Announcement

News has travelled to other villages and even Visgard. It was a big surprise to everyone.

People started tripping in to Takeki village to get confirmations and watch if there would actually be a duel.

Casey and the kids heard of the news and couldn't comprehend the fact neither could they tell what their fate had become.

Saz was taken to the tomb, the only thing he thought about was the shame and downfall he's about to face.

The feeling Guriel, Yeln and Casey was having was eating them up.

Eventually, the next day had arrived and everybody, both outsiders and villagers was gathered at the palace to hear the announcement.

Jade and his family were standing at the front door of the palace while the rest of the pillars were behind them.

And the announcement started.

"Firstly, I thank you all for giving me your attention this morning. I called you here to make an announcement which I'll be going straight to the point because of our precious time." Jade started and everywhere was quiet like a cave. "As the first son of king Slaran I am the rightful heir to the throne but I left that position to king Saz in order for peace to reign.

King Slaran once had an affair with a stranger in Visgard and as it is, I'm the product of that affair.

Due to certain circumstances I can't mention the woman's name, so on to it.

The king persuaded his advisor to take me in as his son after fifteen good years but that was all exposed during the war fifteen years ago.

I had lost a lot of blood and needed a blood transfusion, the king advisor had no choice but to expose the truth.

Only those that were around at the time knew about this, Rhen, Mark, Mrs Lillian, Dr Bryan and Visgard president along with the vice.

I was going to leave the throne to Saz but he left me no choice after he banished my family.

Now if any of you have what to say, you are free."

Someone from the crowd shouted. "Where's the proof. Boo...boo"

Mark walked forward. "What this man just announced is nothing but the truth. He is your true king but if you want proof we can only do that if king Saz agrees to challenge the next heir to the throne." Mark explained. "I know it seems awkward but Jade is now a guardian but if Jade is the real king then Racle over there should be the heir, right? So the only way is the hard way."

Saz came out of the tomb and walked towards where Jade and others were standing.

He looked like a psycho, putting on a ragged outfit. Getting there he collected the microphone.

"Hello everyone, I don't think there's a need for a proof. The rest of the pillars has confirmed it to be true and besides, I can't challenge a kid to a duel just to prove a crazy theory. It's my fault I took the matter too far. As from this very moment, I and my family are moving to Visgard city for the better good. Thanks for everything." Saz said, he gave the mic back to mark and left.

"Well, it all done and as from today your new king ....." Mark was talking when Jade collected the mic and walked forward.

"Since we all are here I'd like to inform you about the war that's about to take place. " Jade said, clearing his throat. "Though, going on this journey will cost me my life and that's why I'd like to appoint my son as the new king once I leave."

Mark collected the mic again and continue. "You heard him, as per Visgard law once he leaves earth, the next king is Racle. Once again thanks for your attention. Enjoy the rest of your day."

The atmosphere was so tense then it seemed like war was going to break out.

Everyone left for their various home and after two days Saz and his family left the village.

Jade went to the army training cantonment to discuss the strategy and they all gathered at the field.

He along with Peter stood at the front of the army and the soldiers remained at ease.

"As you all have been informed, half of the army is going to space. So here's the plan." Peter said, gesturing at Jade.

"Though it's unfortunate to me, I mean, dying on a mission can be the hardest thing for the victim's family but it's only my duty and there's no alternatives. Early this morning, I contacted the other villages and Visgard president. Anytime from now they should be here." Jade said, opening a cardboard with a sketch. "Twenty five percent of our army will remain on earth, seventy five will leave. After getting to the next planet, we will work in three groups. One will destroy the machine they use, another will face the skimals and the last will face the grogg. Any questions?"

"Well, if there's none, get moving. Be ready before the others arrive."Peter said, dismissing the soldiers.

The soldiers from Visgard and the other villages arrived and they were all ready to move, they went through the strategy and gathered outside the village, waiting for Jade to come.

Jade was at the castle still having a talk with Rhen as this was probably the last time they'd see each other.

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"I guess i finally caught up to my destiny." Jade said as he caressed Rhen face.

"It took you so long but now you have to leave it behind." Rhen said, as tears came out of her eyes.

Selina and Racle just watched the two as they kept on rambling.

"If it's to save my family and humanity, then my life is worth it." Jade said softly.

"Alright that's enough, dad you need to go. Just try to stay alive." Selina said as tears was slowly tripping down her face. "This is really painful."

"Yeah, it sure is. I wish we could just perform some voodoo and make it like the last grogg never existed." Racle said.

Jade walked up to the door, the three followed him. "Wish me luck." He said, running out in the street towards the border.

After some time he crossed the border and met with the soldiers.

The soldiers were all dressed in their special suits, carrying the mk-19 with a sword by their sides.

Jade, Mark, Peter and Billy were at the front.

"It's time, once we appeared on the planet, we activate the plan A." Jade said as he started to form a crystal covering all of them.

Jade was breathing heavily as the crystal made it half way.

Soon they were hearing pounding from every area.

Jade had stopped the crystaling and everybody was observing.

Right in the sky a spaceship that could hold up to two thousand humans was entering into the atmosphere and some skimals were jumping out of it.

"I guess earth is the battlefield." Jade stated as they all ran towards where the ship was heading. "Change of plan, everyone protect Earth." He shouted.

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