Chapter 138 - 138: The Last War Gathering. (2/2)

Loud cheers resounded amongst the crowd as the commoners raised their weapons on hand. Quite few of the nobles reacted to her speech, giving it a nod but most remained silent.

The one who had given the speech may have been the queen in place, but they all knew she achieved it through immoral means.

Not to mention, she held no royal blood within her. The older nobles weren't buying it.

Especially when they had received news that Ruby, the King's first and only daughter of royal blood which lived was spotted around the city.

Many of the nobles were curious as to why the princess had returned and no announcement had been made.

The queen dowager was without a doubt planning something.

Most of the nobles had joined in not for their families but because they assumed they would have been able to find Ruby, at the scene.

They all had the same common question going through their minds. 'Where is she?' and 'Is she really alive?'

From where she stood, the Queen couldn't help but smile. She knew exactly what most of the nobles were thinking.

How they suspected her, how they didn't trust nor have any loyalty towards her and lastly how they were all wondering where the rumoured Ruby was.

Despite that, she didn't care. Rather, it seemed to work in her favour.

'Everything is going according to plan...' She thought to herself with a smile.

”Well then, my people!! Board your-”

”STOP!!!!”

A loud shout echoed throughout the dock, and shore drawing away all their attention from the Queen dowager to Ruby.

The shout had come from the top of the ship, instantly drawing all the attention.

Turning to the source, a shocked expression manifested on their faces.

A gorgeous petite girl with long black hair tied by bright yellow ribbons, holding onto a battle axe almost twice her size could be seen.

”That's... The princess...?”

”She was alive?”

”I was told she died.. I can't believe it.”

A somewhat saddened expression could be seen on her face as she appeared before them. ”Everybody listen up!!” She yelled out once more with a nervous look.

Her sudden appearance didn't surprise the queen at all, but rather amused her in a way.

'Now let's see how things will play out little princess...'

She shook her head before slamming both of her hands on her cheek causing it to slightly redden and swell.

Her look became more determined and her eyes were clear.

Just as she opened her mouth to speak however-  *Swoosh*

Three figures zoomed past her at speeds faster than the regular eye could see.

Even she was only able to catch a bare glimpse of it.

*Splash*

The water splashed around them as they crashed into the space in between the two boats.

Turning to the scene, the entire shore had become silent.

'Was that Gray...?' Ruby asked filled with surprise.

As the water began to subside three figures emerged, standing on top of the ocean.