Chapter 215: First Prince and Second Prince
The young man kept walking but glanced at the old man for a split second before saying,
"Yes, elder brother is still on the frontlines. He is in Karak now, inspecting the remnants of the battle. The simultaneous appearance of the Wrath Devil and an Emperor-stage Hydra is no simple matter, so father has asked him to stay there for some time, just in case something happens."
This young man was none other than Alderia Doria, the second prince of the Doria Empire.
"He is also there to investigate the sudden appearance of a golden light, which was revealed to be a technique—a powerful one at that. The problem is, we don’t know anything about the person who unleashed it. Is he a friend or a threat to the empire? We are still investigating whether this could also be one of the reasons the devils retreated. That said, with my elder brother’s instincts and sharp senses, I am confident he will uncover something," Alderia added.
"By the way, let’s put that aside for now, teacher. I must thank you for the Association’s help in supplying pills to the soldiers on the frontlines. You must be under a lot of pressure as the Association Leader," he said to the old man, who was, in fact, the leader of the Alchemist Association.
The old man smiled and stroked his beard.
"It’s nothing at all, Your Highness. The threat of the devils is immense; it is merely our duty to assist the soldiers in this way," he said. "It is also the Association’s way to support Your Highness in his endeavors. Because of the war, it seems His Majesty’s decision to appoint the Crown Prince has been accelerated. If you need anything from me, Your Highness, I will gladly assist you as your teacher."
Alderia stopped walking and looked at the old man.
"Teacher, thank you for your support, but please refrain from speaking about this matter. I do not want anyone who overhears to misunderstand," he said, bowing his head. "I apologize for my rudeness, but the topic of the Crown Prince’s appointment is premature to bring up right now. To me, the position of Crown Prince is not something that requires attention at this moment. Please excuse me, Teacher."