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𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐆𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧
“You scoundrel, what are you doing to Flora!”
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Gale, visibly angry, confronts Luke.
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“Prince Gale, it was I who spoke to him.”
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“Flora, stay out of this.”
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Gale pays no heed to Flora’s intervention.
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“Listen, Flora is not someone for a scoundrel like you to casually approach. Understand? Now get away from her.”
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“My apologies.”
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“Wait, speaking of which, I just remembered something I had to tell you.”
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Gale stops Luke who was about to leave after bowing.
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“You, entering the Narejji territory without permission, and even with armed guards, I hear?”
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“That is. . .”
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Luke tries to explain it’s a misunderstanding, but Gale is not listening.
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“Normally, you would be punished for trespassing, blasphemy, and even treason. Seems like you’re only alive because of Rampart Margrave’s protection. Quite the maneuver.”
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“. . .Prince Gale, who told you about this?”
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Luke asks calmly in response to Gale’s provocation.
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“Perhaps it was Lord Greed or Sir Avaris?”
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“And what if it was?”
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“Then, if I may express my opinion. You may think what you will of me, but I would advise not to trust those two too much.”
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“Nonsense! A commoner like you dares to criticize two noblemen?”
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“That is not my intention.”
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Luke continues in a calm voice.
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“We went to the Narejji territory to rescue Alma-ojousama who resides here. Sir Greed might be involved in Alma-ojousama’s abduction, and Sir Avaris could be connected to Sir Greed. The abduction incident might also. . .”
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“Enough, enough!”
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Gale draws his sword.
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“If you intend to further dishonor the nobility, I will cut you down right here!”
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The gazes of the two men intersect.
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This time, Luke has no intention of backing down.
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He can’t stay silent when the Bastille family, who has been kind to him, is insulted.
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Luke responds quietly.
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“If that is your wish, go ahead. But before that, could you please listen to what I have to say? If you still aren’t satisfied afterwards, do as you please.”
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“How dare you. . . Very well, I’ll grant your wish! If you can withstand my sword, then I’ll listen to your story!”
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“You must not proceed further.”
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Flora steps in front of Luke.
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“Flora! Why do you defend this man! He insulted the nobility right before me! As a member of the royal family, it’s my duty to punish him!”
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“That is precisely why. Prince Gale, before being a leader of the nobility, you are a leader of the people. Please remember that this is the time to demonstrate it.”
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“!”
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Prince Gale looks around, startled.
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A crowd has formed around them, and the soldiers are watching the unfolding events.
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“Everyone here is a common soldier. Do you intend to be a king who would draw his blade just because a citizen spoke a word or two against the nobility?”
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“Grr. . .”
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Gale stumbles over his words.
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After glaring at Luke for a moment, he eventually sheathes his sword.
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“Hmph, fine. I’ll entertain your talk as a jest. But it all depends on this large-scale subjugation. If you achieve more merits than me in this hunt, I’ll listen to you. But be aware if you don’t make any significant achievements.”
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Gale glares at Luke with disdain.
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“If that happens, leave this country and never return. This is a decree from the first prince of the Kingdom of Arrogas. There’s no second word on this.”
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“Understood.”
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Luke bows in response.
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“In return, if I surpass your Highness in achievements, please keep your promise.”
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“Hmph, I am a prince, I always keep my promises. But let me warn you now: it’s impossible for you. If you value your life, you better leave the country while you still can. I won’t stop you.”
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With that, Gale spat out his words and left with a loud laugh.
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“Phew, thank you very much. That was a close one.”
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Sighing, Luke smiles at Flora.
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“Luke!”
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Alma rushes to him.
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“Such a promise is reckless!”
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“It’s okay, I’ll manage somehow.”
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“But. . .”
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Luke embraces Alma.
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“It’s okay, I promise I won’t leave your side, Alma.”
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“Luke. . .”
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“Luke, be careful. Prince Gale may be arrogant, but he’s genuinely skilled.”
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“I understand. I have no intention of being careless.”
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Luke nods reassuringly to Flora, who expresses her concern.
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“But now things are clearer. Everything depends on this large-scale subjugation. Succeeding in it should significantly advance our investigation.”
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“That brat! Daring to stand up to me! I’ll make him see what’s coming!”
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Gale walks away, unable to hide his irritation.
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“Your Highness, it seems it went well.”
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Avaris appears.
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“Hmph, I’ve pushed him to leave the country as you wished. Are you satisfied now?”
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“Thank you, thank you. As expected of Your Highness. All that’s left is for you to show your usual prowess.”
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“Of course! I won’t lose to someone like him!”
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Gale roars.
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“Let’s start quickly! I’ll end this large-scale subjugation in no time!”