Another week passed by since Azazel and the others had arrived in the town. Alaric had finally assembled a capable team to escort the rescued barbarians back to their hos.
It wasn't a big team, but they were composed of the strongest warriors of House Silversword!
"For this task, all ten of you have been chosen. Sir Galanar will take the lead and Sir Warrick will be the deputy." Alaric announced while looking at the people gathered before him.
Other than the two Transcendent Knights, Butch, Fredrinn, Arthur, Henry, and Franklin were also part of the escort team. At the sa ti, the remaining three mbers were newly advanced Elite Knights.
A team of this caliber could already dominate a small territory, but this was necessary to ensure the safety of the barbarians. Most importantly, Alaric didn't want any mistake to happen again.
"We will never forget the care you have given us, my lord." Apoy lowered his head to express his gratitude.
In the past two weeks, Alaric had provided them with everything they needed. He even took his ti to make sure that they were doing well.
Atasha who was usually arrogant and unapproachable bowed her head.
"My lord, if you have the ti, please visit our Black Eagle Tribe."
If it weren't for this man and his soldiers, she couldn't even begin to imagine what kind of fate she would have had to endure.
The rest of the barbarians also expressed their gratefulness.
Alaric smiled and waved his hand. "You have already thanked enough. It is about ti that you leave. I hope you have a safe trip ho."
"Farewell, my lord." The barbarians bid him farewell.
Apoy then approached Azazel and Faye who were standing behind Alaric and said his goodbyes to them.
"I hope this won't be our last eting." Apoy grinned at them.
"If it's destined, we will definitely see each other again." Azazel calmly spoke.
"I will miss you, Lord Apoy. Please take care of yourself." Said Faye who looked reluctant to see him leave.
After exchanging their final goodbyes, Apoy and the others left via horseback together with the escort team.
Everyone watched them leave with indescribable emotions.
Azazel noticed Faye's sorrow so he tapped her shoulders and said. "Don't worry, you will see them again."
Faye sighed while looking at the disappearing figures in the distance. "I hope so…"
***
After the barbarians left, nothing significant happened in the following days. Everything continued as per usual.
Visitors from various parts of the empire flooded the town which attracted nurous business-minded individuals to co. These rchants felt that North Pine Town would soon beco a big territory with the union of House Silversword and House Paxley.
At this mont, Alaric was playing chess with his cousin, Princess Irish, in his study.
"You have improved a lot, cousin." Praised the princess as she bead at Alaric.
Now that Alaric was already aware of his true identity, she no longer acted distant to him. She even occasionally teased him, making their friendship stronger.
Alaric helplessly shook his head. "Your Highness, surely you jest. If I had really improved, how co I still cannot defeat you?"
Princess Irish chuckled and replied in a teasing voice. "That is because you are still not skilled enough to beat ."
Looking at how smug she was, Alaric could only shake his head helplessly with a wry smile.
A few minutes later, the ga ended in his defeat.
Alaric slumped into his seat and raised his hands as he muttered. "I am not playing with you anymore…"
"Hahaha! Do not worry, cousin. You will definitely defeat one day, probably." The princess snickered.
"Enough about that… Are you sure that you can stay here for such a long ti? You have been away from the capital for over a month now." Alaric imdiately changed the topic to save himself from embarrassnt.
Princess Irish crossed her arms and snorted. "You have nothing to worry about. My brothers want nothing more than for to leave the capital. Even if I stay here for several months, I am sure that they will not say anything about it."
Alaric understood the implications behind her words so he just remained silent.
"Besides, how could I miss my cousin's wedding? Unless… you do not want there." The princess sent Alaric a deep look.
Alaric shook his head and replied with a stiff smile. "How could that be? I will be honored to have you at my wedding!"
It hadn't been long since they had gotten to know each other, but it felt like they had been friends for years.
"As you should!"
The princess smirked.
"Otherwise, you will not be getting any gifts from ."
"Do not be so petty, Your Highness!"
"I am sure I told you to call by my na when there is no one else around."
"I am still not used to it."
"Then you better get used to it soon!"
"Y-Yes…"
***
Ti passed unknowingly and the event that everyone had been waiting for had finally arrived.
It was the day of the wedding and the venue was already packed with guests. So even had to stand up due to the lack of seats, but no one complained.
With the princess around, only an idiot would dare to cause trouble.
Everyone quietly waited for the bride and the groom.
Suddenly, the sound of the marching horses and the festive drumbeats drifted into their ears.
The guests turned their heads to the entrance and saw the groom, Alaric, entering the venue with his family. They were dressed in formal clothes to fit the occasion, but Alaric's attire stood out from the rest.
He wore a golden coat adorned with shiny jewelry over his red tunic and a pair of crimson-colored tight-fitting pants. For his shoes, he chose a pair of slightly pointy crakows which had beco trendy recently among the younger aristocrats.
Under the heated gazes of the crowd, Alaric calmly walked along the aisle with his family, but he was actually feeling incredibly nervous deep inside.
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