Chapter 158 Confrontation Between the Two Crown Princes 2 (1/2)

”I didn't know that the crown prince of Jennova will come by this early in the morning.” Regaleon said with a sarcastic tone.

”I asked to have breakfast with the princess.” Gladiolus replied with a smile.

”Well that's okay. Knowing that this will be the last time you see Alicia.” Regaleon smiled back.

Regaleon took the seat right next to me.

”I am sure this won't be the last time I will see Alicia.” Gladiolus retorted back to Regaleon's words.

The two held each other's gaze for a while. I feel some tension rising in the air.

”Your highness, your coffee.” Tricia carefully places a cup of coffee in front of Regaleon.

Thank God for Tricia's little gesture, the gazing battle was broken and the tension was elevated.

”Thank you Tricia.” Regaleon smiled.

”Here, let me put in some sugar cubes.” I said.

Regaleon liked his coffee black with two sugar cubes in it.

”Thank you Lili.” Regaelon sweetly smiled at me. He took my hand a put a gentle kiss on its back. His gesture made my cheeks feel hot.

Regaleon lightly caressed my burning cheeks with his fingers and smiled teasingly at me. ”You continue eating. You will need your energy for this afternoon.”

'Cough couch' Gladiolus lightly coughed. ”Hmm sorry, something got stuck in my throat.” He looked irritated.

I felt a little awkward knowing that Gladiolus was just in front of Regaleon and I, watching the scenes.Find authorized novels in Webnovel，faster updates, better experience，Please click for visiting.

'Regaleon is doing this on purpose.' I thought.

”Oh please prince Gladiolus, don't mind us.” Regaleon hooked up one side of his mouth into a smile and took a sip of his coffee.

The tension between these two princes started once again. It was like they were engaging into an internal battle with each other with words.

”So prince Regaleon, I heard that you are called the 'Black Devil' in your country.” Gladiolus said. ”This gives me an impression you are feared in your country. It is a little bit different in my country where I lived alongside with the common people.”

I look at Gladiolus with wide eyes. Is he trying to pick a fight with Regaleon? Saying that he is a benevolent prince while Regaleon is a tyrant ticked me off.

”That nickname was given to me by my enemies.” Regaleon replied with a smile. ”Grandcrest is a big nation and internal conflict is unavoidable within the royal family and the nobles supporting different factions. To be on top, being ruthless is necessary and fear is needed to keep those enemies at bay and in line. Being a good ruler isn't just being benevolent, you also need to strike fear to keep the peace and protect the whole country.”

'Really well said Leon.' I gave him a thumbs up internally.

”Is that so?” Was all that Gladiolus replied.

There was a moment of silence and we continued our breakfast. After we finish our breakfast, the kitchen staff came in to clear the table. Gladiolus and Regaleon remained seated, not one budging from their respective stations.

”Would the two you like to take a stroll outside the garden?” I tried to elevate the tensed mood. It looks like Gladiolus doesn't plan on leaving yet.