Sacrifice: Time of Mine

Chapter 64: Crown Council Meeting

In the middle of the ever-bustling and noisy Trading-Hills Capital was the Royal Mansion. On the last floor, there was a peach-headed goddess brightly walking through the hallway together with a lady in shining armor.

"Today is your first official meeting of the Crown Council, Princess." Edora excitedly said, "You can do this."

"Yes!" Princess Alisera was full of smiles. She had been stress-eating this past few days since Avion disappeared and finally, she was able to regain her mood right before the weekly meeting of the Crown Council.

The Crown Council composed of the three crowned children from three kingdoms of Haliviana. They had more power than Guild Master Gon under the influence of the three kingdoms.

Still, they have to give respect to the Guild Master individually.

But fortunately, it wasn't the case of two tigers in one mountain. The Guild Master doesn't want to enter the politics within the capital and is only concerned about his guild. As long as the Crown Council's decision doesn't obstruct his goal, he would stay passive, minding his own business.

The sun just rose up and the refreshing wind made Princess Alisera ready for her first day of job.

Meanwhile, Edora was inwardly anxious. It has been four days since the princess came here. Three days ago, she wrote a full report about Avion, stating everything she knew about him.

Even Avion's "joke" about him being able to control time was written there. However, she just received the message that her job is to protect the princess at all costs. Meaning, Edora was beside Princess Alisera 24/7, no questions asked.

'When will I get a full sleep?' she inwardly sighed but then was filled with anger, 'If not for that damned Avion, my only worry is the Crown Council!'

Edora remembered the shame that happened back then almost every night.

But on the bright side, It helped her stay awake to protect the princess. The down side was, whenever she saw the princess' personal servant Mera, she couldn't help but turn her head away!

'So shameful!' she embarrassingly thought.

But now, she need to keep her mind straight because today is the big day for Princess Alisera. The princess's evaluation affects her too.

'Why am I stuck with being a babysitter?' she thought but in actuality, she was relieved. She doesn't only have the high position of being a Royal-Knight Captain despite her just being Rank Dih, she was also not on the front line.

Although Haliviana was peaceful in the first place, still!

Dispersing all her thoughts, she then reminded, "Princess, please listen well and be mindful of your status."

"I know, I know!" after passing a few guards, Princess Alisera then walked into the main room of the Royal Mansion which was on one of the Royal Mansion's corner. Upon entering, she saw the large tactful room.

There was a round table in the middle and three giant chairs that surround it. These three chairs had carvings and each of them represent each kingdom.

The Sentient Grand Tree, Karan Kingdom.

The Mountain that Walks, Hansheles Kingdom.

And the World-Eating Fish, Rianzares Kindom.

They were the symbols of the Ancient Elemental Beast that was once said to be the source of elemental power that ruled the world before time had even begun, the Origins! 

Haliviana could be said to have a traditional culture, believing in the primordial beings.

Only Arcansas has the most diverse culture. Yet, all Elementalists are bounded by their bloodline. No matter where they came from, as long as they have the same Elements, they are considered relative. No matter how far.

Haliviana, a lone island, is an exception. Although Elementalists are closer to their blood, they are also opened to another because of the alliance between three kingdoms.

Meanwhile, the continent of Centre all worshipped one God, none other than God Centre. And the Dare Continent, well... the Conqueress Darea.

When Alisera entered the main room, Prince Harold and Prince Julio were already sitting on their respective seats.

While Alisera sits down, Prince Julio was eyeing her from head to toe. It was as if he had already forgotten the incident four days ago.

'If I have a wife like her, I could die happy! No! I don't want to die, I want to enjoy it first! Hehehe!' his grin was obvious to Prince Harold.

"Please contain yourself, we are in the presence of our Origins."

Prince Julio then glanced at the wall opposite to the door and saw the three symbols of each kingdom that were lighted by lighting stones. However, he snickered.

"Prince Harold, you're too formal." but when Prince Julio looked at Prince Harold, he saw something that made him want to curse.

As a pervert, he could sense other's perversion as well. This is a special "power" to those who have attained the ultimate pervert state. The old marquis before Alisera had this "power" and could raise his vision by a lot if he "sensed something"

Prince Harold was also eyeing Princess Alisera as well with a grin on his face.

'Hypocrite bastard! Did I finally influenced him?' Prince Julio thought before he coughed and repeated what Prince Harold said to him, "Prince Harold, we ARE in the presence of our Origins."

Noticing Prince Julio's glare, Prince Harold retracted his gaze and said, "Yes, you are correct. I am glad you are this understanding."

Prince Julio's eyes widened, he just realized he was the one who acted upright, 'Is this reverse psychology?!'

No

"Since we are complete, our first Crown Council Meeting as crowned children shall commence." acting as the host, Prince Harold initiated the formality, "Let us first give respect to our Origins, to our precious country, Haliviana, and our Alliance."

Thus, the three of them raised their hands not passing their heads, and said in unison, "We are forever tied and thankful to our Origins."

Then they placed those hands to their chests, "We will forever take care and protect our precious Haliviana."

Then finally, they would put their hands on top each other. Prince Julio was first, "And to our Alliance." he reached out his hand to the middle of the table, waiting for the second person.

But Princess Alisera had the expression of disgust.

Noticing her, Prince Julio was dumbfounded and felt endless shame, 'Damn you!'

Prince Harold, on the other hand, was obviously enjoying this, 'Of course she won't want to touch your hand.' he then put his hand on top of Prince Julio's, "And to our Alliance." he said with a delighted smiled.

No matter the order, it was acceptable.

This time, it was Princess Alisera's turn.

But when Prince Harold looked at her, he still saw her have a face of disgust. Since she was the last one, she reluctantly put her hand on top, not touching his hand.

'Princess!?' the tables had turned.

"And to our Alliance.=," the princess said, calming herself.

"We uphold the treaty." they said in unison but this time it was weaker.

Prince Harold had lifeless eyes while Prince Julio felt satisfied. Meanwhile, after the formal ceremony, Princess Alisera turned to Edora and put up her thumbs up as if she had accomplished something big.

Edora put up both her thumbs as well in support.