Chapter 209 - : Stroll

It's Friday, and I don't have class on Friday. I was planning to spend my whole day preparing for my presentation. However, Rufus knocks on my door early in the morning just to inform me that Godfather wants to stroll around the Alderrdeen City.

In the end, we all show Ruler Laird around the Alderrdeen City. But since his identity is quite special, we couldn't go to public places or else people might know that he is in Alderrdeen.

We're currently having a picnic on the lakeside. It is a private place, and Prince Fraser is the one who rents the whole place. He even gave a hundred centimes to the owner of the land just to shut their mouth up. To not let other people know that Ruler Laird is staying here and not to let anyone know our connection with Ruler Laird.

Rufus elbows me. I'm currently sitting on the picnic blanket while looking at Prince Fraser and Ruler Laird fishing. Princess Paislee is behind Prince Fraser as always. Leander is with us too, but he is busy reading his medical books as usual.

"Aren't you afraid?" Rufus whispered to my ears.

I look at Rufus and frown. What does he mean? What should I be afraid of? "Of what?"

"That people might know our connection with Ruler Laird?"

Aren't I afraid? If I had any other choice, I wouldn't mind other people knowing Prince Fraser and me had a connection with Ruler Laird. However, our situation doesn't allow that to happen.

If the other Kingdoms know about Vrawyth's connection with Illorian City. It will bring trouble for the Vrawyth Kingdom. 

The other Kingdoms, especially our enemies, will be threatened with our connection. They might use this excuse to go against us, and that's not what we want. As much as possible, I want to avoid the inevitable war. Not until it follows the timeline I have written for it. 

"I am. But what are we supposed to do? Ruler Laird wants to stroll around the City, and because we are the one who invites them, it's only our responsibility to entertain him. Also, Prince Fraser has made preparations before coming here. I'm sure he made sure that no one would know about our connection with the Illorian City. So, you shouldn't worry."

Leander put the book down he was holding and looked at us. "We should be more worried about Brandr. Now that he is awake, he will definitely pull Prince Fraser down. We should also take note that one of these days, his parents will arrive here in Alderrdeen. Although we have Ruler Laird as our protector, we shouldn't solely be based on his identity. We are Vrawyth people. We should do something and not just rely on the Great Ruler."

Rufus sigh and stare at Ruler Laird and Prince Fraser. "But what else can we do? Before we can do anything, the Great Ruler already finished doing it."

Leander sighed and returned to reading his book. "I'm just saying."

Leander said is right. We shouldn't rely on Ruler Laird. But the problem is how can we handle the situation on our own?

"Csille, look how big the fish I caught." 

I looked up and saw Ruler Laird holding a big fish in both of his hands. He looks proud of his catch.

I was about to say something, but I was shocked when Godfather tossed the fish to Prince Fraser bucket and walked towards me. 

"Is there something wrong? Why do you look dejected?" He asks worriedly.

I shake my head at Ruler Laird. "It was nothing, Godfather. We were just talking about something." I look back at the big fish that is now inside Prince Fraser's bucket. "Wow, isn't that a great catch? I didn't know you're great at fishing."

I was really grateful for him. Really. But I feel bad for relying only on his power. If only I have power. The power that will scare everyone.

Ruler Laird looks at me before he sits beside me. "Tell me what really happened." He then looks at Rufus. "Prince Rufus, can you tell me what you are talking about?"

Rufus being the busybody, straightaway told Ruler Laird what we were talking about. He just left a few details, which I am thankful for. If Ruler Laird knows that I don't feel good relying on his power, I'm sure he will scold me too the way he scolds Prince Fraser.

"Great Ruler, we were just talking about Brandr. You probably know that he just woke up this morning. We were just worried that he might pull Prince Fraser down, after all, Prince Fraser beat him until he was unconscious."

Godfather laughs sarcastically. "Well, he could try. However, with his identity? I doubt if he can do that." Ruler Laird looks at me and Prince Fraser. "As long as I am here, you shouldn't worry about anything. Also, it's good that, that Brandr is already conscious now. He still needs to have an explanation to do after insulting my precious Goddaughter."

Too cruel. Brandr was already beaten until he was unconscious, but Godfather still wants Brandr to explain to him? Although, Brandr is at fault here, isn't this too cruel for him? 

Is it how powerful people do revenge? Too cool.

Although I found it cruel, I never said I pity Brandr. I think he deserves what is happening to his life. After all, it wasn't only me who experienced harassment and insult from him. It's time for someone to teach him a lesson.

Prince Fraser didn't say something and just sat beside Ruler Laird. Princess Paislee follows.

"Oh, by the way. I heard from Prince Fraser that you have a relative here in Alderrdeen. Isn't it Foulqueret? Foulqueret family? I heard they are the most wealthiest businessman in Alderrdeen. Isn't your older cousin is a Professor in your school, Csille?"

I squint my eyes at Rufus. This guy and his big mouth. It's not that I don't want Ruler Laird to know about my connection with the Foulqueret Family. I'm just worried for them.

The Foulqueret Family has always been living a simple life. It's the same reason why no one really knows about the Foulqueret family has a connection with the Lauretré. I don't think they will like to be associated with a high profiled person like Godfather. 

Powerful person could bring fortune or disaster to a person. It's the same reason why Prince Fraser and I keep our identities as Ruler Laird's Godchildren because we cannot face the catastrophe it can bring to us.

I nod my head at Ruler Laird. "Yes, Godfather. My Aunt Avaline, who is my Mother's older sister, married a wealthy businessman from Alderrdeen. After they got married, my Aunt decided to conceal her identity because she didn't want to be involved with the complicated life in the Lauretré Family. It's also the reason why the public didn't know about my connection with the Foulqueret."

Ruler Laird nods his head. "I heard from the Countess of Vrawyth that she really did have an older sister. I just didn't expect that they would be residing here. It's great to know that you have someone to rely on here in Alderrdeen."

Five years ago, when the Kings of the Kingdom created an event so they could talk about what to do with Strzalka. Ruler Laird was there. He even went to the Vrawyth Kingdom with the front of visiting the King of the Vrawyth Kingdom.

And during his stay in the Vrawyth Kingdom, Ruler Laird visited the Lauretré family and asked for permission if he could take Csille as his Goddaughter, which the Lauretré family gladly accepted. Because of this, the Count and the Countess develop a close relationship with Ruler Laird.

Ruler Laird even does the same thing with the King and Queen of the Vrawyth Kingdom. He asks permission if he could take Prince Fraser as his Godchildren, which the King and the Queen agreed to. 

It was five years ago that the Vrawyth Kingdom and the Illorian City formed their alliance in secret. Throughout these five years, countless Illorian soldiers were sent secretly to Vrawyth to undergo the special training for soldiers. Which boosted more the strength of the Illorian soldiers. In this world, I doubt if anyone can go against with Illorian City.

I smile at Ruler Laird. "They are really a great help. But as much as possible, I don't want people to know about my relationship with them. The Foulqueret Family loves to remain living a simple life, and I don't want to drag them with the complications in the Lauretré family."

Ruler Laird didn't say something and just continued eating the snacks that we had prepared earlier. 

"Eh? Isn't the residence of the Foulqueret Family nearby? Don't you have any plan to visit them before we go back, purplany?"

Check on Aunt Aveline? I guess it's not a bad idea since it's on the way. "I probably check on them later."

"Why don't I come with you? I also want to meet the Countess' older sister. That's, of course, if you don't mind, Csille."

I look at Ruler Laird and sigh. How can I refuse his request? He never asks anything in return after we ask for help from him. So, I guess it won't hurt. I'll just make a quick check on them and leave immediately. 

"If that won't be a problem to you, Godfather, then how can I refuse?"

I only wish Aunt Aveline and Uncle Faramond wouldn't mind.

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"My dear Csille, I didn't expect you would visit us. Come inside. Come inside." Aunt Aveline enthusiastically welcomed me.

She is watering her plants in front of her house when our carriage stops by. That's why she immediately see me. 

I smile awkwardly at her. If Rufus didn't remind me that the Foulqueret home is nearby, I would probably forget to pass by.

Aunt Aveline noticed the figures who were getting off the carriage. I look at her expression, waiting to see if she will react negatively, but she just smiles warmly at them.

"Oh, you bring guests with you? That's great. It's been too long since our humble house received guests. Why don't you come inside first? Your Uncle Faramond and your Brother Ernest are inside."

I look at Ruler Laird. He walked towards us and flashed his gentle smile. "You must be Countess Marcelle's sister? It was nice meeting you."

Aunt Aveline got silent for a while before she smiled at Ruler Laird. "May I know how did you know my sister?"

Ruler Laird looks at me. "I am Lady Csille's Godfather. I have met the Count and the Countess before, and they have already given me permission to take Csille as my Goddaughter. So, how should I address you?"

"You can just call me Mrs. Foulqueret. Let's talk inside the house. I'm sure my husband will be glad to see we have guests."

With the guidance of Aunt Aveline, we all went inside the house. Aunt Aveline made us wait in their receiving area while she prepared some food for us. She already informed Brother Pascal and Uncle Faramond about our presence. 

The moment they see all of us sitting in their receiving area, they all look shocked. I immediately walk towards them. Based on their reaction, I knew that they knew who are the people sitting in their recipes area.

Now I feel guilty. The Foulqueret family never wanted the extravagant life and always preferred the simple and peaceful life. But with the presence of Ruler Laird and Prince Fraser, how can they enjoy this peace?

"I'm sorry, Brother Pascal, Uncle Faramond. I only want to check on you and leave after. But Aunt Aveline let us inside, so I have no other choice."

Uncle Faramond looks at me and laughs. "My dear Csille, I didn't expect you to know the Great Ruler." Uncle immediately walks towards Godfather. "Apologies if I didn't welcome you personally. I—"

Ruler Laird stand up and extends his hand to Uncle Faramond. "Faramond Foulqueret. I didn't expect you will be married to the Vrawyth Countess' sister. That's great! With you as his Uncle, I'm sure my Goddaughter will be safe in Alderrdeen. I couldn't trust that Germund again. After all, he just let a small noble family from Ouqeaseon Kingdom insult Csille."

I sigh and shake my head. Godfather, do you always do that? Tell all people that I am your Goddaughter? 

"Don't worry, Mother and Father already knows that you are the Great Ruler's Goddaughter."

I look at Brother Ernest and sigh. I guess it's now impossible not to involve the Foulqueret Family.. I just hope this involvement stop here.