The long days of winter came to an end to give way to a radiant, soft spring. The sky was clear, the clouds as white as cotton and the rays of sunshine were warm and comforting. The trees resumed their beautiful colors and the bushes bloomed with flowers again.

Everyone had gathered in the great hall of the capital, dressed in very classy and elegant clothes. The hall was wonderfully decorated with white and red roses everywhere, a pretty tapestry and chairs that were covered with a white silk fabric that was adorned with red embroidery.

At the end of the room, in front of Duke Lobelia who acted as an officiant, stood Elion who was dressed in an official Imperial Knight's outfit which was white in color with silver buttons and embroidery. He was also wearing a pair of black boots and his hair was neatly and beautifully styled.

The young man looked very nervous and very impatient to see his bride as he couldn't hide the smile that adorned his handsome face.

The latter entered the room accompanied by the father of the young knight. She was wearing a gorgeous princess-style wedding dress with silk and sheer chiffon as the sleeves. She was also wearing a very pretty silver-colored jewelry that was adorned with precious stones that her husband had given her previously. As for her hair, it was styled in a lovely low bun and above it was placed a small headband to hang the white veil in it.

Everyone stood up as the bride and her father-in-law walked over to the officiant and the groom. She was extremely beautiful, especially in Elion's eyes who couldn't help but be moved by the sight.

Arriving in front of them, the old man let go of her hand after placing it on his son's. He resumed his place and sat down next to the guests, tears in his eyes with emotion.

The young couple stood up, facing each other while taking each other's hand, a shy smile on their faces with slightly rosy cheeks.

Angus announced with a smile on his face.

With these words, the duke turned his head towards the young knight and fixed his gaze on him.

he asked.

the latter replied with a loving gaze towards his lover.

After that, the duke turned his head towards the bride.

replied the young girl with rosy cheeks.

the duke announced, a very big smile on his face.

With these words, Elion lifted the veil of his beloved and kissed her passionately to the applause of the crowd that was watching them with happiness.

After that, the couple moved towards the exit, followed by the guests who threw red and white rose petals at them while applauding them cheerfully.

Arriving outside, the young bride took her bouquet and turned around to throw it from behind towards her friends. It was Mina that caught it which made her blush hard, something that made the other girls laugh at her while teasing her.

The young lady cast a quick glance towards her fiancé who was standing next to his father and Captain Koraxos. Indeed, Eric and Mina had celebrated their engagement a few days ago, just like Azusa and Matthew.

After that, Elion held out his hand to his wife to help her get on the beautiful carriage that was waiting for them to take them back to their beautiful little house.

A little bit away from where the scene took place, stood two people, each of them wearing a black cape that covered their face and head.

one of the two women called.

" the other asked in a bored tone.

she continued.

exclaimed the young woman angrily.

The old lady looked at her friend with indifference before asking her another question.

The young brunette's eyes widened in shock as she listened to her friend's words.

she asked, raising an eyebrow.

she wondered.

Soren let out a long sigh before turning around as qhe walked in the opposite direction of the Great Hall.

Hastia asked, very confused.

the girl replied, turning to look at her again.

With these words, the two women went on their way without looking back again.

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The leaders of the Grand Master's order gathered in the meeting hall. They sat around the table with their leader at the end of it. The number of empty chairs was starting to increase apparently due to the deaths of Roxy and Velthur and also the absence of the former captain of the Imperial army.

the Grand Master began.

Dale said mockingly.

Soren growled in displeasure.

Hastia asked, confused.

Borislav replied.

he declared.

Jonaral asked.

Seeing the latter and his twin brother Dogadar, they look like a single person. They both had pale skin with blond hair and hazel eyes. Their corpulence was not very strong. They were of medium height and lightly muscled.

he explained.

The marquis jumped slightly upon hearing these words. He looked up at Borislav curiously.

he asked.

he replied with a smirk.

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Back to the city of Myrefall, Dale returned to his mansion after his reunion with the order was over. He got out of his carriage and entered his house to find himself facing his daughter who was waiting for him at the entrance.

she greeted with a small smile on her lips.

he answered indifferently.

she asked.

he replied dryly while walking up the stairs.

The young girl remained frozen on the spot behind him with a pang in the heart. After a few seconds, she walked back to her room without saying another word.

she thought bitterly.

Once Dale walked into his office, someone knocked on the door behind him.

he ordered, annoyed.

It was the young man with red eyes and white hair who entered the room, dressed in his usual attire.

he greeted with a bow.

growled the Marquis.

"Roshua asked, confused.

he explained.

The young man froze on the spot when he heard what his master was saying to him. He swallowed his saliva hard before answering.

asked the servant curiously.

Dale wondered.

he replied indifferently.

he declared.

he whispered, bowing before leaving the room.

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After completing his tasks and responsibilities of the day, Roshua went on his way to his room to rest while passing by Cecilia's.

called the latter, whispering.

The young man turned around abruptly to see the young girl who looked at him through the opening of her door. She stuck her head out to get a better look at him, smiling slightly. He walked over to her before bowing.

he greeted with slightly rosy cheeks.

she asked, curious.

he wondered.

she asked, worried.

The young man sighed heavily before explaining to her what the marquis had told him about his new mission.

Cecilia's eyes widened in shock as she put her hand on her parted lips.

she whispered.

After a few seconds of silence, the girl had an idea that crossed her mind.

she called.

The young man was taken by surprise for a short moment before nodding his head slowly.

he replied, giving her a small smile which she returned.

On those, the girl closed the door of her room while Roshua took the path that led to his.