Chapter 33 - Coming of Age Ceremony (III) (2/2)

” Well, after today you will officially be an adult, as such father will probably send you to one of the affiliated kingdoms of the Empire to act as an emissary and protect the interest of the empire. I was sent to the Sky kingdom while big brother to the Enzo, the rest of the affiliated kingdoms already have someone presided over them, the only one left was the Mulan Kingdom which the 3rd prince is trying to conquer, and you my brother will be one his obstacle as father emperor will most likely send you there even if you have no intention of ascending the throne.”

Listening to his second brother, Shad had a vague understanding of the situations. The Mulan kingdom was in between the two empires and not too long ago the Royal family had surrendered to the Djage Empire, and not everyone within the kingdom was happy about that. the Mulan kingdom used to be a neutral kingdom but as things changed and the future looked grim, they have decided to find a backer and they chose the Djage Empire which upset the people from the Nicholas Empire.

” Anyway, careful little brother because I am pretty sure he is going to try to use you as a stepping stone in his quest for power and show the superiority of his empire by beating our number one junior mage in front of his own people.” Said, Theodore, before he left.

Shad was as calm as before. Aside from Theodore, everyone single guest in the room had already seen the way the 3rd prince of the Nicholas Empire was looking at Shad. Unlike Shad, they clearly had an idea who the 3rd prince was as well his ambitions to conquer the Mulan kingdom. From the moment he had entered the room, he had his eyes on Shad like he was his prey. From that moment, the people attending the party knew that he was going to make things difficult for him when the times come.

In the next moment, Klaus shook his head to of the young man behind him which in turn walked towards Shad.

” My name is Locke, and I am from the Christopher family in the In the Nicholas Empire. I have long heard about the tales of the 4th prince of the Djage Empire, It would be an honor for me if I can cross some magic spells with you.” said the young man with a slight smile on his face, locking his gaze with Shad.

At this moment, everyone shifted their gazes towards Shad, waiting for his answer, including the Emperor.

Shad was known for his rebellious attitude and cunning way. he was not someone that likes to fight for fun unless it was necessary. Some of them even think that Shad won't fight or even go through this kind of tradition because he was someone that did not care about reputation or someone's approval, Even this father's eyes was concentrated on him.

He knew that his Grand-Father told him to let Shad grow up on his own pace and not force him to do things he doesn't like. Which means, even if he refused to fight he won't be able to force him to follow this tradition unless his old man agreed to.

”Sure, my name is Shad, nice to meet you.” He said as he raised his hands to give him a handshake.

Everyone was surprised, since when the 4th prince was so cordial with others especially when it comes to a duel. they have heard about his tales in the battle magic assessment, about how he had thrown his opponents in the air, some of them believed it while others had some doubts. However, tonight might the night when they witnessed the 4th prince prowess with their own eyes.

However, the next moment they almost felt down on the ground out of anger, including the emperor because as soon the Locke shook Shad's hand, he was lying down on the ground with smoke coming out from his clothes.

They don't know when but Shad had already zapped him with a lightning spell as soon as their hands made contact. they did not see him chant any incantation or seen any magic circle, but the Locke was on the ground in pain and traces of electric sparks can be been coiling around in his clothes.

” I won the first match, so who's next,” said Shad as he broke the deadly silence within the Hall.