War?

Dan was at home. Aurora told him that he should stay at home until further notice.

'Being separated from her for this long is frustrating. Sigh*, first being okay with her having sex with others, and now...," he thought as he mixed the herbs. Despite feeling turned on by recent events, he felt a bit depressed.

'But no matter what, it's not more important than our lives. "Being powerless will do no good.'

*Knock*Knock*

The sound of the door knocking pulled him out of his thoughts. Opening the door, he saw an old man (but not old enough to consider him fragile) in a dark suit waiting for him.

"You are Dan, right? The lady Aurora's suggested guard?" He asked without greeting.

"This man doesn't seem ordinary." Dan became cautious. He wasn't offended by his attitude; after all, he knew those in power tend to look down on those below. So after seconds of thinking, he said, "Yes. That would be me."

"Very good. In three days, come to the citiy Lord's castle. Our lord, the Seventh Prince, had you summoned."

"Ah. Sure?" He said he was confused.

The butler snorted and, without any more words, turned around and left toward a luxurious carriage at the end of the street.

'What was that? Why do they want to meet me? Seventh Prince, isn't he the one who wants to "marry' Rora? He... Is she behind this?' He was skeptical about summoning, but he was becoming more certain that Aurora was behind this event.

"What are you planning Aurora? Why don't you tell me about it?" He murmured as closed the door.

.........…

Castle was not so different from his expectations; although he saw it from afar, it was the first time he had seen it this close. After confirming his identity and the butler's words, he was led by a guard into the castle. Despite the appearance of an old castle eroded by the power of time, the inside was more surprising.

Numerous rooms, old and new decorations, paintings, and other handiworks could be seen through halls and corridors.

Dan was led to a relatively big white door. He saw a big, muscular man in light armorr. He saw a big, muscular man in light armor. The guard who led Dan through the castle saluted the man; he just waved his hand and said, "Dismissed."

After the guard left, his gaze fell on Dan. Dan felt a little uncomfortable with his evaluative gaze.

"Ah. I am Dan, Lady Aurora's guard. I came because of the Seventh Prince's summoning."

Dan broke the awkward silence.

The muscular man, apparently someone of high status, nodded slowly.

Hall descends in silence as both don't exchange any further words.

Dan's attention was also drawn to the door. Due to the sudden silence, a faint voice could be heard from the door. Moans and grunts—even the distinct sound of slapping—could've been heard if one listened closer.

Dan also felt the familiar warm feeling spread throughout his body. He looked away, awkwardly guessing something in his mind.

They waited for a few minutes. Dan didn't ask why they were waiting; the noises were enough proof of his wife's 'activity' on the other side.

Dan swung open the door, and the man in a butler's suit and gray mustache came out.

Dan was surprised by his presence in the private chamber of the prince, but he assumed it was for safety or other measures.

The butler looked at him and smiled faintly, then said, "Thanks for the wait, Count Marcus and Mister Dan. You can enter now."

He stepped aside and made way for them.

The muscular man, Count Marcus, first entered. Dan also followed behind after Butler nodded. Soon both were standing in front of the couch in the middle of the chamber.

Prince, with his shirt unbuttoned at the top, exposing his chest, was holding Aurora's waist as she rested her plump ass on his lap.

Both of their faces were flushed, and the prince's breaths were deep.

Dan bowed in an uncomfortable manner and was about to speak when Prince interrupted him as if he didn't exist.

"My dear Count! Welcome. I apologize for the inconvenience. Come. Sit, we need to discuss my dear brother's plans."

The count nodded and sat down on a chair that the butler provided. "But Your Highness, forgive me, but isn't it a matter to be discussed in a more private environment?" he said as he looked at Dan and Aurora.

"Haha. Don't worry, my Rora is the mastermind behind this gathering. As for this young man, his presence is necessary for our plans."

Dan felt a slight pain in his heart as he heard 'my Rora' from the prince's mouth. Then there were other feelings, like jealousy and arousal. He looked at Aurora, and she smiled knowingly.

"Well. If his highness says so, then I have no objection." The count responded, and the atmosphere changed to a serious one as Aurora moved and sat beside the prince.

Dan was in an awkward position. He didn't know the purpose of the summoning and was having headaches about how he should act in front of royalty.

Seeing a chair prepared for him, he sat down stiffly and decided to speak when asked.

"So, count Marcus, my dear friend. As you already know, my brother is leading a campaign against some barbarians at the northern border." Count nodded. "And being successful in this one will greatly enhance his influence." This sentence caused Dan's inner world to be in turmoil. This information isn't something someone like me would know. I have been put in a position of no return!' he thought.

The prince continued, "So not letting him achieve all of the credits is our course of action." At this point, count wanted to say anything, but he was stopped by prince.

"And I don't mean to sabotage his efforts, no. I wanted to send an army, but that is costly, and its effect may not be that great. I want to send someone to the battlefield so he can shine gloriously, and this light, with our help, will cast a shadow on the deeds of my brother."

The Count took a full minute to digest the Prince's words. All the while, Dan had a headache. He understood that Aurora had suggested him for this role. He couldn't justify his presence any other way.

"But the person must be insanely capable to overshadow an army's credits." The count voiced his doubts. ' Such a person must have battle-type, high, or even super-grade ability," he thought.

"Of course such a person exists; if not, I would never waste your and his highness's time by suggesting my capable guard." Aurora spoke as she looked at the count and then at Dan.

Count Marcus, taken back by the sudden words of Aurora after glancing at her charming face, looked at the young man sitting awkwardly on a chair.

"Yes. My lovely Rora suggested this young man." Prince confirmed.

"He is strong. But is he strong enough?"

The Count's statement caught both Dan and Prince by surprise. Dan was confused, while Prince looked at him curiously.

"If my friend has such an assessment of this young man..." "Dan" Aurora corrected "Yes, our friend, Dan, then indeed there could be hope for this task." Prince said.

"But I have to trouble you, my friend, for his training. My Rora said he is not experienced in the matter of war and battle."

"Then by the time the training is finished, he will be a game-changing element."

"Indeed. As for you, my friend, if you can achieve some much-wanted result, you will be heavily rewarded. Being a knight is not far-fetched." Prince smiled.

"Ah….." 'What can I say?" No? After saying this much, it's clear that they don't even consider his opinions.' He then looked at Aurora. She only smiled apologetically.

'Sigh* just what I'm gonna do? Isn't war dangerous? Is she that confident? Is she confident in herself and gaining power? Dan almost shook his head. 'Well, it doesn't matter.'

"I will try my best, your highness."