Episode 32 - Assassination at the Royal Palace 2 ‘ The Crown Prince of Xenperia '

Knock knock knock

“.. Louis?” A young male voice called out, and without waiting for the call, burst in!

“....Haaaa”

Already knowing who it is just from his voice alone, Louis can’t help but sign in deep regret. Another wave of loudness is coming.

“Louis!” Running up to the group was a blonde-haired boy with some wavy accents. Startling blue eyes, dressed in white attire.

“Greetings and blessing to the Crown Prince of Xenperia” All the servants and Ramon respectfully bow to the young boy who paused in the midst of running to wait for the greetings to end before walking in a steady pace to the group.

“You may rise, Ramon. There is no need for such a thing I said.” He gently smacked Ramon on the shoulders all the while glancing over at Louis grinning. Today was the day the Great Nobles came to the palace, hence a day off of studying for the Crown Prince. And what better thing to do than to visit his companions than to fiddle around!

This is the Crown Prince and to be Emperor of Xenperia, the only son of Emperor Zen De Xen Periera, and Empress Lilithesia De Xen Periera. Inheriting all his looks from his father, yet retaining that bit of wavy hair from his mother. He is younger than Louis by a year but is physically and mentally the same age as Louis.

“I heard you brought your younger sisters and came to look” The Crown Prince continued. The first thing he noticed as he ran to the group was everyone crowding around Louis. Upon a closer look, he was shocked and frightened by his line of sight. His stoic friend was holding two chubby looking infants. He recalled the last time he had sword training with Louis, his friend seemed to be saying he did not care about his siblings being sisters or brothers. But seeing really is believing. As he never would have held Aernest on his laps as he did with the twins.

“Ren.”

Louis greeted Crown Prince Ren De Xen Periera who can also be said to be one of Louis’ childhood friends. Having trained together at a young age due to their parents' friendship. This also includes the son of Duke Irvin Graeme and Duchess Adele Graeme. The 3 were more or fewer brothers getting along really well intellectually. Plus Louis knew the importance of having a connection, therefore never really rejected the ideas of having frequent meetings with the 2. Although that was not the main reason he stayed friends with the 2.

“There are too many people here…” Crown Prince Ren only had to briefly glance at the Royal Imperial maids for them to know that he wanted them out, making the huge waiting room feel empty. Other than the 5 Veria siblings and Crown Prince Ren, only Aedelak and Aeselak were with them.

“Why did you come?” (Louis)

“I went to the Imperial Gardens but got chased out by father, he also mentioned going to see the twins so I came here.” He shrugged his shoulders as he sat beside Louis to sit to properly inspect the Twins who were both staring at him with curious gazes. One pair of grey eyes that reminds him of his father when speaking to officials, and a pair of red eyes that were just filled with curiosity.

‘So these 2 were the special beings people talked about’

“Ohh, they sure look alike!” He nodded in agreement to what the people in the palace were saying about the twins. Other than their noticeable different eye colors, they both looked practically the same. And then without waiting for any response he once again continued.

“Both Nobles and Commoners were saying that the next ruler of Xenperia should be the twins instead.” He laughed at the treason comments that went around the country which did not affect him mentally at all, in fact, he would gladly allow competitors to the throne.

“You jest.” Louis frowned at his words. Not only was that a terrible idea, the thoughts alone can un unify Xenperia.

“Father and Duke Graeme told me that Ron and I are going to have to exert many efforts to court your two sisters in the future. The facial expression on both of your parents when he said that was so terrifying.” Ren hugged his body the moment he remembered the two terrifying adult lions of the Veria Family waiting to kill their prey. He already shuddered at the thought of possibly being killed.

“You know, my sisters are too good for the both of you….” Louis suddenly without hesitation told Crown Prince Ren.

‘.... Wait. Didn’t he just tell me to try to change my fate an hour or two ago? Why the sudden change? And what happened to not having any choice to marry before turning too old?.’ Eugene bizarrely stared at the sudden change in Louis and then a sudden idea flashed into her mind. This type of personality…. This familiar change of temper. The type that switches from being tough and cold to being soft in a jiffy… Don’t tell me… He is a.

‘Tsundere?’

The famous Japanese personality everyone loves?!

“.... How can you say that to the crown prince of the country you’re living in and someone who you will serve in the future!”

Ren raised his voice in annoyance. His friend did a 90 degrees change. Also, how can he ever beat Louis’ standards which is sure to be very high? Both Crown Prince Ren and Louis shake their heads to indicate that this conversation is over.