90 Elumar, An Old Friend (1/2)

At the very core of Earling Star, within a verdant field that was more than 40 acres in size, surrounded by high walls and a towering gate which was protected by well-dressed guards with state-of-the-art rifles. A massive castle that covered more than eighty thousand square meters rested at the center of an artificially created lake. Its ground neatly paved with marble that created a trail towards its large doors.

Occasionally, one would notice a few men and women garbed in fine wears traveling about the passageways, as they headed towards various areas of the palace. The evening wind gently blew across this royal land, sweeping a few straggling leaves from land's trees across the compound, as it rustled the lower hem corners of the noble women's dresses while ruffling the hairs of others.

One such leaf made its way towards a deeper section of the palace, dancing along with the wind as if it were performing to nature's song. Here was an area surrounded by roses of all kinds, with lush fields that were pleasing to the eyes, along with fountains and other ornaments positioned at various locations. A fresh fragrance wafted with the wind that could soothe the soul of any who wandered into this domain.

Currently, a chair rested at the center of this field; its back turned from the world as the person who seated within it faced the distance, gazing into the unknown. His right hand was gently holding a glass of wine that he shook circularly. He had dark blue hair that was vaguely visible and was dressed in a white-colored a royal formal wear. A few moments passed as the individual in the chair continued to watch the setting sun in silence while drinking his wine.

Eventually, however, a slight number of footsteps were heard from behind him followed by a few words, \”We greet the Crown Prince Elumar.\”

Elumar hearing this didn't even turn his head, he continued to spin his wine glass as he focused on the sun that was turning blood red as he spoke in a calm tone, \”You're late, what was it this time?\”

The persons behind Elumar remained silent before one of them spoke, \”We were dealing with some... interpersonal issues, sorry for the delay.\”

Elumar remained silent for a moment before he replied, \”Oh, well isn't that something, to think that your group would be having troubles already. Still, I suppose it's to be expected...\”

As Elumar said this, his vaguely revealed mouth made a faint smile before he spoke, \”Have you brought the things I've requested?\”

\”Yes, we have, please have a look and see if it's to your liking prince,\” A person behind him spoke as he then placed a tablet onto the wine table by Elumar's side.

When Elumar glanced at the tablet, he noticed a familiar face, which caused his smile to grow even more prominent. He then waved his hand to the group and spoke, \”Good work, you may take your leave,\”

The men bowed before turning around, but one of them showed a hint of hesitation as if he was uncertain if he should leave.

Elumar sensed that the person was still behind him; he spoke in a somewhat indifferent tone, \”Say what you wish,\”

The man hearing this gulped before speaking, \”Prince Elumar, there is the matter about the King, his excellency would like to know your plan regarding the steps forward.\”

Elumar didn't show any reactions as he heard this, his back still facing the others as he gazed at the setting sun. Soon, his mouth opened as he replied, \”My father is naturally not feeling well. I'm afraid he also won't have the time to partake in the new age. Tell that fellow of yours not to worry, as I shall be the one to see my father off personally.\”

The man hearing this nodded and bowed as here replied, \”Excellent news, I shall report this to his excellency.\”

\”You may go,\” Elumar said in a dismissive tone.

The man hearing this left the area along with the others, leaving behind the silent scene of the setting sun. Soon, the sun had entirely faded beyond the horizon, enveloping the world into the darkness of night.

Elumar looked at the starry night sky as he spoke while smiling, \”When the sun sets, the moon will eventually rise, this is the principle of change. Father, your time to rule is now over, for a new age calls for a new leader.\”

When Elumar said this, his profile became a bit more visible, revealing his bright blue eyes that now vaguely glowed in an odd light. He recalled the faces on the tablets just now, fixing onto the profile of a handsome brown-haired youth as he spoke with a happy expression, \”Not to mention that it will indeed be a blessed age, one that I can even share with an old friend...\”