Kings Audience

After days of preparation and relaxation on his stunning floating island, Alex was finally ready for his audience with the king of Lestia. He had spent his time negotiating for lands with undiscovered mines throughout the kingdom and was confident that he had made the right choices.

Alex had taken great care in his appearance for this important meeting. He donned a classic and refined blue suit that hugged his chiseled body, and his neatly combed brown hair complemented his piercing blue eyes, making him look breathtakingly handsome.

As he made his way out of his castle, Alfred had already opened a gate for him at the gate, ready to teleport him straight to the capital city of Lestein.

"You look wonderful, my Liege"

"Thank you, Aura" {Typing ouroboros every time is truly annoying so I made up with that Aura is nickname for Ouroboros which only Alex refers her with}

Patting Aura who had now coiled over his arm Alex passed through the gate teleporting to Lestein.

As Alex arrived in the capital city of Lestein, he couldn't help but admire the grandeur of the city. The streets were bustling with people, and the buildings were tall and magnificent. He walked towards the palace, which was situated at the center of the city.

As he entered the palace, he was greeted by the sight of the throne room. The room was vast, and the walls were adorned with beautiful tapestries. The throne at the end of the room was made of gold and studded with precious gems.

Alex approached the throne with a graceful stride, his eyes scanning the room as he made his way towards the king. As he neared the end of the room, he bowed deeply before the king, showing his respect for the ruler of the kingdom.

"Your Majesty," he said in a deep and confident voice. "It is an honor to be in your presence."

The king acknowledged his greeting with a nod of his head before offering Alex of a seat. As Alex sat down, the king began to speak.

"Alexander Crown," the king said, his voice resonating throughout the room. "I have heard much about your exploits in the kingdom. You have proven yourself to be a skilled adventurer by becoming a silver ranking adventurer "

Alex smiled humbly at the king's words.

"As a reward for your contributions to the kingdom," the king continued, "I would like to offer you a chance to become a noble of the rank of Viscount. With your talents, you could contribute greatly to the governance of our land."

Alex's smile didn't faltered in a slightest as he heard the king's offer. He had already expected this, and he knew that becoming a noble would come with its own set of responsibilities and obligations.

"Your Majesty," Alex said respectfully. "I appreciate the honor you bestow upon me, but I must decline. I wish to continue my adventures and business dealings without the burden of noble duties."

The king looked at Alex for a moment, considering his words. "You know, Alexander," he said after a pause. "You can continue to be an adventurer, even as a noble. Your status would only serve to enhance your reputation and give you more influence and resources."

Alex shook his head firmly. "I understand, Your Majesty, but my heart lies in adventure and commerce. I do not wish to be weighed down by the duties of a noble. I hope you can understand my decision."

The king looked at Alex for a moment, his eyes studying the young man carefully. Finally, he was about to nod his head in agreement but before that a middle aged noble sitting at one of the seats got up.

Hearing Alex's decline, the middle-aged noble's face contorted in fury. "You are insolent to decline the offer of the king!" he exclaimed. The other nobles murmured in agreement, their disapproving glances directed towards Alex.

Alex remained calm, despite the hostile environment.

The middle-aged noble continued to berate Alex, his voice rising with every word. "You are nothing but a commoner. You should be grateful for this opportunity to become a noble of the kingdom!"

Alex's eyes narrowed as the noble's words were really annoying him.

As the noble continued his tirade, the guards surrounding Alex took a step forward, their hands moving towards their weapons.

"Guards arrest this insolent brat for disrespecting the generosity of the king"

Finally the noble asked the guards to arrest Alex but before they could move even a bit a terrifying pressure was released from Aura who had been silently watching the noble insulting her lord.

Aura who transformed into her original form though still shorter in size due to being inside the castle released her intimidating pressure making everyone excluding Alex to fall on their knees and facing difficulties in breathing.

"How dare you lowly human insult my master"

Aura looked at the noble with her glowing golden eyes while speaking in deep voice sending shivers down the spines of everyone present.

Aura swept her tail sending the guards who stepped forward to flew over crashing on the walls of the room.

"It's enough"

Before Aura do anything else Alex quickly intervened and asked Aura to calmed down.

Aura took back her intimidation and once again changed back to her tiny form coiling around her master's arm.

The nobles along with the king who were freed from the pressure of Aura were still on their knees gasping hardly for air while looking at Alex with wide eyes filled with shock.

"I apologised for my contracted beast's behaviour as she lost her composure over there"

Alex said as he bowed a little giving a fake apology to the nobles present.

Alexed looked over at the noble who had insulted him and was the main target of Auras pressure.

The noble knelt on the ground, soaked in his own sweat and urine, Alex looked at him with indifference and looked over the king whose face was covered with sweat.

"Your Majesty, I apologize once again for any trouble my presence has caused. I humbly request to be excused from further audience at this time."

Saying just that with a light bow Alex made his way out of the throne room.