Chapter 19- A turning point

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Michaelo POV. The loud sound of a horn that would send chills to the normal citizen continued to disturb the peace and tranquility of my home even as I hurriedly walked down the stairs. My wife rushed after me while Raffaelo took his time to get down. I didn't realize when the same smile appeared on my face again. The same smile that appears when I feel proud of my children. I chuckled at the thought as we finally got to the front gates. Jerome and Gilda, our new head maid were already conversing with the familiar looking man in a white armor holding a golden horn. "How may I help you ? Sir Alex". His expression changed quickly on seeing me from his usual arrogant demeanor to a respectable knight . I laughed at the thought as he said. "You have been summoned to the royal court in 3 days by the king ! Please do well to attend with your family and my niece, Rachael Jun" 'Oh....' I thought as I slowly turned towards my wife beside me. She held a bitter expression and her hands strangled the helm of her pretty dress. I sighed and held her hand and she seemed to have tensed down a little on seeing my expression. 'She always did have a cute reaction' I thought and turned back at Alex. "We will be there...please tell the king". Alex bowed and walked back into the carriage that brought him over here. The coachmen struck the whip on the horses and they were on their way. "That old man ! He clearly knows that it takes 3 days to get to the Royal Castle from Pasville. Pasville was the closest city we governed and we lived at the end of it away from the townspeople. "Hmmm....It seems we'll have to be on our way to the capital..." I muttered as Raffaelo walked up to me. His expression seemed anxious and I couldn't shake off the feeling that came with it. "Is there something wrong son ?" I asked as we headed back to the Mansion. I turned to Gilda and Jerome. "Do you mind...we'll most likely be back in a week. You'll have to handle the affairs of the mansion during that time" Gilda nodded. "It is my duty to serve you, my Lord". "Oh...." Raffaelo muttered while he waited. My gaze jumped to him and my eyebrows furrowed. He shook his head and turned around. I sighed. "Alright...you too Jerome ?" He nodded, giving me a thumbs up at the same time. "No worry Big bro. I'll handle things here". He chuckled and I waved them goodbye while entering the mansion. "I'll get the maids to prepare as well" Rachael said as she walked away. "I guess it's just me and you then....". My gaze couldn't leave my wife as I opened the doors of our study. Memories of our past before we finally settled in together filmed through my head on entering the room with my son. She's been through alot as well and all because of her Uncle. I sighed, slumping back on my chair. "Father ? Do you think the King would want to take one of us ?" My son asked. My expression slowly turned to disgust as I was about to refute the idea when I pondered on it more. The King had Phillip as his left sword because he was a Jun. The thought of losing a Jun must be a shocking blow to his military power. "I see.....is there a way to hide it ? My mana heart ?" My mana heart had recently just reached the 3rd circle and I've been doing alot of research with Fiona's books which have been a really great aid to the things Swordsmen lack . "Magic is pretty interesting isn't it..." I mumbled but his ears picked up my words with keen interest. "Just having a human with both makes you a certified test subject for magic researchers" "Don't say weird things''. I shrugged my shoulders. He was right, if I didn't have such a strong backing like my family, I would have probably been kidnapped and used in all kinds of ways. "Is there a way I can hide it ?" Jerome took a glance at me, while humming. "It's when you reach the stage of a Master. Only then will you gain the ability to hide your mana heart". I contemplated his words for a few seconds when I heard a knock on my door. We both turned towards it to find Morganna all dressed up pretty. She gave me a knowing look before turning around and walking away. "....she can be so weird..." I murmured as I jumped down the bed but Jerome could still clearly pick up my words. He chuckled. "Alright then....I will see you in a week's time....." I nodded my head, walking towards the door. "Do be careful....the King of the West isn't....a worthy King". I paused for a moment contemplating his words. Yet again another point, he is most likely comparing him with the King of the Northern capital, Noure and compared to him, our King is more like a child. I continued, taking slow steps as I headed down the stairs. ***** About 30 minutes later, we were all suited up and my father had prepared two carriages. One has our load for the week and the other is where we stayed. We said one final goodbye to the new maid and Jerome as the coachmen stroked the horse to start moving. "...the capital huh" I muttered to myself as I stared through the window of the white well crafted carriage. I still have memories of the days I spent there and the torture I went through. The imperial family never liked our family from the very beginning and they weren't keen on hiding that fact either. "I heard the king has 5 children" Morganna said, probably in an urge to break the silence. "That's right" my Mother sighed. "And they all take after him...." 'Well that's horrible....' I sighed. ' But it's through....' The 13th King of Lumbrica, Lord Marcello the IV, had five children. The first three are males and the last two are females. I still remember how they fought for the throne before my regression and I am well aware that none of them deserved that throne. '.....should I have that on the list of things I want as well.....' A flimsy thought appeared in my mind causing my lips to curl into a devilish smile. "....What are you thinking of ?". I slowly turned away from the window only to find my parents and Morganna's curious gaze on me. I chuckled. "It's nothing...it's just....I hope this goes on smoothly". My mum nodded while my dad continued staring into space. Morganna seemed to have seen through me but I didn't think much of it. "Thalia and the rest....would they be given an invite as well ?" She asked, staring at my father. "Knowing the king....well yes". The uncertainties that would take place in the King's palace were numerous and we were still far from being strong to protect ourselves. However, this would be the start of the turning point when my destiny comes back to haunt me but in all, I was prepared.

Chapter 19- A turning point

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