Following their arrangements, Alex's expedition forces took some rest.
Duke Walmart like boot licker muttered pleasantly, "We have sat a splendid dinner in the evening to treat all the honourable people and all those mighty Leonhart warriors.."
Duke Walmart wanted to walk closer and became more intimate with his flattering smile but as soon as Catherine shook his head, it made him swallow the words that he was going to say and shut his mouth.
He stepped back a little seeing Catherine glare.
....
Inside the Duke of Walmart Mansion in the evening.
A grand stage was set, with a big buffet and a long red carpet was set to welcome the people.
Mordek and all the military soldiers stayed outside still they were offered a suitable place to accommodate where there was a feast of their own but it was done in the presence of an intimidating stare of soldiers of Bright who shed some casual jokes and mock them with a sarcastic tone.
Hot head Max and muscle head Antwan wanted to show the strength of their bulging muscles but they were immediately stopped by old man Mordek.
Still, it was quite a peaceful atmosphere.
Yes, it was peaceful apparently.
On the other end of the Banquet, Alex entered followed by his two wives.
As he walked inside everyone's stares fell on him.
It was a mix of emotions containing envy, hatred and disgust.
Alex knew that these people would look down on him and be jealous of him and would try to mock him.
But after a few moments, he was unable to hold his laughter as he came to know the reason for their envy.
They were more jealous as their wives and daughters were bewitched by his appearance rather than him having the chance to marry godly wives.
It all started when these nobles and ministers tried to sing praises of his wives and their beauty, making them angry but now it was their wife's turn as they feast their eyes on Alex who, even though had a pale face and worn-out look, was quite handsome.
As Alex engaged in gentle talks with them, a loud voice rang.
"Everyone Welcome the second Sun of the Bright Kingdom, Prince Edward."
Alex stared at the man with a gentle smile while taking a sip of the wine and he stared at Edward, he gave a gentle smile and nodded at everyone's comments.
His smile was hideous which can mask his inner expression.
"What a heinous bastard," Alex mumbled softly.
Edward begged pardon and turned his head towards Alex.
As soon as their gaze met, everyone could see sparks flying all around.
Edward who still had the warm gentle smile raised his hand for a shake.
"It's a pleasure to meet the legendary King of Nevan who is famous all over the world and his name has been a hot topic since childhood."
Alex could hear the sarcasm in his words but still, the smile lingered on his face and shook his head.
"Hahaha!"
"Sir Edward, I will take that as a compliment."
"By the way, thanks for inviting us here. My soldiers needed some break, so we."Alex spoke.
Edward just waved his head and muttered" You are embarrassing us."
"The honour is ours."
"I cannot see your third wife. Where is she?"
"Are you talking about Riya? She was a little reluctant to appear here. So, she is resting in her room?"
"Well, that's unfortunate. I wanted her to grace my Kingdom with her presence."
"Since she is a maid and always stays hidden. Not much was known to her."
"Being a maid restricts her from appearing here but King Alex, if you didn't bring her here thinking that it will lower your dignity you don't have to worry about it"
"My people are open-minded and they don't differentiate people on status. Even if she is a maid, she has the right to enter here."
Alex narrowed his eyes as he could feel Edward repeatedly emphasising Riya as a maid and commoner.
Even Catherine and Christina's expressions hardened a bit as they were fully aware of Edward's intention.
Not only was he humiliating and insulting him, but he was also testing Alex's patience.
Edward, who knew that Alex knew his identity and expected him to be a short-tempered person, started to run wild and swear all around.
But contrary to his expectations, Alex smiled and lingered on his face as he spoke.
"Don't worry Sir Edward next time we visit you. We will surely keep that in mind."
Edward's expression crumbled a little as Alex didn't fall for his provocation.
The party went on as usual. Except for the men staring at his wives wildly and the woman at him nothing else happened.
But at the end of the celebration, Edward came close to Alex and whispered.
"I can see your arrogance and the eyes with which you are looking down on me."
"You think that you are invincible just because you are stronger. It's still unknown whether the expeditionary force could reach Zenith and even if it does, would it reach one piece."
"You are soon going to be a laughing stock and the image of your weak soldiers and being wounded has already travelled far, showcasing how weak you are."
"Who knows, you may be already dying on the road. It's too bad to let the beauties by your side suffer but don't worry after your death, they will soon find their new homes."
Alex, who heard every word, nodded his head and said, "Thanks for informing me about all this."
"So, Farewell!"
"And also Good Luck to you," Alex whispered into his ears.
.....
Alex entered the room with Christina and Catherine where a girl dressed in black sat.
Alex threw the coat and sighed.
" Haaaaaaa!"
"I want to kill that bastard!"
Catherine laughed seeing him.
"You don't need to act now. I can see just how tiresome you are feeling from all this. You can relax a bit."
Alex nodded and slurped down on the couch.
The shirt which sticks down on the chest suddenly bulged and the top button flew away. The facial expression changed a little and the body grew shorter.
"Sister Catherine, acting as big brother is difficult. I can't even scold the other party while he was shouting all that bullshit."
Christina smiled seeing her complain "Don't worry Alice, your big brother will soon show them the meaning of despair."
