Crushing flags and claiming the Villainess - Chapter 113

Chapter 113: Chapter 112- True face(1)
[Two days later]

In Eryndor, a gathering of people has been arranged.

Those who were worried about the King’s health gathered in the royal court to see and greet the King.

Naturally, because of so many people here, the security of the royal court was extra strict as well. And those who were allowed to enter the palace were thoroughly examined near the entrance.

On the throne, Cedric was seated. Although he seemed slightly feverish, he was quite better in comparison to how he was when Austin came to meet him.

His strict diet and regular sessions with the healers allowed the man to recover well.

And since it was still not discovered who and how someone poisoned the King, the food he eats is still being prepared by the butler.

Now, in the royal court, those who have gathered expressed their relief upon seeing their Monarch being healthy once again.

“Your Majesty, my eyes are blessed to see you in good health.” One of the men, who was a farmer by profession, knelt on the floor with his hands clasped.

“It really put us at ease to see our ruler in good health.” A woman added, having a smile of relief on her face.

Cedric couldn’t stop himself from smiling. Seeing how much he was loved by his people, makes him feel that he hasn’t failed his predecessor.

The Queen, who was sitting behind the curtains, also smiled in elation, upon finding that so many people cared about her husband.

“It’s the well wishes of my people that I have recovered so well,” Cedric spoke, his voice soothing the hearts of many.

Although Eryndor was a small country, Cedric has always ensured that within his jurisdiction, everyone gets to eat three meals a day.

He even goes out regularly to inspect the situation with regular people and take necessary action to improve their situation.

It was his wife’s idea to take a couple of steps for people’s betterment—like providing monthly ration to the family members of those who are serving the country. And employment to those who live in remote areas.

With the help of responsible ministers who work under him, Cedric has established a harmonious family within Eryndor.

Just like others, Duke Corwon also had a soft smile on his face as he heard the blessings of the people.

However, the person sitting on the second seat on the left—the first Prince of the nation, looked quite bored by all this.

He really didn’t want to be a part of this at all, however, convincing his mother against it would have been a little too much. The lady still loves her husband quite a lot, and his skill wouldn’t have been able to overwrite that.

But maybe slowly, he would somehow corrupt the woman and use her to his benefit.

‘I guess it’s enough now…’ Deciding to prepone his plans, Aiden glanced at one of the ministers across from him.

The minister nodded before he turned toward someone in the crowd.

It was then—

“You are unfair!” Amidst the peaceful ceremony, suddenly a woman cried.

Every eye turned towards her as the weeping woman came to the front and cried again,

“You are sacrificing our lives for the sake of your son!”

People suddenly began whispering, wondering what the woman was spouting all of a sudden.

Cedric had a frown on his face as he heard the woman,

“My husband died at the hands of the spies from Drenovar. My whole life is ruined, and now, you are about to risk everyone who depends on you…who trusts you!”

The soldiers were already moving, raising their spears, and were about to take the woman away.

Aiden glared at the minister, before he got up, “What are you spouting, woman?! Say clearly!”

Prime Minister frowned upon seeing the senior adviser suddenly adding oil to the small fire.

Hearing his words, even the soldiers paused, allowing the woman to add, “Hener extended a helping hand in exchange for punishing your second son. And with their help, we all know that we will win against Drenovar! Yet you….you chose your son over your nation!”

Cedric’s brows were creased. He didn’t know how, but it seemed the news of Hener’s proposal had gone out.

‘It might be their doing…’ Cedric thought that it might be someone from Hener who spread the news.

However, the King completely missed to notice a certain young man with silver hair, grinning slightly at the scene.

The piece of information was spread amongst the people and everyone began muttering about it soon.

Prime Minister Arthur gritted his teeth—why are they letting it continue.

He suddenly rose from his seat before commanding, “Take that woman away now-”

“Is it true, Prime Minister? Did we really get a helping hand?” Someone from the crowd asked the man.

“Tell us, Prime Minister? Is it really true?” Another voice and the question were the same.

Following them were several more voices, asking the same thing again and again.

Aiden wore a perfect facade and got up from his seat, before asking the Prime Minister, “Should we push them out?”

Arthur shook his head, “Not giving them any answer would only make things worse. These are people, not criminals, whom we can silence.”

Duke Corwon nodded, “Yes, we need to give them an answer, or this will grow into rebellion in no time.”

Nothing is above one’s life. All the help and kindness the King extended toward his people would be forgotten in an instant if their lives were on the line.

The situation was getting more severe passing each moment.

Sophie was restlessly glancing between her son and her husband, thinking who would get up to resolve the situation. However, the growing agitation of the people didn’t seem like something that could be tamed easily.

Amidst the growing tension, suddenly, a soldier arrived at the court, weaving through the people, he stood in the middle of the court before announcing,

“Y-Your Majesty, a convoy…from Drenovar.”

Cedric instantly rose from his seat followed by the other ministers, as the Supreme Authority voiced,

“Alert all the posts and tell them to engage right away!” He couldn’t understand how the forces of Drenovar even reached the capital without him receiving any information.

Aiden also frowned at the news. This was quite unexpected. Weren’t they attacked by demons a few days ago? Why did they suddenly decide to attack.

It was then, when the soldier informed something crucial about this convoy, “Your Majesty, the one leading the convoy is the Second Prince.”

“…!”

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A/N:- Thanks for reading.