Bonding Time

Few hours have passed since the noble's meeting began. After a while of heated discussion between the lower noble, the king who'd been silent since the beginning of the meeting suddenly stood up.

"Alright, it seems it's getting late. Let's end this meeting." said King Leon.

After that, one of the nobles asked politely, "Pardon me, My liege. You still have not chosen your companion to go towards Roundel."

"Did I? Then, I will choose Duke Victory and Marquis Leroy to accompany me to go towards Roundel." replied casually.

Both the duke and marquis immediately respond, "As you wish, My liege."

"Alright, since it's decided, let's end this meeting. Good night everyone." Said King Leon casually while leaving the room.

'Then, for what we get heated discussions all this time?!!' thought everyone except the dukes.

Still, the nobles could only swallow this silently before leaving the room dejectedly at their king's antics.

The Heart king has very eccentric behavior. Sometimes he likes to be playful like this, but a moment later, he could execute a random noble just because they speak a little bit too loud. As for the actual reason behind it, only the king and a few higher up know about it.

However, everyone respects him. Even the corrupt noble will say that he is worthy as the king. All of this is because he is a legendary figure of a 7th-grade king that is rarer than finding a unicorn.

Moreover, his famous deed where he managed to obliterate a small kingdom by himself in one day. Because of this, the heart kingdom rose to become the strongest kingdom among the human race.

7th grade is the pinnacle power in this world, and among the 7th-grade combatant, King Leon himself is categorized as the strong one.

Because of this, the other noble that wants to plot against him is non-existent. In front of absolute power, no matter how many tricks the others have, it is useless.

Therefore there is almost no turmoil or rebellion inside the kingdom that has 7th grade as the leader. The strength of these powerful beings is akin to a god that is walking among mortals.

The only reason why King Leon carefully picked the trustful aide during this trip is that the only one that could kill and beat a 7th-grade person is the other 7th-grade people.

So, although this gathering is happening in the strongest and most peaceful city, it is also at the same time the most dangerous place for him.

After the end of the meeting, Duke Victory also went back to his manor. He needed to prepare for many things before leaving with the king to Roundel city. Arriving at his manor, he immediately went towards the underground room while asking the staff to call Angus.

The underground room is a vast room that is enchanted with various strong enchantments. It could be said the room is one of the safest places beside the grand palace in the capital city.

Entering the room, the duke began to think again about Angus's behavior in the last few years. No matter how much he thought about his son, he always felt that his son was an enigma.

Even after his strength increased to 6th grade, he still cannot see the truth about his son. With the situation where he will go to dangerous meetings at the roundel city, he becomes more restless.

While thinking this, Angus arrived at the room, "Ehh.. I don't know we have this stupidly huge room under the manor." said Angus rudely commented to show his irk being called this late.

After Angus medicates his father, he becomes more casual to his father than before. Moreover, Angus hated the noble etiquette and thought of it as nothing but a hassle.

Living a few years as a high noble, Angus understands that noble ethics is nothing but a false facade. This teaching contradicts his principle as a martial artist, where he needs to become true to himself.

Hearing Angus's rude comment, "Haa.. forget it, Angus do you know why called you here?" asked the Duke.

'How would I know? You are the one that is calling me here, for god sake!! That's it. I am leaving!' Grumbled Angus inwardly as he thought of a way to go away from this room silently.

Suddenly, the duke commanded, "Shadow Guard, protect this room and don't let anyone bother us until further notice."

The duke's shadow immediately moved and closed the entrance door. Looking at this, Angus could only sigh silently.

"Now, there are only two of us. Angus, how did you know the way to treat my wound?" asked the duke seriously.

"I read it in the book." Angus lies blatantly.

Hearing about Angus lie, 'Damn brat, If it is that easy, then there will be no casualty from a high-grade monster.' Curse Jacob inwardly.

"Haa… Forget it. Angus, the king, asked me to accompany him to Roundel city." said Jacob.

"Okay… So?" replied Angus casually.

"Actually, I don't know how long I will be gone. It could be only a few weeks or a long time. So, before leaving, I want to know more about my own son." said the duke seriously.

"O-Okay.. then what…" Before he finishes his sentence, he feels a blunt force hit him. *Bam*

Angus immediately flew towards the wall.

"That's why I decided to have a little sparring. The rules are simple. All you need to do is land one hit on me. Until then, we will continue our little spar. So, what do you say, Angus?" As the duke instacast few [Firebolt] towards Angus at fast speed. *Bam* *Bam* *Bam*

[Beast Walk] Angus instantly avoided the firebolt. "Damn, old man, Did you want to kill your own son?!"

"Hooo… But, you're still alive, aren't you?" as duke Jacob keeps summoning more and more [Firebolt] towards Angus. *Bam* *Bam* *Bam*

Angus didn't have any choice but keep dodging the incoming [Firebolt]. Still, the incoming attack becomes harder to avoid as it comes endlessly.

"Come on, Angus, we can do this all day unless you land a hit on me." Said the duke