Book 11: Chapter 45
It didn’t take long to return to Troy City from Duargana. I also returned as fast as I could. I didn’t inform my citizens of my return, but when I entered the city, people gradually rushed to the side of the streets to toss flowers at me and loudly welcome me home.
They were the reason I had to slow down. My initial plan was to sprint straight to the palace of Troy City, but it wasn’t possible. The road was congested, so I had to lead my guards and get the people to slowly make way as we headed toward the palace. I used to dream of the scene where everybody would be welcoming me and treating me as a hero, but I unexpectedly got really annoyed due to the timing.
People crowded around me as though I was a hero. They showered me with flowers and applauses, but I just want to return home to see my wife.
Did I lose my ambition? I didn’t care even if I did. I just wanted to see Nier. I hadn’t seen her in a long time, but I was sure she’s still well. Nier had Mommy Elizabeth with her. Freya may have left, but Troy City was my base. Nobody would approach Nier with ulterior motives in Troy City.
Luna’s situation wouldn’t befall Nier, either. She was nurturing herself and her child. I needed to head back and take care of her before I could sort out the North with peace of mind.
I’d only be able to figure out what I needed to do once I returned to the North. I didn’t know what methods Freya had or what she was doing. I hope that she hadn’t restrained herself waiting for my orders. Freya should’ve been able to sort out lots of things in the North. She was my sister who I trusted. She was also my sister to the rest of the world, so she could give out orders. Freya was very astute. If she could solve the weather problem before I returned, I’d be so elated I’d hug and kiss her.
“Ah, Your Majesty, welcome back! Congratulations on your victory!”
“Your Majesty!! Congratulations on your victory!!”
“Your Majesty! It is great that you are back!”