From a King to a God [Awaken ] Chapter XIV

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In the Eastern Continent, not so far off from the Okiluarn Kingdom. A man with gold earrings, hair flowing alongside the wind. Close to the edge but not too oblivious to the dangers that lurk below.

Unknown

You know, this idea may not work in your favour. You're working alongside competition so of course they'll compete regardless of status.

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Keep your mouth shut you Snake, I don't need your input Alussev.

Alussev

Ouch, that hurt my feelings, Sir Ecta. You shouldn't be so harsh on your subordinate.

Ecttapede S'Ranski

Yeah yeah keep on saying that. My idea will succeed. I'm aware that the Emperor plans on stealing the Gold feather all for himself, he's a snake like you.

Alussev

If you're aware that he's planning on double crossing you then why are you working alongside him.

Ecttapede S'Ranski

I'm using him of course, if I didn't. How else would I be able to get the feather? My younger brother will serve well as a decoy, if the marriage does go well and I fail to obtain the feather.

Ecttapede S'Ranski

At the very least, Okiluarn will be wrapped around my little finger. — He chuckled slightly, the thought of it excited him seeing as how the odds were in his favour.

Alussev

What about the princess? She's retaliating after all.

Ecttapede S'Ranski

She doesn't have a choice nor a say in the matter. It's all falling into place....heh.

Ecttapede S'Ranski

And it's thanks to you, Alussev. — He placed his hand on his shoulder. indeed you are the allusive snake of the West. I trust that you'll accomplish this task without failure, yes?

Alussev

— His heart rate increased, this sense of fear and confusion. He couldn't make out whether Ectta was a foe or a friend. [ Ecttapede...I wonder...] yes of course.

Ecttapede S'Ranski

Great. — He pulled his hand back before wiping it using his handkerchief.

Alussev

[ I wonder if you truly think of me as a friend...or maybe you've been corrupted beyond repair, what they've done to you ...to us, can we still go back to the way? Is there a chance...? ] I'll...be leaving now. — He walked away from him, going on his own path.

Ecttapede S'Ranski, the young ruler of the Heiden Kingdom. He was still in training but in few years to come, Ecttapede will soon be known as the King of Heiden. Of course he was not alone, caught in a contract marriage with the Everlane Duchy. His heart was shot with a love arrow by the young highness.

She was a sick lass but still held beauty even with her snow white skin, Ecttapede was determined to obtain the rose that granted Sorbera her magic powers, hoping that he'll be able to save her.

Of course Alussev didn't see it that way, Alussev was Eccta's friend from a very young age, ever since he lost his own family. He lost most of his noble status but thanks to his father being of great assistance to the royal family, he was given a home in the palace.

Their friendship grew

But then came a time when it all fell... because of her.

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In a room that has a few incense sticks burning.

Sauko Hakiyama

The Empire is slowly falling in chaos, feels like I'm in Okiluarn.

Suhiwo Hakiyama

That's one way to put it, the Emperor feels inferior to the Queen of Okiluarn. Due to the power she wields, he says if he had magical power as well. No one would dare retaliate...odd I must say.

Sauko Hakiyama

what's so odd? He's right, you must rule with an iron fist or else people will walk all over you.

Suhiwo Hakiyama

I mean, it's odd that the Queen isn't using her daughter to her fullest potential. She could silence everyone easily....hmm

Sauko Hakiyama

She's an idiot, hence why a King is needed. That is the order, a woman cannot do things without a man. That would break the balance.

Suhiwo Hakiyama

Oh Sauko, my dear sister. Indeed you are using the lessons our family taught you quite well. However, the Veeygra family doesn't follow such traditions.

Suhiwo Hakiyama

They are a proud family that does not rely on two individuals, they train their heirs to the fullest, ensuring that they'd never need someone else to stand by their side. They treasure their women far more than men, of course the men also live a life of prosperity. The difference is power.

Suhiwo Hakiyama

They all battle but in terms of status, the women normally stand above. Equality can never exist in the Veeygra family.

Sauko Hakiyama

Tch' pathetic...

Suhiwo Hakiyama

However, Equality can never be achieved by anyone.

Sauko Hakiyama

What do you mean??

Suhiwo Hakiyama

The Hakiyama family also has internal struggles, everyone ends up struggling and fails to achieve true equality because true equality does not exist. The rich will remain rich, the poor will just be poor. The weak will stay weak and the strong will lead the weak, you can try and step out of the order and be different but the gap is far too big for you to close.

Suhiwo Hakiyama

So it's far too much for anyone to achieve Equality.

Suhiwo Hakiyama

Even with such struggles, the family lived quite well. The people residing in the Okiluarn Kingdom are just easy to persuade. Sneak in a few rumours, shake them up a little and oop- everything falls apart.

Sauko Hakiyama

I don't understand the Veeygra family, they're still inferior and foolish. You're also weird brother...what you said...

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Is not important.

Suhiwo Hakiyama

— He turned to look at the individual. Huh?

Sauko Hakiyama

— She looked at the same direction as he did Haa??

They both gasped and immediately bowed down, the individual who entered was the Emperor himself. A man who ruled the Silvermoon Kingdom with an iron fist, in due time grew weaker, not in power but in influence. This gave other families a chance to rise up the ranks and win the public's favour, building a negative reputation for the Emperor.

Rather than fighting the nobles with influence of his own, he chose another direction. Power.

Power can cause anyone to submit regardless of how tenacious they are.

And what better power could the Emperor have than magical power?

Suhiwo Hakiyama

This humble servant greets your royal highness.

Suhiwo Hakiyama

— He said with his face looking down, on knees and forehead touching the floor. [ What a surprise...]

Shikage Ryu'Sugimoto

You may rise, it seems you two have been having a lovely time. Are preparations ready?

Sauko Hakiyama

Yes they are, the golden Feather will be your's.

Shikage Ryu'Sugimoto

Good, failure is not an option. — His voice stern, leaving no room for comfort. He was harsh but not hostile.

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