The Bloody Valkyrie

Three generations ago, the Empire had also been a feudal state. However, the power of the nobles gradually weakened, and when the current emperor ascended the throne, it became an absolute monarchy.

The current emperor—— Zirkunif Lun Farod el Nix.

During his ascension to the throne, the killings were so bloody that it was almost enough to form a river of blood, therefore this youth was henceforth known as the Blood Emperor. Gazef recalled coming across him in the battlefield, the emperor who once wanted to recruit him.

That emperor truly was a born ruler.

“Because of my superficial way of thinking, I was unable to protect you, and for that I am sincerely sorry. Even when issuing you a dangerous order, I was unable to give you the best equipment for the job… we are asking for your forgive-, no, please forgive me… Your subordinates also lost their lives because of this.”

“No, not at all…”

“Gazef, it may not make a difference, but although it cannot be called an apology, I would like to give recompense to the families of the deceased. In addition, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude towards Master Gown for rescuing my most loyal and trusted aide.”

Even though it wasn’t the King himself who was rescued, he still wanted to personally express his gratitude towards a mere lowly commoner. This matter should be problematic, but ——

“I believe a virtuous man like him will be satisfied with just those words.”

“Is that so… oh?”

Two figures walking along the corridor became reflected in the King’s eyes, especially eye-catching was the beautiful girl who walked in front. That girl’s beauty was rumoured to be beyond what could be captured on a portrait; a truly indescribable beauty.

The King let out a smile. His love for the young princess exceeded that towards his other children.

Renner Theiere Chardelon Ryle Vaiself.

The 3rd princess inherited her dazzling mother’s appearance, and was renowned by others as the “Golden Princess”.

Being sixteen years old, she had already reached an age where marriage was nothing out of the ordinary. This was also another reason for the nobles’ penchant to create trouble.

The title was derived from her golden hair, silky smooth and supple as it draped over the back of her neck. Those healthy-looking smiling lips were a light cherry blossom pink in colour. Dark blue eyes like sapphires shone with warmth and vibrance.

The fashionable white dress further strengthened the image of purity she gave off to others. Around her neck hung a golden necklace, looking as if it was the emblem of her noble soul.

Standing behind her was a youth who was in the process of growing from a boy into a man. He was wearing a white armour and could be described with the term ‘raging fire’.

Above his curved sanpaku eyes were two rough eyebrows.

His face bore an expression of a will as strong as steel, with a tanned dark color. For convenience of movement and the avoidance of battle as well as other reasons, his blond hair was cut in a neat and tidy fashion.

This youth called Climb was someone whom Gazef did not know how to get along with. It wasn’t that he disliked him, rather he liked him.

However, Gazef simply found difficulty in dealing with the heavy atmosphere that he gave off. Gazef did not hate serious individuals, but he still hoped that the other side could relax a bit.

Still, Gazef thoroughly understood Climb’s feelings.

Climb who was always by the side of the most beautiful woman in the kingdom, would often suffer the jealousy and resentment of others, and should not even have any friends. Also, his origin was also like Gazef’s—— no, even worse than Gazef’s. Therefore he could not display any weakness, for none of his actions could afford to allow his mistress to suffer any criticism.

“Father, Warrior Captain.”

The King smiled towards Lana who ran over with light steps, and nodded towards the deeply bowing Climb.

“It seems your meeting is finally over.”

“Yes. There were many topics to discuss.”

“So it was like that. I’ve thought about it for a second, and wanted to allow father to listen to my idea, therefore waited here for you.”

“Is that so? Then I am really sorry.”

Her ideas were no trivial matter.

The other reason why she was hailed as the “Golden Princess” was because she had a nimble mind and admirable spirit. Not only did she establish landmark institutions, but also proposed new bills.

Her proposals were almost all relief measure plans for the civilians at the bottom of society. Moreover, it was not by way of charity, but by preparing a good welfare policy, giving the civilians who were willing to help themselves the opportunity to become self-sufficient.

Not only that, but also at the same time improving the status of being a civilian, boosting their loyalty towards the royal family, strengthening productivity, all which affected the policies which the royal family had interests in.