Two years ago."Your academic achievements last year surpassed all the schools in the Varidianth kingdom, Kieran. I hope this year you continue to maintain your brilliant performance." After saying that, the headmaster smiled warmly and politely at Kieran, without a word of thanks or congratulations, as if it was only natural and deserved that Kieran achieved the highest rank in Varidianth. However, Kieran was already accustomed to the burden of expectations and others' confidence in him."Of course, Prof," Kieran said. He stood up and shook hands with the headmaster, then carried away a box adorned with golden velvet layers given by the Varidianth kingdom.As Kieran stepped out of the headmaster's office, he paused in the corridor, gazing out of the window. The sky was bright blue with a few clouds, and distant cheerful sounds of students playing ball or basking in the sun could be faintly heard. It was such a pleasant atmosphere. However, why did Kieran feel nothing?He bowed his he

On the grounds of Nyxshade's abandoned family manor, Will dismounted from his carriage. He jerked the toe of his boot on the gravel road for a moment, feeling the texture was slightly different. That meant there had been a recent battle between Grand Duke Silverlake and the palace knights who attacked him.Three knights wielding magic swords and magic arrows also dismounted from their horses and stood behind Will. "Master Will, we will inspect the manor first before you enter it," said one of the knights in a firm tone that Will could not argue with. After all, it was Will's father, the Duke of Zephyr, they were obeying.Will simply nodded. While his family's knight stormed into the empty manor, Will leaned against the body of his carriage. He looked up at the overcast sky as he played with the air around his wave-colored hair. He suddenly remembered how Dravon had banged on his bedroom door a few days ago. At that time, all Will could think about was how he could pull himself togethe

Tonight, Vikrant realized the night sky was as dark as raven feathers. In the distance, lightning crackled, casting a beautiful streak of white across the canvas of the sky. Vikrant smiled at the pile of documents and proposals awaiting his approval, his tongue craving the taste of rich wine on his palate.Vikrant snapped his fingers, and a loyal servant emerged from the door behind his desk. "Do you need something, Your Highness?""I want to know what that boy is up to," he said. His throat growing thirstier, Vikrant was eager to finish his daily tasks and retire to his study for relaxation."Prince Dravon is attending a ball he organized himself, Your Highness," the servant replied calmly."A ball?" Vikrant blinked cynically. "What sort of ball is not planned for weeks and doesn't seek my approval beforehand?""This ball is fully endorsed by the King, Your Highness," the servant explained. "To welcome the arrival of Earl Swiftwind's daughter from the land of Varidianth."Vikrant fur

On the royal Varidianth private jet, William Zephyr sat alone in his seat, playing magnetic chess to clear his mind. Behind him, he could hear his three knights cheerfully arguing about how to operate the small television screen that could display many latest movies, according to the taste of the Varidianth royal crown princess. But Will instead reminisced about his first encounter with Dravon.At that moment, the night was exceptionally bright in the city of Valorus. William Zephyr was waiting for his father to speak with the king. He waited in the palace corridor, seated in front of a table adorned with a beautiful set of ceramic chessboard. It was the distinctive Varidianth chessboard, playable by three people simultaneously. Of course, William did not yet know the origin of the chessboard at that time, but when someone sat across from him, dressed in the formal attire reserved for royal family members, he immediately recognized the owner of the chessboard."You must be William Zep

In the slowly moving cabin of the ferris wheel, Kieran observed Arlo, who was asleep on Serena's shoulder. Behind the two of them, the skyline had changed colors to orange, red, and purple. Around them, only the creak of the cabin's suspension and Arlo's steady breath could be heard.Kieran sighed and turned his face to the side, watching the visitors leaving and arriving at the amusement park gates. "Arlo and I saw Dravon at the amusement park today. I guess he came to see you?" Kieran asked softly.Serena's fingers fidgeted on her lap. She also turned to look out the ferris wheel cabin window, observing the frozen lake behind the ferris wheel. Some people were ice skating there, some still learning, and others gracefully dancing."There's a letter inside the Zyronox dagger we bought at the Umbravale market," Serena murmured. "Your name is written in it."Kieran turned and looked at Serena. "Can I see the letter?"Serena nodded. She promptly pulled out a sheet of paper from her pocke