All Chapters of Rise of an emperor: The seventh prince: Chapter 21
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Chapter 21: Haven't you got what you wanted!
Queen Jasmine sat in her opulent chambers, her face twisted in a scowl as she paced back and forth across the plush carpet. The news of her son Derrick's marriage to that...that...Mabel, that dirty smelling maid, still lingered in her mind like a bad smell. It still burned like a fire, fresh in her soul. How could her husband, the king, do this to her? Why would he force their son to marry a commoner, a maid no less! And the said maid is pregnant, to make matters worse. Sigh! She had always known Derrick was a bit of a wild card, but this? This was a whole new level of reckless abandon. And to think she had handpicked a suitable bride for him, a.... Sigh! What's all these? What was her husband, the king thinking. How could he do this to her? To their family? The royal family's reputation would be ruined! The royal family is doomed all because of one person, that bitch...that...that thing that calls her wretched self Mabel. 'God!' Queen Jasmine's thoughts were
Chapter 22: War drums of war 1.
It has been three weeks since the royal wedding between Prince Derrick and Mabel happened.The kingdom has by now resumed it usual activities, with everywhere bubbling with excitement.Yet, while Naviel kingdom, celebrated, trouble was brewing at the borders between Naviel and Decresh.A Navielian merchant ship was approaching the entrance of the Leviathan sea on its journey home. As it approached on of the harbors controlled by the kingdom of Decresh, the ship's owner, James, observed the coastline with a sense of nostalgia.He had this guts feeling that something wasn't right, but he couldn't place his hands on it.Nevertheless he decided to put all those thoughts behind him.'Probably just a mere thought.' he said in his mind.As he guided his vessel toward the dock, he noticed something unsettling—the grim expressions on the faces of other Navielian sailors. No!This can't just be a mere thought.Something was clearly wrong somewhere, and he needs to get to the bottom of it, and
Chapter 23: War drums of war 2.
Arthur silenced the room with a single statement. "The solution is actually simple. We must fight back.""I agree with you, but how? How do we turn the tides around?" Prince Erics asked."Hehe..." Arthur laughs out, and immediately all eyes turned towards him."It's actually simple. We take over the Leviathan sea, while also fighting them head on, on land."Boom!The whole hall became shocked.Such audacious suggestion!This would just indirectly drain off the kingdom's finances."And if I may ask, why do you suggest this as an option?" King Alfred asked.Arthur's voice was cold and steady as he replied back. "This is the only known route for trade available for us between both kingdoms as passing the other way round between the high seas would not only drain our resources, but also wear out our merchants pockets. Our economy is growing more reliant on maritime commerce every day, thus the need for us to swiftly take over the Leviathan sea. Besides, even if we negotiate a new agreem
Chapter 24: War drums of war 3.
With that in mind, Arthur made his way to his father's chambers.Two guards stood at the door, armed with spears."Good evening my prince." the guards greets Arthur."Good evening, I want to have a word with my father."One of the guards nods his head, and then went inside to report to the king.Soon he was back."You may enter, your highness." he replies."Thanks you."Once granted permission, Arthur made his way inside.King Alfred was seated on his desk, busy with some paper works when his son made his entrance."What is it, Arthur?" King Alfred asks, still busy engrossed with his work."Nothing much, just made an amazing discovery about this war between us and Decresh, and I felt it was necessary to inform you about it."King Alfred immediately stopped what he was doing, giving his full attention to his son."Yes go on." he urged."Well father, this is my discovery." Arthur says as he places the map he had marked already in front of his father.He then began to share his discovery
Chapter 25: Jealousy at it's peak.
Meanwhile, back at Decresh, king Harrison Delong had already begun his own war preparations. He was determined to assess the current state of readiness and develop a strategy for the upcoming conflict with Naviel, summoned his lords, ministers, and generals to a meeting in the capital city of Upsala.Inside the grand throne room, the most powerful figures of the kingdom had gathered. Noble lords from across the realm stood in elegant but imposing armor, high-ranking generals observed maps and reports, and ministers conversed in hushed tones. Soon, the doors to the throne room swung open with a heavy creak, and the armored guards stationed at the entrance stepped aside. The chamber fell silent as all eyes turned toward the doorway. One of the guards raised his voice to announce the arrival of the king. "His Royal Majesty, King Harrison Delong, Harry IV of Decresh!" he proclaimed.King Harrison strode confidently into the chamber, making his way toward the throne at the far end of
Chapter 26: Am not a weakling.
Meanwhile Prince Arthur was busy training in the training grounds.He was sweating all over from a recent workout.Varrons who was nearby passed him a jug of water."Thanks Varrons." Arthur mutters his thanks as he took a swing from the jug.Varrons nods his head as an answer, while he steps back to continue his duties.Recently, the young prince has caught his attention. He had never seen someone so dedicated as Prince Arthur, down to everything he does. Either he saw him reading about the kingdom, training in the yard like he was doing now, or even when it comes to matters of State.He sure knows how to navigate his way through, unlike the other princes, who only knows how to womanize or party wildly.Soon Prince Arthur resumed his training, but it wasn't long when trouble came knocking on his doors.Prince Daniel swaggers in, his gold-stitched doublet flaring like a deliberate challenge to the morning’s discipline. The air, thick with sweat and leather, parted reluctantly for hi
Chapter 27: Dumbfounded!
Queen Jasmine burst into Arthur's chambers, fury blinding her. "Where the hell is that scallywag, where is Arthur! That..."The door slammed shut. She froze in shock, never expecting the kind of scene she was seeing in front of her.King Alfred sat at Arthur's desk, his composure, calm. Queen Cordelia, her rival mate, sat beside him. Arthur and Erics stood on either side of the both of them. And Daniel, her son, the reason she had stormed in here, was kneeling before them, head bowed, stubborn and not even remorseful for his actions.Queen Jasmine's face turned crimson. "Why is Daniel kneeling to Cordelia's son? It's unfair! My son deserves better. After all it was Arthur who started all these troubles in the first place. And you, Cordelia, as usual, you support your wretched son, even when he has caused serious havoc!"Cordelia's eyes flashed in anger. "Don't twist the facts, Jasmine! Arthur didn't cause havoc. Instead it was your son Daniel who sought him out in the yard, tau
Chapter 28: The making of a Knight.
The sun's golden rays filtered through the stained glass windows of the grand cathedral church of St Peters the rock, casting a kaleidoscope of colors on the stone floor. The air was thick with the scent of incense and anticipation as the kingdom's nobility gathered to witness a momentous occasion: the knighting of Prince Arthur, among others.King Alfred, resplendent in his royal regalia, stood before the altar, his eyes scanning the assembly with a mixture of pride and solemnity. Beside him, the Archbishop of Naviel, his grace, Cyril Jones, a wise and aged man, held the Sword of State, its blade gleaming with an ethereal light.Prince Arthur, tall and proud, stepped forward, his armor polished to a mirror finish. He wore a white tunic emblazoned with the golden lion of Naviel, symbolizing his purity of heart and his loyalty to the crown. His dark hair was neatly trimmed, and his eyes shone with a quiet determination.The church choir sang various melodies to the soothing ears of t
Chapter 29: War 1.
And so the kingdom of Naviel enjoyed their peaceful moments as a nation.But their peaceful days were short lived.The long-awaited war between Naviel kingdom and Decresh kingdom finally came, like a storm brewing on the horizon. It started with a spark, a spark that would ignite a fire that would consume nations.King Harrison Delong of Decresh, a man known for his cunning and ruthlessness, had been looking for trouble, trying whatever means he can to draw the attention of King Alfred. But King Alfred tried as much as possible to avoid him.But luck wasn't always on a man's side.A group of Naviel merchants, who had been traveling to and fro, selling their wares and buying exotic goods, were returning home, laden with treasures and tales of adventure, unknowingly walking into their doom. As they crossed the border into Naviel, they were ambushed by Decresh soldiers, aided by bandits, their goods either stolen or destroyed, and their lives brutally taken.The news soon reached King
Chapter 30: War 2.
The stage was set, the players were in place, and the audience was holding its collective breath. The two armies faced each other, their eyes locked in a fierce stare, as the tension between them grew thicker than the morning fog.King Alfred, his armor gleaming in the sunlight, rode to the front of his army, his voice booming across the plain. "Warriors of Naviel, today we fight for our kingdom, for our families, and for our honor! We fight for the freedom to live our lives as we see fit, to worship our God, to our gods, and to protect our loved ones. Decresh has threatened our peace, and now we must defend it. Let us show them the strength of our motherland, Naviel! Let us show them the courage of our hearts!""For Naviel!!"The Naviel army roared, their voices shaking the earth, as they clashed their swords against their shields.Prince Arthur, his armor adorned with the golden lion of Naviel, stood tall in his stirrups, his sword raised high, as he gave the battle cry."For Navi