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

”If that's what you wish then I am happy to.” Gladiolus replied instantly.

Regaleon stood up from his seat and offered his hand towards me. I smiled at his gesture and placed my hand on his palm and stood up from my seat. He carefully escorted me outside the dining hall. Gladiolus followed behind us.

It was getting a bit cold now that autumn has just arrived. Regaleon took my coat Tricia was holding and carefully draped in on my shoulders. I look at him wearing his own coat gracefully. When our eyes met, I smiled at him as a thank you and he smiled back.

Regaleon and I walked hand in hand while Gladiolus was walking just a few steps beside us.

”The garden is starting to wither, what a pity.” Gladiolus said. ”But it is still a blessing that you have four seasons. Jennova is in the far north of the continent that it is always cold. Majority of the land there is a barren ice land. That is why I always strive to work hard for my people.”

Hearing Gladiolus talking about his country made me feel something positive about him. I have heard the living conditions in Jennova are hard with the cold temperature.

”It is good to think that the crown prince of Jennova is thinking of his subjects dearly.” Regaleon said. ”I hope you make decisions that are the most beneficial for them.”

I can't help but feel that Regaleon's words had more meaning in them. Gladiolus stopped walking and faced the two of us.

”I heard that the crown prince of Grandcrest is the best swords master in your country.” Gladiolus' smile seemed a bit off. ”I would like to test my skills against the best swords master of Grandcrest. That is if you permit me.” He bowed his head humbly.

”You are suggesting sparring against me?” Regaleon hooked one side of his lips up. ”Then I accept your challenge.”

”I am happy to hear that.” Gladiolus looked up with a smile on his face. ”Let's meet at the clearing in the garden after thirty minutes?”

”Of course.” Regaleon replied. ”That's ample time to get prepared.”

After their exchange of words Gladiolus left with his assistant.

”Dimitri, prepare my things.” Regaleon ordered.

”Yes your highness.” Dimitri who was standing a few feet from us replied and left.

”Leon, are you sure you want to spar with him?” I looked at him worried. ”I mean the both of you are crow princes of different countries. Won't this bring some conflict?”

”Don't worry Lili. A duel is inevitable between us.” Regaleon said. ”If only such duel can stop a more serious problem from happening.” His face had a trace of worry in them.

I think Regaleon is talking about the top secret investigation. 'Is there some conflict against the country of Jennova?' I thought.

”Your highness.” Dimitri came back in no time carrying Regaleon's sword, vest, and gloves. Regaleon nodded in acknowledgement.

”Don't worry Lili, I will be okay.” Regaleon reassured me. He planted a gentle kiss in my forehead and walked towards Dimitri. I stood in place while looking at Regaleon putting on his things.

”Don't worry Alicia, I'm sure the prince will be fine.” William said while walking towards me from where he was standing. He stood just behind me.

”I know Regaleon is good with a sword. I am just not very sure of his opponent.” I said.

”I don't know if you understand, but sometimes men have to talk with their fists to settle things. Well in this case, with their swords.” William replied. ”The more they trade blows, the more they can understand each other and the more they know who will be the winner.”

I looked at William with my eyebrows scrunched. ”I really don't understand you men using violence to settle things.” I guess men will be men.