Chapter 33 - A crown's Weight! [2]

The Amazon escorting Hera, looked at Luana. – Watch your tone! You're speaking to a princess! – she exclaimed, staring at Luana.

– Stay calm! She's a friend. – Hera said, smiling.

Hera broke the custom that the Olympians had of never being seen by others. It's no wonder that Aphrodite was jealous of her, while Hera was the most beautiful and seen by everyone, Aphrodite was inaccessible, like a myth to many.

Rohan and Arwen approached and crouched before the queen. – Your majesty...

The queen, looking at them, asked. – So you are the soldiers who challenged my son to a duel? – she crossed her arms.

Rohan, with his head down and sweat running down his forehead, replied. – He was an idiot, your eminence. He has already been severely punished... 

Luana and Argos crouched. "Disgusting liar..." they thought in unison. – Your majesty, forgive us for our insolence...

Looking at both of them, the queen asked. – I know your parents. What are nobles doing in battle? – she recognized the red hair of House Varon in Luana, and the muscular body of House Lain in Argos.

House Varon is a noble family from Valkoria, on Eurus continent, and the Lains are from one of the eight most prestigious houses in the Greek empire. But Zeus didn't know she was there, if he knew...

Luana exchanged glances with Argos. – We want to help, ma'am. We can't stand still in the face of all this suffering... – Luana said, tilting her head slightly.

– Noble intention, but are you willing to die too? – Queen Andromeda asked, speaking to Luana, Argos, and Rohan.

Arwen, looking at Hera, blushed. "I-I can't forget..." he thought. – I missed you... – he said with an innocent smile on his face.

Hera, paying attention to the queen, looked at Arwen. – Did you say anything, Arwen?

Arwen avoided eye contact. "Ish, I spoke out loud..." he thought, running his hand over his head. – I said it's good to have you back. I heard the king brought you...

Hera looked at the king, smiling. – Yes, I was surprised by his courage... – she whispered with a red face.

Arwen looked at the king. – Are you going to get married...? – he asked, noticing Hera admiring Arthur.

Elbowing Arwen, Rohan crouched to meet his ear. – Little dude, is that jealousy...? – he whispered with a bright smile.

Admiring Arthur, she noticed Arwen's words and looked at him nervously. –WHAT?! – she screamed.

Arthur, hearing Hera's scream, looked in her direction with a narrowed look. – Hmm??

Captain Windsom, still trying to break her disinterest, looked at Alexia, with his rosy cheeks. – A-Alexia, there's something I've wanted to talk to you about for a while... – Gubong interrupted his statement.

Gubong in the center of the camp, shouted. – Attention! Attention! 

Commander Galahad Trent looked at Gubong.

Alexia's suitor, Windsom, looked at Gubong and sighed. – Of course...

General Cassilda, the commanders, captains, soldiers and amazon warriors approached the center.

Arthur, behind Gubong, approached with his hands behind his back.

When all the soldiers saw the king, they stood in formation and bowed.

King Arthur, looking at them all, began his speech. – Soldiers in the army of King Arthur, son of Pendragon. We will face a great challenge. 

Walking among the soldiers, he continued. – Our enemies think they can crush us, but they don't know our strength! We are not just soldiers, martial artists, men and women; we are brave and honorable... – he said, stopping in front of Arwen.

Arwen, standing at attention and sweating, thought. "He's intimidating and intense... His height... And why is he looking at me like that...? Is it because I was talking to the captain...?" looked down, avoiding Arthur's intense eyes.

Arthur, looking deep into his eyes, said. – Remember this: Our strength comes from our unity, from the Light! Each one of you is important! The name United Kingdom symbolizes our unity, determination and our commitment to the Light and his justice... – he shouted, walking among them.

Arthur looked at Luana with a smile. – Look at your companions! Their strength is your strength, their courage is your courage! We do not fight for glory, but for our companions, our land, our families, and our ancestors. – he said, caressing her head.

Luana, avoiding eye contact with him, blushed. "He's very close..."

Hera, in front of the soldiers in a black dress and jewels from her loose white hair to her fingers. The beauty looked at the king, grunting. "Why is he so close to her...?" she feared she had another rival.

Arthur, running his hand on Luana's shoulder, continued to walk. – In these days, we will create our own history! Let us make them tremble in the face of our attack, our determination and our hope! I am Pendragon's son, and just like his army, we will not be defeated! Do not be afraid, men, even if millions come against us, the Light that chose Pendragon is with us! – he shouted, raising his clenched fist to the heavens.

Cassilda raised her sword, screaming. – FOR OUR FREEDOM!!

...

The next day, in the meeting tent of Camelot's military camp.

Cassilda, with a cuirass and skirt made of gold and a red cape behind, looked at the map of the continent. – I propose that we set up camp near their territory. – she said, pointing to a field near the border of the Greek empire.

Lancelot, looking at the king with crossed arms, dressed in a blue and white kimono. – It's better, our territory is already destroyed. We cannot subject these people to another attack...

– I have to agree, sovereign. We need to give the people rest... – Windsor said, looking at Arthur.

Lancelot and Persival looked at the king's thoughtful face.

Commander Galahad Trent, in a silver suit of armor that covered his body, leaving only his short brown hair out and his light eyes exposed.

– What does sovereign think...? – The commander asked, looking at the king.

Arthur, with one hand on his chin. – You're right! Let's spare the people from further suffering... – as he spoke, Gubong's reckless entrance interrupted him.

Gubong, breathing heavily, crouched down. – Sovereign, the amazon spies spotted movement at the base of the Union's army. They seem to be getting ready to move out...

Gubong's words put everyone's heart in their hands. The captains and commanders were sad and worried, contrasting with the cold and indifferent look that Arthur directed at Gubong.

– Let's advance first! If we move first, we can camp in a strategic place! In three days we leave. – Arthur said, looking at everyone.

Cassilda, looking at the king, nodded. – We can work with that time. I'll ensure that the soldiers prepare themselves and we'll present strategies for the Lord to appreciate...

Looking at her, Arthur signaled with his hand for her to leave. – Very good! I promised the Glayders that they would die tonight, and I intend to keep that promise. So, I want five hundred men with me today! I will destroy the Glayder family for the sin they committed against my family!

General Cassilda crouched. – So it will be done, lord. – she exclaimed, looking at Galahad. – Prepare the men!

Galahad, silently, crouched down and then withdrew to comply with the order.

– Bring the representatives of the soldiers from all the kingdoms who helped us. – Arthur's voice directed to Cassilda.

Persival approached Arthur. – Brother, let me go with you. Let me be there when the Light gives into your hand those who have hurt our family... – he whispered, asking for the king's permission.