Chapter 50. A Prince

I was left speechless. His words stunned me, leaving me dazed. But I knew I couldn't refuse the King's offer in front of his loyal subjects - that would undermine his authority.

So, I knelt down. "My Lord, I'm deeply grateful for your offer. I only helped the people because it was the right thing to do."

The King smiled and helped me up. "You did what others wouldn't," he said. "You acted selflessly, without seeking fame or power. That's why, from this day forward, you'll be my son, Prince Maximus."

His words sounded plain and simple, but maybe my brain had finally adjusted to their unusual way of speaking.

The Roman general knelt on one knee

“Hail the godsent, Hail Prince Maximus.”

Every other soldier knelt as well and the crowd stood up and shouted in unison

“Hail the godsent, Hail Prince Maximus, Hail Hail Hail.”

I just stood there, opened my mouth but no words could be formed.

And just like that I was made a Prince.

***A week later***

The coronation has been completed and
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