Chapter 4: The ferocious King meets the vicious Princess

Serina's POV

I'm reading a book, they said that it'll took five hours before we get there. Normally, the head butler would accompany me there, but I told him that I'll be fine, he battled an eye for half an hour and I won. 

He also discussed the pros and cons of marrying the second prince. He said that if we're not in a disadvantage situation he wouldn't send me there. He warned me that the second prince is known to be a living beast. Although I didn't get what he meant by that.

I asked if he's cursed and he nodded, well whoever that person is, I don't seem to be interested. But don't get me wrong, I don't base on appearance, it's just, I never think of being in a relationship. But I got an advice from my aunt before she left me, "That men just have to be cute."  

She said that I'll knew it once I met that person. I'll think that he's cute, and that's all. I actually don't get it, and I think it's impossible for me. Whether we are at the disadvantage, I would still refuse. 

I can be strong without using someone's power. I can stand with my own feet. "Your Highness? Are you sure you don't want to stop by?" I nodded, "I'm just sitting here, there's no way I'll be tired, so go on." she bow down her head, "Yes, Your Highness."

I can see people outside staring at me, and the busy market suddenly became quiet. Now, I finally understand what state does the Sapphire Kingdom holds, and as to how we're at the disadvantage. 

The fall of Sapphire Kingdom started when the King and Queen died. The neighboring country immediately cut ties with us, some noble family retreat from supporting the Royal Family of Collins, which is me. Well, this is an obvious outcome. Before I avenge Serina, I'll prove myself first, and be more befitting of my new life.

They must be thinking that I'll abandon them and fly away, "Haa, this must be a punishment for me." also the Council will summon me once I get back to talk about the succession of the throne.

Meaning, more problem will come once I get back. The carriage suddenly stopped, someone dared even knowing the Royal Crest of Sapphire Kingdom, I opened the door and the Royal guards stopped me. I shove away their hands and saw a man holding a baby as his hostage in front of the carriage. He has a knife pointed on the baby.

"Your Highness please stay--" I walked towards him, "How can I feign ignorance here?" I stared on that man, and snatch the knife in the blink of an eye. I can see their surprised face in my peripheral visions. "You can give me order anytime Your Highness." Ches appeared all of a sudden on my side without feeling his presence.  

This guy is really something. "No thanks, I can handle this."

I walk towards the guy, "Your Highness! I'll kill this child if you don't hear me out." I stared blankly on the crying baby. I can tell what he wanted in a single glance. "Money won't solve anything." he gritted his teeth in anger. 

"However as what I've said I won't feign ignorance." I saw a little spark of hope on his eyes. "B-but how will you help people like me Your Highness?" the little hope that these people have, vanished immediately.

"After I finish some foreign matters I'll offer thousands of jobs to all of you, so please wait patiently. Will that do Mister?" I'm waiting for their response and suddenly...I can't believe my eyes.

They're bowing their heads down on the grounds. Literally everyone..."I thank all of you for your trust...then please excuse--" I suddenly stopped when I heard the baby's cute laugh, she's looking at me. She has a sparkly pink eyes.

"Her name?" I asked with a curious tone

"Her name is Rachael, Your Highness, and I deserve a heavy punishment for making a commotion Your Highness, I--" I shake my head.

"I don't wish to be an ignorant ruler, and also, your actions isn't a heavy sin as long as you'll take care of that child." he nodded and started sobbing. I leave them with a smile.

I entered the carriage with my worries lessen. I plan to create a ship made of steel, improve the port which is the foundation of all transactions, increase the Knights and improve the armoury. As for women, I'll build a restaurant, bakery, and will create an advanced hospital.

I'll use my knowledge of my past to my new future. I'll also make sure to re-establish a new Kingdom under my new name. Now the question is, will everything work the way I expect them to be?

*Sigh*

"Is it too early to worry?"

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It's almost six hours and we've finally arrived. A concubine with he maids personally escorted me to the King. As expected, the King is in his mid-20s. He has a yellow eyes, and I'm confused about it. Does that mean he's not the person who needs to talk to me on the letter?

"Greetings Your Majesty, may god Apollo give blessings to the Liesel Empire." I politely greet with my head bowed. "I thought you're gonna leave your country after receiving the invitation Princess Serina." So I'm here to be mocked huh?

"I thank you for your invitation, however I'm not staying here any longer as I've got a lot of things to work on, Your Majesty."

"Oh it seems that the Princess of neighbouring country is preparing for the throne succession?" he has this mocking smile that's pissing me off.

"Of course, how can I leave that throne empty?" I smiled as well...let's see how this conversation will end. "The Princess sounds capable, but can you bear to hold it alone?"

"I thank His Majesty for his concern about the state of my kingdom, however, I believe on my ability to handle it well."

"Well it's too early to discuss this thing right after arriving, I hope to see you tomorrow at the banquet Princess Serina of Sapphire Kingdom." I bow down my head again, "The pleasure is all mine Your Majesty."

I said and turned my back now on him. I can feel his intimidating glare on me, and I replied with a terrifying aura.

I want to see his head roll down the floor. I'm raging in anger right now. No one dared to look down on me. It's my first time that my blood is boiling in heat and blood thirst.

You're asking for death Your Majesty.