16 Chapter 16 (2/2)

”Indeed so, young prince... but you of all people should know that I work for the benefit of all... with the least amount of suffering upon the common people.” Magnus said as he closed his eyes, possibly contemplating...

”Ofcourse, but as a Philosopher... you should know that sacrifices need to be made for the greater good... it makes people value what was given to them! With one single act of tyranny that would leave a stain on our history, we will be able to achieve both your goals and mine... What say you...Magnus? Are you in? This is your only chance!” Alexis enticed Magnus to walk further into his chessboard.

”*sigh* You are right... this is the only opportunity I have! I'm already so old... if I don't grab this chance of getting to my goals I would have never made this place in the first place...” Magnus muttered, he extended his hand towards Alexis who shook his hand.

”I look forward to working with you, Mr.Magnus!” Alexis said with a small smile as Magnus sighed.

”Likewise, your highness!” He replied as the two of them continued conversing about various other subjects.

Alexis impressed the man with his otherworldly knowledge as his system which was inactive for three years suddenly alarmed him.

*BING!*

[Greetings Host, it's good to see you again!]

'Where the hell were you?!' Alexis asked him with a irritated expression.

[Apologies Host, I updated myself twice! So that I can be more useful for you!]

It said as Alexis sighed, atleast the system tried hard...

”Your highness, I'm astonished by your vast knowledge regarding the world!” Magnus said as Alexis nodded slightly acknowledging his words.

”I aim to please!” Alexis chuckled and talked to his system while also being aware of the outside world...

'System, how loyal is Magnus Animo?' Alexis asked.

[Quite loyal Host, it is lower than that of your lover Florestine, but higher than the average person.

Name: Magnus Animo

Sex: Male

Race: Human

Age: 75

Tier level: N/A

Body status: Old

Loyalty: 65/100

History: (tap for more info)

Tip: Introduce him to more theories and knowledge from Earth and encourage him to do his own research! ]

'Since when did she become my lover?! *sigh* nevermind...'

Alexis then stood up and walked to a window, it would make him look awe inspiring.

”Magnus, I believe that the Earth is round... believe that it is a globe AND that it orbits around the Sun!” Alexis declared, Magnus who for many years tried to tell the people of this started to get emotional.

He was called a madman, a heretic and all sorts of insults... they mocked him for what he worked on... and after years of suffering insults, ridicules and those gazes, he finally found someone who believed what he wanted to convey to the people... the TRUTH which they have been denying!

”First thing you should know about me is that I'm no mere sheep... I am the shephard, I don't follow foolishly, instead I guide them...” Alexis smiled and turned to him.

”There is too many proofs that the world is round! Why would you still care for these sheep?” Alexis genuinely asked Magnus.

He intended to play mind games with Magnus who started to contemplate his actions as soon as he heard the question.

Magnus then looked down, indeed... he for all his life have been fighting for equality, only for the same people whom he fought for to jeer at him, mock at him...

Why?

”Ask yourself this question, Do you 'really' care for these ignorant sheep or people such as yourself, who have genuinely been hurt and mistreated by Mages, just because you had no power?” Alexis asked him and wore his coat.

He walked upto the door and just before he opened it, ”I will wait for you at the Kritten heights in two weeks time, it will be our base... expect many people who have had similar experiences such as yours... and about what we spoke of earlier, keep it to yourself!” Alexis reminded him and walked out of the room with Florestine who kept quiet for most of the time.

Alexis had told him of his goals, he knew that Magnus wouldn't tell anyone of his secrets considering the fact that he wasn't threatened by anyone...

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The ride back to the residence was awkwardly quiet.

”Florestine, I'm not mad at you anymore... I just wanted to remind you not to speak against our ally!” Alexis said while rolling his eyes at Florestine who looked up.

”I-I'm sorry, your highness...” she said in a barely audible voice.

”There there” He said and pat her head as she started sniffling.

'...Why am I babysitting her?' He asked himself and sighed.

”Next time, however rude they maybe at first... do not throw them off” Alexis said softly, Florestine took this opportunity and hugged him...

”What are you doing?” Alexis asked in a irritated voice, infact he was shocked and surprised inwardly at her boldness.

'...Why is my heart beating faster?' He asked himself.

'Calm down Alexis!' He thought and took slower and deeper breaths... it didn't seem to help and only made things worse.

The carriage stopped at his mother's palace, Alexis was about to go out but Florestine held him in place and kissed him in the cheek, she then ran out the carriage at lightning speed...

'W-What... just happened?!' He was in daze until Annalise herself had to open the door and shake him off of his thoughts.

”What's wrong with you Alexis?” Annalise asked her son worriedly.

”I-it's nothing...” He said and walked away from her...

What Alexis didn't know was that his face was red!

Annalise thought he was sick and immediately called one of the Imperial doctors who rushed and checked Alexis... much to his irritation.

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”It seems like he is... in love!” Stated the Doctor as the entire room became silent.

”W-W-W-What are you saying?! I-I'm still too young for that! You're a phoney! I'm leaving, I can't handle this! You are slandering me!” Alexis started rambling nonsense at the Doctor who scoffed.

'Me? A phoney? You're the one lying here!' The old doctor thought inside his head...

”Your face is heating up, heart beats faster and you always think of whom ever you have fallen for!” The doctor said as Alexis widened his eyes.

”Y-You are doing witchcraft!” Alexis said as Annalise put a hand on his shoulder and shook her head with a smile.

She then laughed hearing the last bit.

'You need to be honest with your feelings!' She added that to herself.

'But atleast he has grown up mentally!' She thought and nodded her head with a happy smile.

”If that is it I will be taking my leave, your highnesses!” The doctor said bowing down and left.

”So... who is it?” Annalise asked Alexis who immediately walked out of the room.

Alexis heard nothing but laughter coming from the room he had just left...

'Damn them! How could I be in love?!' He asked himself and kicked a small stone in his way.

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