บท 52: Meeting The Royal Family
Inside the guildmaster's office, Alex stood facing a group of knights led by a handsome, blonde-haired man in knight armor.
"Ah, Alex, we've been waiting for you. Come here, this is Crown Prince Reinhard Yunas Lestia" the guild master introduced the group to Alex, who nodded lightly in greeting towards the crown prince.
Alex's casual greeting did not sit well with the audience present in the office, displeased by his behavior in the presence of the crown prince himself.
Crown Prince Reinhard didn't said anything in the response to Alex's behaviour. If anyone else had acted this way, the prince would have ordered his knights to lock him up in the dungeon for disrespecting royalty, as per imperial law. However, knowing Alex's true identity, Reinhard remained silent.
The elven guildmaster, observing Alex's behavior, felt beads of sweat forming on his forehead. He nudged Alex from the side and whispered in a low voice, "Alex, what are you doing? You're in the presence of royalty. Kneel now!"
Alex heard the guildmaster's words but remained silent, instead offering a faint smile to the crown prince.
"Guildmaster, I have something to discuss with the adventurer himself. Could you please leave?" Reinhard said, addressing the guild master.
"Oh, yes, Your Highness" the guildmaster bowed and left the room, discreetly signaling to Alex to behave.
Once the guildmaster departed, Alex smiled and took a seat in front of the prince, casting a casual glance at him.
"You insolen-" a young knight, irritated by Alex's behavior, started to speak but was interrupted when another knight placed a hand over his mouth.
"It's been a while, Prince Reinhard" ignoring the knight, Alex greeted the prince, dispelling the illusion he had cast to disguise himself as an adventurer.
During his stay in Lestia, Alex had previously met Reinhard, as agreed upon, and revealed his true identity to gain the support of the royal family in dealing with certain troublesome matters regarding the nobles who tried to cause some troubles to Alex at the start.
"It certainly has, King Alexander" the crown prince greeted Alex with a formal bow.
"So, what brings the crown prince himself to visit me?" Alex inquired, undoing the illusion and revealing his true form.
"King Alexander... have you heard about the city of Lemoria?"
"The City of Lemoria? Isn't that the city in the east that recently withstood a monster stampede?"
"Yes, the city has just suffered from a monster stampede, and... the king has tasked me with providing them the necessary aid."
"For this reason, I wish to issue a quest to you, requesting your assistance in escorting us to the city using your teleportation magic."
"Oh, is that so?"
"Yes, if you agree to take on this quest, I assure you a satisfactory reward."
"Very well then, I accept your quest" Alex said, accepting the task and discussing further details about the aid Reinhard planned to provide to the town.
They continued their conversation, finalizing the action date for two days later, before the crown prince took his leave.
After Reinhard left, the guild master burst into the room, reprimanding Alex for his reckless behavior in the presence of royalty. Alex simply shrugged it off and left the office, much to the guildmaster's frustration.
The following days proceeded as usual, with Alex taking on escort jobs from wealthy merchants, hunting magical beasts with the help of his smartphone to gain experience points within the guild.
It was finally the day of the agreement, and Alex, still in disguise, made his way through the corridors of the royal castle, escorted by the knights, towards the training grounds.
As he entered the training grounds, Alex observed the knights busily arranging the provisions needed for the city's relief efforts, stacking them up in an organized manner.
"Ah, King Alexander, you have arrived," a familiar voice called out from behind him as he surveyed the scene.
Turning around, Alex was greeted by Crown Prince Reinhard and a captivating young woman accompanying him.
The young woman possessed a remarkable and slender figure, reflecting her dedication and discipline as a skilled knight. Her lustrous blonde hair flowed gracefully down her back, meticulously maintained and extending past her shoulders. Her piercing blue eyes exuded both strength and regality, hinting at her noble lineage. Her flawless white skin accentuated her already striking features, rivaling even that of Lexi, renowned for her beauty.
Resting atop her head was a silver tiara, a symbol of her status and authority, adorned without unnecessary embellishments. It added an elegant touch to her appearance, further accentuating her regal presence. Additionally, an indigo bow graced her hair, serving as a subtle yet alluring accessory.
Her mithril armor emitted a radiant gleam, enchanted with a captivating aura. The emblem of the Lestian royal family proudly adorned the breastplate, signifying her unwavering loyalty and connection to her lineage.
"Allow me to introduce my little sister, Hildegard Minas Lestia, the Knight Princess of Lestia," Prince Reinhard spoke, introducing the girl to Alex.
Though Alex had suspected the girl's identity, he was still taken aback by the chance to meet her in person.
Hildegard Minas Lestia, the Knight Princess of Lestia and one of the prominent female leads of the anime, was known for her honesty, kindness, and remarkable talent with the sword. She was a gentle-hearted individual who had fallen in love with Touya after he rescued her from various perils, embodying the archetypal damsel in distress. Unfortunately, she also developed an unfortunate infatuation with the lolicon Duke.
"The pleasure is mine, to have the opportunity to meet the Knight Princess, whose beauty and strength are renowned throughout the world," Alex greeted Hildegard with a nod, acknowledging her presence.
"King Alexander, please accompany me. My father, the King of Lestia, desires an audience with you," Hildegard said.
"Oh, an audience with the King himself? I'm afraid my attire is not suitable for a formal meeting," Alex expressed his concern.
"Fear not, King Alexander. This is not a formal meeting. It is simply my father, the king, and my grandfather, the former king of Lestia, who wish to meet with you," reassured Prince Reinhard.
"In that case, please lead the way, Prince Reinhard," Alex replied, as both Reinhard and Hildegard began to escort him towards the presence of the king.
During his month-long stay in Lestia, Alex had only visited the Crown Prince, having no prior acquaintance with any other members of the royal family. Thus, this marked their official introduction and their first formal meeting.
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