt use their magic against the sword.


    While Troy, himself, couldnt use mana, it would be humanitys ultimate weapon against elves. The elves proudest weapon, mana, would be disabled if humans used the sword. In addition, it empowered humans with magic. Had Elizabeth gotten her hands on the sword over twenty years ago, Vyvyan would probably have been defeated.


    What about if humans were to make bullets with the mineral? Would that not be an anti-mana weapon that would destroy all magical creatures? Troy made contact with the dragons in the past, but they didntpletely submit to them. Troy was always wary of the dragon race. Obtaining the mineral at was timely help.


    This is good, but my personal bodyguard is a bit superior.


    Troy was very eager to get his hands on the mineral, but he couldnt show it. When dealing with that sort of young man, he had to give the impression that he didnt care whatsoever. That way, hed be able to raise his gains.


    Not just this alone!! We can provide you with countless rocks! As long as you are willing to help us, as long as you are willing to help us stop Ikana from killing our ruler, that will be enough! Ikana wants to kill our Queen. Ikana was the one who killed our envoy group! Our ruler is a woman, so lots of people are jealous and refuse to acknowledge her rule! She truly is a gentle, kind, benevolent andpetent monarch! Ikana knows this, which is why she is trying to plunge our nation into chaos. She supports the opposing faction. We require you to speak up in favour of us. That will deter Ikana. Furthermore, if the wisest ruler of a powerful and prosperous nation was to show support for our ruler, the people will also support us. So ordingly, we hope that you can write a deration that you can protect our nation and our Queen Vera!


    Vera?


    Troy lingered. He then smiled. He lowered his head and said something to Freya. Freya went up on her toes to whisper into her brothers ear. Troy then looked back to the young man.