Mia and I entered the kitchen to Craig sharing breakfast with Aquant, Torus, and Martin helping him. Without looking over his shoulder, Craig spoke. "Mia, come and help your brother distribute these breakfasts to the guards."
Without complaining, Mia shifted right into the action. "Yes, sir."I didn't stop at the kitchen but passed everyone and headed for my room."Aren't you going to eat breakfast?" Craig called out after me."I'm taking a shower first?" I tossed over my shoulder without stopping.It was probably stupid to take a shower before we got into our training session but it would make me more comfortable and relaxed. I had to have a level head when facing those two mermen. I had a feeling things were going to be much harder than before. Craig did shoot an arrow at me when I was not looking. If it was not for that Queen mermaid, I would be a goner.I should be upset that he did such a thing. He was supposed t"Today's training is going to be different," Craig announced when we were on the beach. "For us to move on, Marvelon needs to know what a true battle looks like. So, for our first session, we will show him what a true royalty defense looks like. I'm not a King but my powers are close. Aquant and Torus will attack me. I will defend myself."Torus and Aquant shared a glance. I was a bit surprised, Craig would get involved. It was strange that he would ask them both to spar with him. Everyone bragged about both mermen. He couldn't be serious about wanting to battle the two men.Craig laughed at the worried look on the men's faces. "Don't worry, I won't release all my powers. After all, this is just a practice match. Besides, you two should be able to take me."Torus scoffed. "We both know you are more powerful than a regular King." He grumbled something else under his breath.Craig lifted a brow. "Don't tell me you are scared."Aqu
Craig excluded me from training for the rest of the day. I was left to be the spectator for the matchup between Aquant and Torus. If they had a problem with the new arrangement, none said anything. They did whatever they were told.Even Craig showed a few of his skills when attacking the two. He claimed he was not giving his hundred percent yet he was able to take down both men with a few counterattacks. His level to theirs was far apart. Still, Torus and Aquant held their own for much longer than most people would have.The trick was they never struck an attack until they were certain it would hit. Before that, they evaded Craig. Even so, he managed to calculate their movement and struck accordingly. In the end, the two men lost. It was a beautiful sight. Craig mentioned I would be stronger than him once I got my true powers. I doubt that. He was too good. Half his powers brought destruction on two of the most powerful men in the ocean. I couldn't imagine what
My executives got me dressed in my attire within record time. If it was one thing about my people, they were efficient. When I got to Antarctica, it was a relief to know that thousands of Southernians were able to escape the horrible onslaught of our city. Most of them fled to other Kingdoms. Prince Mitchalus has been sending men to correspond with the other Kings to take a census of how many were alive and out there.He also decided with the help of the Antarcticans to expand the City, making room for my people. It was a generous offer. I guess Prince Mitchalus had no choice. I had to be his Queen. This power thing was getting on top of my nerves. But, he was my mate. I had to do this for my people.The doorkeepers announced the arrival of the head executive. She swam inside the chamber. "It's about to start, Your Highness."I nodded and one of my executives placed my crown on my head. It was a pity my crown was not going to be the design of my King
The next morning, everyone was back and training sessions resumed. To say I had a great time with Alex and Sophie was an understatement. I forgot how happy and relaxed they made me feel. It was so long that we were friends just enjoying ourselves. I liked that our little team. It was hard being without them. Still, what we shared on that pier rejuvenated and I was ready to face the world. In this case, it was Aquant and Torus.Torus was back to his aloof yet relaxed self. He used fewer harsh words and held his tongue for the most part. It was kind of refreshing. He could switch roles within a blink of an eye without caring. It was a bit intriguing, but once we were not in training I stayed clear of him. It was safe to say he was a bit of a psycho. Anyone who could change demeanor to their liking was never the type to get comfortable with. It was a hard fact that saved me multiple times.Since we were on the topic of chances, I had to say that coronation was eve
Between spending my nights training in the ancestral world and my days with Craig my skills have gotten much better. I was now able to last a longer time in a battle with Torus and Aquant. It was an amazing feeling to see their approval of my improvements. Hell, I was proud of myself.The Sea Witch Queen was not kidding when she said I would regret my decision to have her train me. She was much harder on me than Gramps. On our first session of training, she pitched all of my friends against me. One would have thought that since they were my friends that they would take it easy on me. How wrong that theory was. If anything, they wanted to kill me. They spared me offense in each attack.I was on my ass within the first few seconds. Unlike Craig, the mermaid Queen never allotted me any time to catch my breath. If I was defeated, they were told never to stop until I got right back up. According to her, the enemy was not going to wait for me to get back on my feet.
"Are you okay?" I jumped down on the sand beside Aqualia.She didn't take her eyes off Sophie and Mitch down the beach. I had to admit Sophie was a bit happier than usual. Mitch was more laid back. He did spend a little more time around her than anyone else. I figured it was because they were now connected.Aqualia didn't seem to enjoy their closeness. It was a bit surprising that it no longer bothered me how close they got. I was just happy Sophie was happy and okay. There was no point being stuck in the past, anyway. I guess it was different for Aqualia."I told Mitchalus we should start having babies."I choked on air. The statement caught me much off guard.Aqualia didn't take it as an offense but smiled. "I guess it does sound weird but we are royalties. Mitchalus is not like you. He knows our ways and our responsibilities. Bringing forth offsprings in the final stage of the mating ceremony. But, he got angry and now sleeps
The supreme power could not be earned unless I was in my transformation state. Before then, I should be able to summon my island and get a hold of my trident and crown. Once those three things were obtained, I would be given that supreme power. When that happened only then would I truly be the King of Kings.It was a hectic journey but I managed to get this far. A tougher road was up ahead but I was ready to face it all. After all, I was a King.I tossed in the bed, feeling too lazy to get up. Exams were a day away. I needed to wrap up my training with Craig. My sole focus should be on Fenon but I couldn't forget my exams. It didn't matter that maybe my island was in the middle of nowhere. I worked hard for those majors. I wanted to finish it. At least one thing. Besides, Sophie was allowed to do her exams and I wanted to meet up with her in the real world. Just like old times.A groan slipped past my lips when my room door burst open. Despite my eff
"What are you scared of?" The scenery on the beach paused and the Sea Witch Queen from before appeared.Even though Craig's monster was not moving, it was scaring me. "What is that thing?"Most importantly, did all sorcerers have it? If this was Fenon's secret weapon, then I had no chance of beating him. Without my full powers, I was doomed.The mermaid's followed my gaze. "It's beautiful, isn't it?"We had two different ideas of beautiful, lady.She went on without my response. "Prince Craigleon is the only sorcerer like that. You don't have to worry. It's a manifestation of Prince Craigleon's true personality."That was a bit of a relief. If every sorcerer had that thing, my job was going to be much harder. But, it did not make sense at the same time. Craig was always nice. Ever since I was a child, there was not one single moment where he got upset. He was always calm even when I did something bad. He would sit me