Chapter 93: Flame of Rebellion
Thirteen years ago, the day Auren was born...
Princess Austaire, the second-born child of King Aurelus and known for her pure and just heart, had lived her entire life in the mansion of her mother, the Grand Duchess Stella.
In her arms was her week-old niece, Miron- the child of her uncle, Mirhuval Katana, a renowned knight from a distinguished bloodline and the Duke of Austerra’s western territory. The Katana family originally hailed from the Khodian Kingdom.
"Uncle, I heard the details of Miron’s Divine Frame, and I can’t help but be excited! I just know he’ll grow up to be one of the kingdom’s most powerful knights!"
Austaire beamed as she cuddled the infant in her arms. Before her stood a striking couple- Kalise Broomland and Mirhuval Katana, Miron’s proud parents.
With a wide smile, Mirhuval replied, "We’re excited for him as well. The moment we saw the full extent of his Divine Frame, we were convinced that Miron would one day be a powerful ally in your future ascension to the throne, Your Majesty."
"Oh, please, Uncle. Just call me little Austaire when it’s just us. I’m already tired of hearing those formalities all day," she added with a playful smile, squeezing Miron affectionately as she fed him from a tiny plate.
"I heard from the servants that the third prince is expected to be born today. Is it true his mother is a commoner?" Kalise asked curiously.
"It’s true, Your Highness," answered Johny, Austaire’s personal butler and royal attendant- a gray-haired man with a strong build despite his age and sharp, discerning eyes.
"For a commoner to carry the blood of King Aurelus, she must be incredibly gifted. Not just anyone can withstand the burden of royal blood," Kalise remarked, gently wiping food from baby Miron’s cheek.
"It doesn’t matter. Whatever the outcome, Austaire’s Phoenix blood holds the highest purity we’ve ever seen. As long as we stand by her, her path to the throne is all but assured," Mirhuval said seriously.
"My dear, don’t forget- the Soulfang magical family backs the first prince," Kalise reminded him, her voice tinged with more fear than caution.