Chapter 13 (The Queen)

As Kazuma walks back down the mountain, he sees a very fancy carriage. Its primary color was blue and its secondary color was white. He then saw a beautiful woman walk out of the carriage and stand outside of it. Soon after, 5 other men walked close to her side. They looked as if the were guarding her. These men weren't wearing natural guard uniforms though. They looked as if they were trained warriors and assassins, that was ready to strike at any given moment. Kazuma was about to walk past them and head into the bar when suddenly the lady spoke.

Unknown Woman: Are you, Kazuma?

Kazuma: Who's asking?

Unknown Woman: I am "Henzia Gold", queen of the empire.

Kazuma: So that makes you the mother of "Frantasia". Speaking of "Frantasia", where is she.

Henzia Gold: I've decided to personally recover my daughter. My men and I have shown up ahead of time and I have already sent "Frantasia" on her way back to the capitol. All that's left is you.

Kazuma: I see. In any case, I've already decided to run to the capitol to get a good grasp of my physical capabilities.

Henzia Gold: Y- You want to run...?

Kazuma: I don't necessarily want to. More like, I need to do a certain experiment. It involves me running.

Henzia Gold: I see. Very well then. Just make sure that you can keep up with the carriage.

Kazuma: I will.

After this brief exchange of words, Henzia returned to the carriage along with her guards. Kazuma ran steadily behind the carriage. After about an hour or so, he started to feel himself getting slightly tired but kept running. Upon reaching the kingdom, Kazuma was amazed. It was much different than what he had imagined. It was extremely massive and it was filled to the brim with lots of people. There were restaurants everywhere and there was noise all around him. The carriage kept going further and further until it reached the palace gates. Henzia and all her guards got out of the carriage and walked to the inner chamber alongside with Kazuma. When they reached the king's chambers, Kazuma was astounded. It was to fancy for his taste. Henzia sat next to the king and Kazuma noticed that Frantasia was also seated next to the King.

The King: Is he the boy you were telling me about?

Frantasia: Yes, that's him.

The king stared at Kazuma for what felt like an hour and then...

To Be Continued...