Chapter 421 - The Next Generation (1)(unedited) (2/2)
”But it looks good on you.” Thalia said with a sweet smile. Alphonse blushed hearing her sweet words. ”I believe it suits you.”
”T-Thanks.” Alphonse shyly scratch his head in reply.
”I am happy to see you awake now.” Henry said. ”I was surprised to know of what happened the first thing me and my parents arrived here at the palace.”
”Henry, you are here.” Aerith said with an excited voice. ”We are happy you came for our birthday party.”
”Technically, yesterday was your birthday haha.” Henry replied and laughed.
”The banquet was canceled because of you two.” Deimos said.
”A-Are we in big trouble?” Aerith asked with concern.
”Well, you made your parents worried sick.” Aliyah said. ”I am not sure but maybe you will be grounded once again.”
”You are not alone on that.” Deimos scoffed. ”Our parents gave us a good scolding.”
”Uhuh.” Aliyah said with a nod. ”We also put Philp in a bind.”
”What?” Aerith replied in a shock voice. ”What happened to Philip?”
”I heard he was given one month suspension and a cut from his pay for a year.” Leonhart was the one to reply. ”Fortunately, he was not kicked out from knight's apprenticeship.”
”The first thing we need is to apologize to Philip.” Alphonse said. ”We pushed him to come with us when we snuck out. It was not his fault.”
The twins had very sad expression on their faces. They knew the error of their little trip in the capital to see the festival.
*KNOCK KNOCK*
The door opened and Tricia was the one to come in while being accompanied by Philip.
”Excuse us children…” Tricia was holding a wash bin with water and a towel for washing when she saw Alphonse and Aerith awake and sitting up on their bed. ”Oh my, your highnesses! You are awake! I need to tell your parents as soon as possible. Philip, you stay here with them.” She said in surprise and put the wash bin down. She quickly exited the room to call for the imperial couple.
”Your highnesses…” Philip was in the brink of crying. ”I-I am so happy to see you awake and well.”
”Philip!” Alphonse and Aerith got out from bed and hugged Philip.
”We are so sorry, Philip.” Aerith said.
”We heard you were suspended for a month, and your pay was cut down for a year.” Alphonse said. ”It was our fault that you were given these punishments.”
”You do not need to apologize to me, your highnesses.” Philip shook his head. ”It was my fault that I was not able to keep you safe. It was my duty protect the two of you and I was not able to do that. My suspension will start after the festivities for your birthday are done. I will still guard you for the next six days.”
The twins hugged Philip tight while feeling guilty of the punishment he had been given.
Quick footsteps were heard outside the room. Not long the door opened, and the emperor and empress came in with worried expressions.
”Oh, my babies.” Alicia walked towards the twins and hugged them. ”I am happy that you have awoken.”
”Mother we are sorry we sneaked out of the palace without your consent.” Alphonse replied.
”It was our idea, so please don't scold the others.” Aerith said.
”What will I do with you two?” Alicia sighed in relief.
”Of course, you two will have your punishment for sneaking outside without telling us.” Regaleon patted Aerith and Alphonse's heads. ”But first, let us celebrate your birthday. Would you still like to continue the banquet tonight?” He asked.
”Really?” Aerith asked in excitement.
”We still can enjoy our birthday banquet?” Alphonse asked in excitement.
”Of course, you can.” Regaleon chuckled. ”That is why all of your guests came here, to celebrate your birthday.”
”Thank you, father.” Alphonse and Aerith hugged their father.
”Come here Leonhart.” Alicia called.
Leonhart ran towards them and they had a family group hug.. It was a picture perfect moment for the whole family.