Chapter 411 - [Bonus chapter]Children’s Outing (1)(unedited) (1/2)

The children are sitting by the grass after playing for a while. It is still hours away until the banquet that will be held at night for the twins tenth birthday.

”I am bored.” Aliyah sighed. ”We have been playing in the garden for quite a while now.”

”It would be great if we can go and see the festival in the capital.” Deimos said.

”Oh yes. I remember father had ordered a week long festival in the capital city to celebrate our tenth birthday. Right, Al?” Aerith said.

”Yes, I remember father making that order.” Alphonse replied. ”But we cannot go without any escort knight. As you know, all the knights and apprentice knights have their own tasks for today. Even Philip also has not come back.”

”I know right. It is quite weird that he has not come back yet.” Aerith said.

”Maybe he caught a cold after getting wet from your trap Rith.” Aliyah teased.

”But that was just a little prank.” Aliyah felt guilty.

”He is not that weak to get sick because of such a little thing.” Alphonse replied. ”I am sure he must be given some task.”

When they were talking to each other, they saw Philip walking towards them.

”Oh, speaking of the devil.” Aliyah giggled.

”Your highnesses.” Philip was running towards them. He was panting hard when he got to them. ”I-I am sorry for being late. I was not able to find a replacement uniform fast.”

”I thought you got sick.” Aerith started to cry. ”I am sorry for making your uniform wet.” She hugged Philip and started to cry.

”P-Princess… you do not need to cry. I am alright, see.” Philip did not know what to do and started to pat the crying Aerith on the head. ”And do not worry about my uniform. Fortunately, one of my co-apprentice knights have a spare and I was able to borrow it. The size is a little big because he is older, but at least I can use it.”

”You are not mad at me for soiling your uniform?” Aerith was sniffing.

”Of course, not princess.” Philip smiled. ”I will never get mad at you.”

”Promise?” Aerith insisted.

”Yes, I promise.” Philip replied.

The children around all giggled, knowing Aerith's little crush on Philip.

”Now that Philip is here, why don't we go to see the festival in the capital?” Aliyah said with a huge grin on her face.

”Yeah, let's go Philip.” Aerith looked at Philip with joy.

”I think that is not really advisable, your highness.” Philip said and awkwardly scratched his head. ”If you want to go, then we would need approval from all your parents. And after that, knights should be ȧssigned to guard you. As of now, all the knights have their duties. I am the only knight to watch over you.”

”But we will not have fun if there are so many knights watching us.” Aliyah said with a pouting lip. ”We can just go for a while and be back without our parents knowing it.”

”T-That cannot be possible!” Philip was alarmed with what the children were thinking. ”For sure your parents will look for you.”

”I can make it that they will just see us sitting here in the garden.” Alphonse proposed. ”My illusion magic can last for at least an hour or two.”

”Yes! And we will be back before that ends.” Aerith said with her melodious voice. ”Please Philip. We promise we will just be quick.” She made a cute face that no one cannot resist.

”But… your highnesses…” Philp was confused on what to do. He cannot resist the princess charm and plea. He was fighting over what to do.

”I also want to walk around the capital while there is a festival.” Leon hart said with puppy dog eyes. ”I have never gone to a walk on the capital before. I often just ride thru it inside a carriage.”

Philip was conflicted right now. With Princess Aerith and little Prince Leonhart's cute attack, he was not able to resist their pleas.

”Alright.” Philip sighed in defeat. ”But we will be quick, okay? And promise me to stay together at all times.”

”We promise!” The children replied in unison.

”Haah…” Philip sighed. ”I can be kicked out from becoming a knight if we are caught.” He scolded himself.

”Do not worry to much Philip.” Alphonse said. ”I am also here. I will protect them as well.”

”That is a relief to hear Prince Alphonse.” Philip replied. ”I am sure I can rely on you.”