chapter 1

"where is the new curtain" shouted the butler at the royal palace, "we must make the palace appear in its' most glorious look". the servants were rushing here and there, the emperor of Sitia Empire is returning after a long time of absence.

the young prince woke up early, unusually dressed properly and stood at the entrance. waiting to greet the emperor.

A butler standing behind him, holding an umbrella. he stared with pitty at the pitch-black eyes, the faintly blueishsoft skin and the straight wall-like stature of the young prince. In general, such a unique appearance hidden under the sunshade really, what a waste.

The sound of horses gradually raised, and the carriage that is surrounded by knights entered the walls to stop right in front of the young prince. emerged from the carriage a gracefull middle-aged man flowing a bright peaceful aura, he formed a light smile once he saw the young prince.

Lennox bended his head as greeting and solemnly he said: "I thank the merciful god for your safety, your majesty".

Jennings: "you are up early, and oddly polite today. did you miss me that much, little Lenny?".

Lennox :"I am quite concerned about my life ,your majesty ".

Jennings let out a gleaming laugh saying :" Anna sure knows how to keep your prideful behaviors under control".

Lennox smiled lamely :"then shall we head to your quarters, sister is waiting for you there ".

Jennings said with little Disappointment:" sure ".

Lennox noticed the complexion on his face. like the words got stuck in his throat, Lennox: "is there something bothering your majesty?".

Jennings:"nothing, it is just that I am a bit worry about the young lady ...".

Lennox never was interested in who the hell is this young lady even the slightest. in the end, she is some great noble person from some great kingdom.

All that was in his mind,was to accompany this old man to his room, return to his bed and sleep like there is no tomorrow. Lennox said: "do you wish me to prepare quarters for your guest?".

Jennings sighed, then he put on a smile: "no need, she will find me when she is done playing with the hens".

hens?!! you mean the wild hens near the river?! what kind of ladies that plays with hens?! does she have mushrooms instead of brain?!.

Lennox controlled his expression, and said with indifferent tone:" then please". he gestured to him to lead the way. As they walked side by side.

*******

it's nearly dusk, Lennoxs' daily routine starts after the sunset. waking up when the darkness covers everything and going to bed when it starts fading . his soft blue skin, and rather not being exposed by sun rays, was the cause of living his slothful life like a little vampire.

wanting to pass the time, he went to the royal library to grab some books, wandering in the huge library with no specific title or type in his mind. Lennox ended up observing the sky from the window, the moonligh illuminated the surroundings with a faint snowy light, making it look more peaceful

after few minutes of pondering a flying human figure appeared in Lennoxs' sight!

peaceful life bye–bye~

once that human figure landed in the yard, Lennox immediately hid behind the wall, peeking from the corner of the window. there stood a thin person, almost the same height as Lennox. it's clothes, body and face were all covered in mud as if it came crawling from the ground. its' chin was covered with a slight red colour expanding till its' mouth.

Lennox froze, his face changed to all colours you can count.

A ZOMBIE!! A FUCKING ZOMBIE!!!!

Few seconds after, Lennoxs' face returned to its soft blue skin. and his astonished expression changed to a confused and doubtful one .

' when did I start to think so stupidly?! it's impossible for zombies to exist, not in my watch. he is probably just an assassin or spy or something '

Lennox moved few steps silently and took another peek from a different window, the so-called zombie was staring at the window where Lennox stood first, it turned its' head and ran like a flash toward the east.

' Damn! That dude is too fast, although he is too thin to be alive... wait!! the east?! is he heading to where that old bastard is?!!!!'

Lennox grabbed his sword and pushed the door hurriedly. at the inner yard there were two knights in patrol, he gestured to them to follow him, then directly rushing towards Jennings quarters.

*******

meanwhile, Jennings had just finished bathing and was wearing a thin robe over his light clothes. he sat at the desk writing a letter or though.

hearing the sound of someone tapping on the glass, Jennings turned his head but was struck in surprise:" heavens!!! ". he shouted

a youthful girl wearing the white imperial gourds uniform, covered in mud and feather. her wide emerald eyes carried the sense of guilt and hesitation.

Jennings picked a handkerchief from the table, opened the glass-door of the veranda and walked closer to her. his tone was strick, yet full of uneasiness: "why are you so late ?! didn't you say that you will follow us! look at you, drown in dirt like a little bird ".

Jennings wiped her bun-like cheek from dirt while shaking off the ones on her clothes. she lowered her head in regret, and murmured: "sorry, don't be angry your majesty".

Jennings released a long sigh, lifted her chin and said calmly: "oh Evey, I am not angry, I am just worried about you. running here and there without thinking, you will get hurt someday..., what is this red thing?".

a long smile cracked Everlys' face, she giggled with bright eyes "my feet tripped at the river, and I fell on my face so my nose started to bleed".

Jennings buried his head in his palm: "aah you are killing me".

suddenly Everly raised her voice, as she remembered something: "your majesty, I saw a ghost from the window of the library. where did it come from? what's his name ...?".

Jennings interrupted her with confusion: "what ghost?".

Everly said all excited:" the one at the library. I saw him when I jumped from the wall, but when I turned to him again he disappeared. the phantom was all in black and white, and was staring in me with ignited eyes".

Jennings tilted his head, feeling hopeless to save her IQ: "there is no ghosts dear, perhaps this was__".

before he could complete his sentence the door was slammed open. two guards pushed inside, both unsheathed their swords and pointed it toward Everly.

while Lennox stood behind them, from his view it seemed that there is an Intruder with unclear intentions. whatever the reasons they got, it can not explain their permeation.

from Everlys' view...

well, she didn't think actually.

once she saw the swords she jumped to them, and with a kick both the poor guards left the room flying.

she backed two steps, then instantly advanced toward Lennox directing a fist. the later knew that there is no chance to avoid it, as so he shielded himself with his sword.

at that late moment, Jennings shouted: "Evey Stop !!".

she stopped, indeed she stopped every muscle in her body. and like a rice bag she fell on Lennox. both of them were laying on the ground, Everly tried to rise her self up. the moment she saw Lennox' face she started sparkling.

Everly said with all excited tone: "your majesty, I caught the ghost__".

while standing and before she could complete her sentence, her feet tripped.

ending with a bang, Everly passed out.

Lennox :"....."

jennings:"...."