Royal Palace

Encased in a bright light Simon´s and Mavis' surroundings changed as they were now inside a similar white marbled room, but much bigger and secure.

As it wasn´t their first time inside the royal palace or using a warp circle they stayed calm and waited for a guard nearby to approach them to confirm that they are the right person.

The five guards that are clad in heavy prestige armor gleamed in the crystal light that illuminated the room. Their faces fully veiled as they held long spears with golden blades mounted on top. The stoic knights moved effortlessly as they encircled them. One of them stepped forward and spoke in a deep manner, "Name and state of your reason."

Mavis was the first one to speak and bowed slightly, "Mavis Mevulus, and here on behalf of the king."

"Simon Ferum, also here on behalf of the king."

With a nod the knight pulled out a small black rectangle stone slab and an elegant dagger out, that has the royal family's sigil on its hilt, "one drop of your blood if you may." said the knight in a polite way.

Mavis took the beautiful but plain knife and pricked his finger lightly. Letting a drop of his blood splat on the stone slap a blue screen appeared.

[Status]

Name: Mavis Mevulus

Race: Monary

Main Job: Star Mage

Sub Job: Inventor, Researcher, Alchemist, Explorer

Level: 312

Nodding to himself Mavis gave the now clean knife to Simon as it absorbed the remaining blood on the blade.

Doing the same thing he let his blood drop on the stone slab.

[Status]

Name: Simon Ferum

Race: Human

Main Job: Spirit Mage

Sub Job: Researcher, Explorer

Level: 77

Seeing his level compared to his uncles he let out a sigh 'He is still getting stronger... how did he even get the time to level up staying the majority of his time researching and tinkling!?..."

He knows that his uncle is stupidly strong, from not only his racial attributes but also his hard work, making him one of the strongest mages in the kingdom of Vextia, but due to his love for research, he was far weaker than he could have reached. Well, no one really blames him for that as they know how hard it is to level up once you reach level 300.

Finishing checking their identities, two of the guards opened the giant double door leading to a long corridor with many flouting spirits that are used as light sources and as an extra defense mechanism in the case someone unwanted intruded.

The hallway was laid out with a beautiful red carpet and many paintings of the royal families and slain monsters.

Reaching another double door that looked much sturdier, the two guards in similar white and gold armor as the previous one opened the door, revealing a marvelous room that could house thousands of people inside. Strong white support pillars hold the high ceiling, a red carpet leads to the end of the room. On top of a small podium, two golden-white thrones sit in the middle towering over anyone stepping inside the room. Rows of guards flanked the red carpet as Simon and Mavis walked through the room. Once reaching the steps at the end of the room they kneeled down.

"You may raise your heads." spoke an amicable voice.

Doing as they were told they looked up seeing an elegantly dressed man in his early 40s with long flowing white hair. His broad shoulder making him look reliable and strong with a very muscular build that could be seen underneath his royal garments. But the most striking features are his eyes. The two golden slit eyes that are shining with life and power starred at them, as he wore a stern demeanor.

On his right sat a beautiful woman with amber hair. She gave off a calm and motherly aura, that contradicted that of her husband´s. The woman who wore a small smile didn´t look older than she was in her 30s and is currently in her prime. Both of them wore golden crowns that were heavily decorated.

Looking slightly to the side Simon could see a young woman with snow-white hair similar to the king standing on the right of the queen. Seeing him glance at her she smiled and slightly waved at him. "You will be setting out tomorrow at sunrise. I have prepared a team that will be accompanying you two as well as my daughter, Katharina. I have high expectations from you two, so don´t disappoint me." hearing the strong voice, Simon´s head turned towards him as he and Mavis said in unison "You won´t be disappointed, my king."

Satisfied at their response the king continued, "I have prepared rooms for you to get some rest before the expedition and just ask one of the maids or butlers if you two need something. Alfred here will show you the meeting room where the group is currently planning. You can now go and meet the team that will be accompanying you two. May Suha guide you on your dive."

Standing up the two bowed before following an elderly man dressed in elegant butler's attire out of the room.

The butler named Alfred led them to a large room with a circular table in the middle. The people around the table who were talking and chatting with each other all stopped and looked at the three who opened the door.

"Just call me if you need something. I will be waiting outside", said Alfred calmly and closed the door behind them.

Mavis walked up to the table quickly followed by Simon and sat on a free chair before looking in the round.

The group that sat around the table are consisting of a short young-looking boy, a fierce-looking man with bulging muscles, a veiled woman with long silky black hair, an outgoing sunny girl, and lastly a shy elven girl who had short blond hair and a bird on her shoulder.

Suddenly the fierce-looking man´s eyes widened as a massive grin spread on his face. "Bahahahaha, to think that we will be guarding Mavis Mevulus of all people. Bahahahaha" laughing boisterous he slapped his knees trying to hold back his laughter but failing miserably.

Simon who was confused by his sudden outburst looked at Mavis, his eyes asking for answers. Mavis just smiled and chuckled, "Indeed this is quite a funny situation we have here. It is good to see you well, Patrus, or should I say, Sun Lion?"

Scratching the back of his face Patrus said somewhat embarrassed, "No no just call me Patrus. It would feel awkward to call me by that nickname..."

The rest of the group is as bewildered by the two interactions as Simon. "Hey hey from where do you know THE Mavis Mevulus~?" asked an overly excited girl with shining eyes while poking Patrus muscular arm.

But before he could say a word Mavis chimed in and smiled at her, "It is a long story, but the short version is, I helped him when he was in a tough situation."

"Heee~ can I shake your hand!?" Giving the hunk of a man a sidelong stare she stood up and bowed before Mavis with an outstretched hand.

Not expecting her to ask for a handshake he stammered, "Ah eh, sure..."

Grabbing her hand and shaking it she looked up with gleaming eyes while squealing in delight, before sitting back in her seat while muttering to herself how she won´t clean her hands ever again.

Simon who saw that hit him in the side with his elbow while commenting, "Aren´t you so ever popular with the ladies~?"

Seeing the shit-eating grin on his nephew's face he grimaced before firing back, "Hmmm, and what about you and the second princess?"

"Wha- I told you it´s nothing between me and Katharina."

The rest of the group glanced curiously at Simon as they were interested in his relationship with the second princess who is as cold as snow towards men. She is even known for destroying a nobleman´s and his father´s family jewels for trying to court her.

Right at that moment, the doors opened as a beautiful young woman entered the room. Looking around she inspected everyone inside. As she looked around she spotted the young spirit mage before her blue eyes focused on him.

"""Princess!!!""" said everyone out loud with different emotions.