CHAPTER 4
[Lilliana]
At the first chapters of EVE'S WISH novel, tells about the story of a peaceful nation. Where people are reunited with no discrimination included.
Ruled by no one, but their own selves. But then, a life without a villain is just a plain and boring story. And so, the aristocrats who hold the most money planned to create their own world.
A world where they can be the RULER. As the aristocrats saw that they could gain fame by buying people from the lower class, A war started to flame.
At first, it was all about 'WHO CAN MAKE THE BIGGER CIRCLE.' but as time passes by, people wanted to do more, create more, and gain more allies. It became a war of POWER AND GREED.
Azareth, who's watching his creations fell into chaos, can't do anything. As Cain [The God of War] blessed his favorite people and help them to build their own greed.
But the mess doesn't stop there. The aristocrats continue to debate about the rules and regulations that they must follow. Until one day, they decided to fight for POWER instead.
At first, The Aristocrats were divided into 5 groups. The people from the Highest, The Higher, The Middle, The Lower and the Commoners who don't hold any special things, including the money. And so the peaceful nation back then started to treat each other with discrimination.
The commoners were forced to pick sides. And when they don't, they'll die. None of them picked death. And so, the nation was divided and MANY CASTLES are born and created.
The Empire of Envielle who's being ruled by a lovely couple who doesn't want to get involved in the POWER of other aristocrats. The Envielle is a place surrounded by nature. A place where people work for their own food.
Vdronia Kingdom who's being ruled by a famous aristocrat named Zereth. A smart King who receives the blessing of Cain. A Kingdom where modern technology rises as time passes by.
Revaria Empire, who's ruled by an Empress and not an Emperor. The woman who receives Athena's shield and the one who fought for her own Kingdom with such bravery. A Kingdom where women are much superior than their husbands.
And the Empire of Creotus, where Eve was born. The Empire was known to be the lowest Empire from before. However, The Empire became popular as they've been recognized because of its incredible swordsmanship.
The Four Kingdoms are the only one who survived as the war of the aristocrats ended. The other empire, who lost from the war picked another Empire to serve. A new leader to follow.
And so, Luna, who's looking at the picture steps back as she remembers those pages content. It was indeed an interesting story. But that is just the beginning as the battle will finally start again.
"Take me to the King." Even though Eve wanted to ask about Luna's intention, she never bothers to ask her and just guide Luna to the Empire's hall.
"I hoped that the both of you are having fun in the palace. It'll be lovely to have you as my visitors." King Harold said while giving Eve and Luna a smile.
But Luna steps forward as she's determined to tell her intentions. "Even if it's too much to ask, but the king should prepare all the knights as early as possible."
"You might not believe in my words, but a war will happen in the Empire months from now. It will cause chaos to Creotus and lots of life will be taken, Your Majesty." It was supposed to be a private talk with the king.
But Luna wanted all people to know that this Empire will be in danger if not careful,. "Lord Zereth will take a move soon Your Highness." Luna said. She knows that The King from Vdronia is a smart man. After all, the Empire was blessed by the God of War.
"Can you take responsibility for what did you just said? The thing that you did cost your life Lady Luna. You just accused The King of Vdronia that he'll terrorize this Empire."
"Your Highness Harold is a smart person. You know that this'll happen soon so you're preparing the knights in secret. But the ability of our knights can't beat a smart person like Lord Zereth." After all Luna knows the plan of Vdronia Empire.
"Do you have any evidences for your accusations?" Eve steps forward as she shows the knife. "This is what we found at our residence Your Highness." Luna can't help, but to think about the assassination from last night.
To think that Luna sees how Eve beat the assassins gave her an idea. And that is, to visit the palace and spread the word to the King as early as possible.
The Emperor looks at the knife as he inspects it carefully. Luna clears her throat as she continues. "Last night, an intruder came through my butler's veranda. As the assassination failed, the man killed himself voluntarily before we can even interrogate him."
"It looks like an ordinary knife when it's near Your Highness, but as you can see, the design is different from this Empire. What you see right now is a knife that has a fix or folding blade., It is made of titanium that can only be found at—"
"VDRONIA KINGDOM." They said in harmony. "I was amazed by the ability of Lady Luna." The King said while he looks at her.
He knows that the Svena family always has a trick on their sleeves.
"I will investigate about this matter. The Lady is a big help, thank you for informing me. I will ask my son to hire some people to watch the Vdronia Kingdom. Until then, Miss Eve," Eve kneels her right knee as she placed her right hand to her left chest.
"Yes, Your Majesty." The King stands up as he gave her the Empire's sword. "I will give you the rights to order my knights. Days from now, I will send you a letter of notice. I will hire you as the Empire's Master Teacher."
"A pleasure, Your Majesty." Eve answered as her peripheral vision can see Luna's warm smiles. After all, her first plan is finished. As they left the King's hall, Eve decided to observe the knights in training.
Luna's smile suddenly fades as soon as Eve opens her mouth. "I was just wondering on how did the Lady knows about the Kingdom of Vdronia? I never teach you anything about it."
"How did you know that the knife came from that Empire?" As much as Eve wants to be silent, she can't help, but to be swallowed by her own curiosity.
Luna went in silent. She stands still as she felt the heavy wind passing through her cold skin. "I hid it, but I was actually reading books about the Empire's history as well as the recorded events. I know that Eve fought for the Empire's honor for too many times and at the same time, Eve is also serving my family's lineage, so I wanted to at least help you..."
"Did I do something unpleasant to Eve?" Eve sighs as she looks at her. "It's a dangerous bet, Miss Luna. You should've talked the case with His Highness in private." Eve said while Luna is looking at her straight in her eyes.
"But I think the people should be aware about their situation. This is to get ready for the war. If we want to help people, then they shouldn't stay on being an ignorant citizen."
"We have Royal guards, maids, butlers, and knights, but is it really enough? We all should protect ourselves individually. PEOPLE need to FIGHT for themselves. If we keep depending on people we trust, doesn't it consider as BEING A BURDEN?" At some way, Luna's radiance is too bright for Eve.
It feels like she's listening to the future Empress. "I know Eve will protect me. So even if it's a dangerous bet, I know you'll be on my side." Eve flicks Luna's head slightly as she doesn't know what to do with the stubborn lady.
"Be thankful that his highness believe your words. If not, both of us will not be able to go back to the manor." But in reality, it's more like LUNA is the only one who will not be able to go back.
After all Eve will be reincarnated again...
"Aren't you happy? The King already gave you permission to be the Master of those Knights." Eve, who used to read people's mind can't read what her lady is thinking right now.
"It's more like a RESPONSIBILITY than a simple permission." Eve said as she ties her hair.
"If the training starts, I'll be busy teaching the knights. What about the lady?" Luna chuckles as Eve said those words. "The King said he'll be glad if we can visit the palace often. I can watch Eve's strategy on teaching everyday!" Thinking about it makes Luna hyped!
She can cook for her, they can eat together, and the fact that she can even watch her idol everyday is a blessing! "Ahhh!!!! I'm excited!" Eve shakes her head as Luna raised her right hand. But Luna's smile once again, doesn't last for long.
"It's a coincidence to see Lady Luna in the palace." A lady with an elegant presence came in. The water of this Empire, Princess Lilliana Lowell.
"Greetings Princess Lilliana." The Princess smiles as soon as Eve greeted her. "It's been a while Miss Eve." Lilliana lays her forehand as Eve looks at her Lady.
Instead of kissing it, Eve decided to tap her nose to Lilliana's forehand as a sign of respect to the Princess. Luna, who's laughing inside, smiles in front of the Princess.
"I didn't expect to sensed the Lady's presence in here. I thought that you're scared every time you're visiting the palace." Su wen can feel that the original Luna is somehow afraid to the Princess.
'Are you testing my patience you little brat?' If Luna can only say that in the Princess, then she probably would've said it earlier.
"Greetings to the Empire's Princess." Luna ignored Lilliana's mockery as she decided to greet her as a sign of LITTLE RESPECT. "I heard about Lady Luna's weak body. Is it really alright for you to roam around the palace?" Instead of getting mad over small matters, Luna decided to play the game smoothly.
"The Princess beautiful skin will burn in the sun if you don't take care of it." But behind of this pretty response is the meaning of 'It is none of your business.'
Lilliana chuckles as soon as she realized the meaning behind those words. "Fair enough Lady Luna, I'm sorry if I wasted your time. Well then, see you around." As the Princess left their sight, Luna started to observe Eve's expression.
"The Princess is so pretty." Luna started as they observe the knights in training.
"Yes, she is."
"She has a soft voice."
"Indeed."
"Her hair looks so soft too."
"It is."
"Are you close to each other?"
"Somehow." Eve, who looks confused finally faces her Lady. "Miss Eve, Just how often are you visiting the palace -.-?"
"As Miss Luna studied, I am also serving the Imperial family. Although I rejected the offer of being a Head Knight, I have the responsibility to watch these knights to grow."
"And If the lady is wondering about how I met the Princess, I met her at the banquet. The Princess is filled with confidence as soon as she approached me. She was smiling brightly as she greeted me."
"As we finished the introductions, she asked me why am I alone and I said that I just attended the banquet to watch over your parents. Then she opens different topic for us to talk."
"The Princess continues to accompany me on that night. Although the Princess was just 16 years old at that time, the Princess has a mature thinking with a positive attitude."
"She must be a wonderful person to talk to." Luna said as her face gets dimmed.
"The Princess has an interesting attitude. But Lady Luna's smile is surely different from the Princess." Eve touches Luna's cheeks as she looks at her in the eyes.
"After all, Lady Luna's smile is warmer than the Princess." Luna stopped as her face will explode in any time.
'AGAIN! HOW CAN SHE SAY THAT WITH A STRAIGHT FACE?!'