Chapter 159 Sword Figh (1/2)

Sword Fight

”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.

I look at Regaleon who was looking handsome wearing his black light armored vest and gloves. His signature sword was dangling on his waist. He looked my way and our eyes met. I can't hide the feeling of worry I am feeling right now.

Regaleon walked towards me with confidence. Once he was right in front of me, he cupped my face and slowly lifts it up.

”You do not need to worry. This will only be a friendly match between two crown princes.” Regaleon smiled lightly.

”Hmm I understand.” I replied. I know that Regaleon won't accept this fight if he thinks he is at a disadvantage. And if ever this is some kind of trap, I am sure Regaleon is ready for countermeasures.

Regaleon patted my head affectionately. ”Just watch while I beat that prince.” His smile was full of confidence.

”Just be careful.” I said with a serious gaze towards him.

”I always am.” Regaleon grinned and planted a kiss on my forehead. ”Please watch over her sir William.”

”I will your highness.” William, who was behind me replied. The both of them looked at each other as if they were having a silent understanding with one another.

”I can see you are already prepared prince Regaleon.” Gladiolus just arrived. He was wearing a similar light armored vest only in beige color with matching gloves. He was using a long sword similar to Regaleon's.

”We can start after the one I called to officiate our duel arrives.” Regaleon said nonchalantly. ”If it's fine with you, I have called upon general Robert to officiate. Being he is a neutral party.

”Fine by me.” Gladiolus agreed with a smile.

Our group walked towards the clearing found at the center of the garden. Not long after we arrived, I heard a familiar voice calling out to me.

”Sister Alicia.” Richard called out to me. He was walking beside grandpa Robert.

”Richard, you came with grandpa.” I smiled at them. ”Hello grandpa.” I greeted.

”I was called by your 'fiancé'.” Grandpa Robert sneered. ”What the heck is he up to now?”

”I am sorry if Leon disturbed you in any way. It wasn't his idea to duel with crown prince Gladiolus. It was Gladiolus who challenged him.” I explained to them.

”I heard that bother in law is going to have a sword duel with the crown prince of Jennova.” Richard said with an exciting tone. ”I came with grandpa to watch.”

I giggled while looking at the excitement my younger brother is showing. ”I hope you didn't skip any of your studies just to be here to watch.”

Richard turned down his head shyly. ”Well grandpa said I can finish my studies later.”

”You little scoundrel.” I giggled while ruffling his hair. I am happy to see that Richard is still the way he is and nothing has changed while I was away. He is still young now but I am sure he will do great things in the future.

”Ahh sister, you are treating me like a child. It's embarrassing.” Richard tried to block the hand I was ruffling his hair with.

”General, thank you for coming.” Regaleon was walking towards us and greeted grandpa. ”Richard is here as well. Are you going to watch the duel?”

”Yes brother in law.” Richard replied courteously. ”Good luck to you.”

”Thanks.” Regaleon smiled at my younger brother.

”Greetings crown prince Richard and general Robert.” Gladiolus also came near us. ”Thank you for agreeing to officiate in our friendly duel.”