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Christopher opened his eyes, he saw a painted ceiling. He blinked and remembered what happened.

'Yeah, Acacia cut my chest and I used the dead body to cause turmoil.'

The pain was gone but he was still tired and sluggish.

"S- Sir Christopher!"

Aria was glad that her savior was now awake, she smiled. Marquis and Prince Julian stepped in. Marlon called the physician.

After some simple consultation. The physician proudly said that Christopher was safe, he's only exhausted.

"I'm sorry for distributing your rest, but we need to learn everything that happened."

Prince Julian spoke while he was staring at Aria who's holding Christopher's hand. He shook his head, his Father would go crazy if he hears that his daughter was in love. Though he knew that his father was crazy since his birth. He hoped that Christopher would survive the incoming doom.

Christopher saw Julian's gaze and he looked at Aria. To ease the situation, he decided to speak.

"Princess I believe I'm already fine. You don't have to hold my hand, I know that you only want to express your gratitude."

The Princess was surprised.

"Y- yes…"

Aria released his hand, she was frustrated about that. She wants to hold his hand longer...

"Ehem, then start when you leave the Marquis."

Christopher nodded and speak.

"I decided to go to my Father's property because I don't want to disturb the Marquis……"

He told them half-lie and half-truth, he added the thing about the Temple of Death. He said that he met an unknown man, the unknown man said that he was a follower of Death, the man interrogated him about the Inaudible Plain. Christopher decided to speak because the Mahikero was stronger than him.

When they were in the middle of the conversation. The dark Mahikero detected an assailant inside the room and quickly attack it, but the assailant evaded his attack and immediately stabbed Christopher. After finishing his duty, he tried to escape but the follower of Death killed him.……… If Pablo was here, he would realize that Christopher was lying, it's fortunate that he was not here. Besides, he would tell the truth if he was here, but for now, he needs to make a story to deceive them.

The people inside felt grim. The Emperor already cleansed the Capital but they knew that there were still spies. However, they never thought that someone would kill Christopher. Perhaps the enemies were angry that their plan failed and they want to take revenge on Christopher.

"So you're saying that the follower of Death help you?"

"Yes."

"Then where is he? When the maids saw you, you're alone.… No, you don't have to answer. I already guess that he left. Many people treat them as Heretics, so I know that they don't want to attract attention."

Prince Julian pause realizing that his question was absurd. They already knew that the Inaudible Plain was the place where the Death Necromancer died. This information was already proven because they sent their scholars. Maybe this was the reason why the Temple of Death asked Christopher. This could explain why there was a residue of Dark Energy on the dead body.

"The man, the dead man, did he tell something before he died?"

Marquis butt in hoping that they would gain some information about the identity of the man.

"Well, the assailant quickly died but the follower of Death said that he's from the Temple of Light. He said that he detected the nasty aura of Light inside the man's body."

Prince Julian and Marquis looked at each other. This was dangerous, the fact that the Temple of Light was part of this incident was dangerous.

"Is this true?"

"I don't know, but that's what he said."

"I see…… I guess I need to let you have your rest. But before that, I want the people inside to leave. I want to talk to Christopher alone."

"B- Brother, why?"

Aria looked at her brother. Julian shrugged saying that they must talk man to man. They immediately followed his order, he was the first Prince, the first in line to the throne. He was the next Emperor, and they must obey his command.

Marquis already had an idea as he watched the Princess. Aria was waiting outside the room, Marquis Fillan shook his head and slightly laughed.

"I guess, Charles needs to offer a great dowry………"

Maybe one day he would see Christopher walking on the altar with the Princess. Marquis chuckled and left them. Marlon followed his father.

"Father… I want to practice my sword."

"Hm, ah you want me to fight you, is that it?"

Marlon nodded. His gut feel was telling him that a large battle would come. He needs to be ready to face it. Marquis grinned, when it comes to fighting, his second son inherited his savageness. Now, the enemies awaken another tiger.

…………………

Inside the room.

Prince Julian smiled but his eyes were telling the opposite.

"So I guess you already have an idea about my sister's feeling?"

Christopher stared. He remembered how Aria looked at him with affectionate eyes. He knew that this possibility would happen if he saves the Princess. After all, women quickly fell when they saw a man saving them from a dangerous situation.

As for Christopher, he would sacrifice his life just to save the Princess no matter how many times. He just hoped that his assumptions were wrong about her feelings… However, he realized that Princess Aria was really in love with him.

"Yes, I know it."

He nodded.

"Good."

*Swoosh! *

A transparent blade touched his neck. Julian was an Intermediate Water Mahikero. The bloodline of the Emperors flows in his veins. The water blade floats, Christopher watched him with unwavering eyes.

He was not afraid of the blade.

"I see, I think I should have met you when you were young. Your brother always tells me that you're a brave person. Now, I believe he's right."

He lowered his hand and water evaporated.

"Protect my sister. If you can't do that, and if you hurt her. I will kill you. I'm serious. "

"I promise I will… Your Highness, I know it's out of the question but could you please visit me in the next 5 days? I want you to meet two of my friends"

Julian was observing him, but he didn't detect any bad intentions. He kicked his tongue and agreed. This man was his benefactor so he decided to accept his offer.

Julian left after that, he opened the door and saw his sister waiting. He said.…

"He's all yours."

Aria blushed when she heard it.