Against the World II: Transgression
Intermission 2
...—A hidden place, Veria—...
AFTER spending one night a few hours in a luxurious palace room together with Jenny, Artemys is finally taken to the place where the man who masterminded her kidnapping is located.
As before, this time her eyes and Jenny's eyes were also covered with cloth; they were worried that she would recognize where she was. From this, Artemys' belief that they did not want his death grew stronger. Not only did they treat him well, he was also given the freedom to explore the place where he spent the night, of course on the condition that he did not try to escape. They really want cooperation from him.
Although they had tried to keep their location a secret to such an extent, Artemys already knew that he was currently in Veria. Artemys loved to observe the night sky; he knew what the night sky was like in Iceland. He has also read many books on Medea, Gheata, and Veria. Therefore, one hundred percent he was convinced that he was in Veria. The problem is, the exact location he can not be sure.
“Please come here, Miss Artemys.” A servant who was in charge of guiding them said, his hand restrained for Artemys to turn to the right aisle. “Please go straight there, later Miss will find a room whose door is open. Get in there. Her Majesty Shiva is already looking forward to the arrival of Miss.”
If the servant's words surprised Artemys, he did not show. The princess just nodded and invited Jenny into the hallway. However, his mind was inversely proportional to his facial expression.
Shiva's. When he heard the name, Artemys mind was immediately fixed on the Emperor who controlled Karna Great Empire. From the latest news he heard, Shiva Rashta had managed to bring all the rulers of Veria to sit down and negotiate. It happened six months ago. Unlike the Islans whose situation was on the verge of a great war, Veria had entered a moment of their peace.
Of course, the name “Shiva” is not only owned by one person on this continent. However, it is someone named Shiva who can send someone to kidnap him easily…. Artemys could not think of any other individual other than Shiva Rashta—someone who was titled “Prince of Veria”.
However, Artemys' current question is: why did the maid reveal that Shiva was behind her kidnapping after they had previously tried to hide?
There were several answers to that question, and Artemys could not decide which one was right before seeing what kind of person the famous Shiva Rashta was.
However, if the situation leads to unwanted things, he can teleport from this place. After all, an hour was more than enough to write down the teleportation runes on Jenny's stomach and stomach, let alone one night. They can leave at any time if the situation worsens. Because, his teleportation rune ignored all forms of barrier.
Heh, I wrote down two years for Xavier to read just to see how far he would try to save me. It would be sad if his efforts were ordinary….
“Nona Artemys, looks like it's her room.”
Artemys nodded. “Not wrong again,” he said casually. “Come in. Let's see what this Shiva wants from us.”
...—Maidenhair City of Magic, Islan—...
Xavier's cleavage came out from where Eileithyia was holding with a calm expression on her face. Eileithyia knew El's true identity without her having to convince him. Hence, he could get an answer easily. In fact, he got more than that. Indeed, it was rather pitying to see Eileithyia endure the pain of accessing her Crest of Hope abilities. However, there is no other choice.
…Shiva Rashta, Emperor Karna Great Empire. The owner of the Soul of Sacred Waterfall. The owner of Supreme Magic [Divine Insight]. He asks Empress Mikazuki Empire (ruler of Heisuke's home country) to take Artemys away.
“...Heh, I don't think I'll set foot in Veria anytime soon, but what can I do.”
…And the part of Xavier disappeared in a black fire that then evaporated into the air to leave nothing. He had returned to where Xavier was.
...—Agrippina, Caligula Kingdom—...
Now then? The farm has become so big. The farm has been named the kingdom's largest three-tailed, two-tailed camel farm.
The rapid development can occur because of the hard work of an eccentric man who has now been very famous among traders. He is none other than Gwen Rushtalia—or who the public knows as a big fan of the rancid nobility who has died to the extent that he uses his name.
Because of him, the farm became a prima donna. The wild three-tailed two-tailed camels occasionally came in groups as if to offer themselves to Gwen's livestock. And therefore he was also called the King of Camels.
The man who has been believed to be the head of the farm manager is currently standing gallantly in front of a thousand more adult camels. As usual, the camels looked at Gwen with respect and admiration. Their eyes twinkled, they were like puppies looking at their master for attention. Really, the nickname “King Camel” is really deeply imprinted in Gwen Rushtalia.
If anyone asks what Gwen did by standing like that in front of the faithful camels looking at her?
The answer is very clear: Gwen is giving direction for her followers to realize their ambition in controlling this kingdom.
“... Heh, heh, heh. I have no doubt about you at all. I have proven with my own eyes that you are smarter and more useful than the fools of this kingdom. However,” pause Gwen while clenching hands with a super serious expression, “we are still outnumbered. Though the people of this land are foolish, they are everywhere. Of course you guys understand that, right?”
The camels roared vigorously, the majority of them until they violently stomped their front legs.
Gwen nodded her head full of satisfaction, feeling proud of her followers. They were very reliable, and they understood very well that in this world there was no one more genius than him. In fact, if he were currently standing next to a god, these camels would definitely side with him.
“And therefore,” continued Gwen when the situation returned conducive, “we will still focus on increasing your number. At the very least, we should be able to reach a figure above twenty thousand before we begin the royal takeover operation. You guys understand that, right?!”
This time the roar of camels was more craze, and almost all of them were jumping around in excitement.
“How good! Now go, bring your comrades to follow me in the path of truth! Together we will carve the path of majesty!”
Like a fidelity, the camels ran energetically towards the exit gate of the city.
Gwen laughed so hard seeing her followers so excited. So hard he laughed, he coughed. But that didn't stop Gwen's heart from being happy. Right now he could imagine himself standing on top of the highest pillar of the palace after forcing those idiots to submit in total.
Busy with his laughter, Gwen did not realize that the people watching from a distance were also laughing out loud. No, they were not at all condescending or insulting Gwen. Instead, they liked Gwen very much. It is no secret that seeing the interaction of the Camel King with his camels has become an effective activity to relieve stress due to exhausting work.
Indeed, the residents and other workers on the farm are sometimes irritated by Gwen's rant that considers herself a genius. However, none of them hated Gwen. If the survey is conducted, the person who will rank first as the most popular and liked person in Agrippina is definitely Gwen Rushtalia.
Gwen did not realize it, neither did her camels, but the citizens really liked their existence. So happy, the majority of residents will say that the city will feel tasteless without their presence.
…And Gwen's journey is long.
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