The Crown Prince That Sells Medicine - Chapter 272

The Crown Prince That Sells Medicine Chapter 272

Episode 272 Wrong Encounter (2)

“Sir Cayenne? “This is where you will be today.”

Frontera Plaza where the canonization ceremony will be held.

Damian Cayenne, who was looking around the place, suddenly turned his head when he heard a sound from behind him. I saw a familiar face. It was Sir Frandel, the head of security at the villa and the commander of the palace guard. However, Sir Frandel’s expression was a little strange.

“Are you okay?”

“….”

Is Lord Frandel worried about me?

why?

Do I look sick?

Actually, I’ve been running a fever since last night. Is that already evident? Fortunately, I guess that wasn’t the case.

“I’m sorry. “For having to treat you like this.”

Lord Frundel looked truly sorry.

“I know. Your level is higher than my imagination. Based on your abilities alone, it is reasonable for you to guard the place closest to His Majesty throughout the canonization ceremony to be held today. But it seems that the higher-ups think otherwise.”

“I guess it’s because of where I come from.”

“Um, roughly.”

Sir Frandel clicked his tongue.

It was true.

Today’s canonization ceremony was a very important event. It was natural. Even in the Holy Church, one or two people are considered saints every hundred years. But the crown prince looks like that saint. Through this canonization ceremony today.

“As it is such a large event, all issues were decided through consultation between the Imperial Palace Ministry and the Holy Church. “This includes choosing the location here at the Frontera Plaza and making a security plan to escort His Majesty and important personnel.”

“I know. “I wonder what such high and honorable people would think of me.”

“I’m sorry.”

“it’s okay. “I know very well that it is not Sir Frandel’s decision.”

“But. Oh, this isn’t really right. I can’t believe that a skilled guard like you can’t stay by His Majesty’s side on a day like today, but instead has to stand at the corner outside the square. Tsk.”

Sir Frandel clicked his tongue with sincerity.

A security plan you received from your superiors. The document detailed the locations of all security personnel who would be deployed to the canonization site today. Damian’s position was the same. However, the problem was that the place was not next to the crown prince.

‘It’s not just that I’m not by your side. This is the edge of the main plaza. Only then will we be able to see His Highness Won’s face properly.’

The edge of the main plaza. They were treated the same as low-ranking guards soldiers. The reason was easy to guess. It may be because of Damien’s status. Because he was a gladiator in an underground gladiatorial arena whose lineage and origin were unknown, let alone his title or family.

“What if? If you’re dissatisfied with today’s arrangement… well, I’ll talk to the higher-ups again. Even if it’s not right next to Your Majesty, it can be placed a little closer. “What do you think?”

That’s how it should be.

It is truly a national loss to have such a talented person erected like a folding screen around the square. The most important thing today is the protection of the crown prince. Sir Frandel truly thought so. And on the other hand, I remembered a time in the past when I was secretly jealous of Damian.

“….”

When I think about it, I realized that at the time, I looked down on Damian just like the high-ranking people do now.

How proud it was when the crown prince first brought Damian and the gladiators into the villa. How shocking it was when the Crown Prince’s special bodyguard was formed with people whose origins were unknown.

I thought I couldn’t believe it. On the one hand, I was jealous. In particular, Damien felt like the biggest thorn in my eyes. The crown prince’s closest bodyguard should be his position. He thought it should be him, the commander of the palace guard.

However, it was unfair that that position was taken away by someone who didn’t even know where he came from. I was already very sensitive due to Sword Master Syndrome, a chronic disease among advanced sword experts, but the stress built up and I could barely sleep.

But was it in Kranos?

Watching Damian protect and support the crown prince from the collapsed gorge without a scratch… my jealousy disappeared like melting snow.

It was because I was keenly aware of reality.

‘This friend is a hundred times a thousand times better than me.’

It was Lord Frandel who personally toured the valley in question during the post-battle investigation. I saw it clearly with my own eyes at the time. Traces of cliffs melting from the terrible explosion and heat. There, the slopes and rocks were completely destroyed as if they had been cut down entirely by a huge beast.

It was a scene of collapse and destruction beyond the most horrific forms imaginable.

I got goosebumps when I saw that.

If he had been by the prince’s side instead of Damian at the place where this collapse occurred… would he have been able to protect the prince as well as Damian? Without a single wound. Safely.

“….”

no.

never.

There are places in the world that we cannot reach no matter how hard we try. No matter how hard you try, there is a point you cannot reach. Sir Frandel felt it in the collapsed canyon of Kranos. After that, I was able to let go of my obsession and accept Damien.

It was the same today.

“How about it? “If you want, I think I can talk to the higher-ups at least once.”

He purely hoped that Damien would be treated better. For that purpose, I also thought that I should speak out even if I had to risk future censure.

Of course, Damian could also feel Lord Frandel’s feelings. So I had no choice but to shake my head.

“I am okay.”

“Umm, really?”

“yes. Because I don’t want you to go into debt because of me. Instead-”

“Instead?”

“Wouldn’t Lord Frandel watch over the place closest to His Highness today?”

“yes. That’s why. “That’s better for you than me…”

“I believe the Lord will treat you well.”

“….”

“I’m serious.”

“…I understand. “If you say so.”

In the end, Lord Frandel smiled bitterly. When I thought about it, I wondered if I was being too sensitive and making a fuss. It was a canonization ceremony promoted jointly by the imperial family and the Holy Church. But could there be anyone who would cause trouble in such a majestic place?

‘but. Besides me, the two imperial swordmasters also said they would stay near the podium with His Majesty. They also said that one of the church’s highest-ranking paladins would appear there.’

Two sword masters and one highest-ranking paladin in one event venue. At this level, he is already the highest level escort on the continent. It’s probably the safest place in the human world.

“Then, thank you for your hard work today. “If the event ends successfully, we’ll meet separately in the evening.”

“Why?”

“You and the special forces. “I thought I’d buy a drink.”

“Everyone drinks so much that one drink won’t be enough.”

“Then you can buy more.”

“Is it comfort liquor?”

“What does that mean?”

Sir Frandel returned to the other guards with a bitter smile. Damian, looking at the back, let out a soft breath without realizing it.

“Whoa…”

Fortunately, I didn’t notice that even the breath I was exhaling was hot.

Actually, it was from last night. I suddenly got chills and my whole body started to boil with fever. Is it just the flu? I couldn’t figure it out. However, there were some areas of concern.

‘…Demon King.’

Suddenly, I remembered what the crown prince had said before. The Demon King lurking within oneself. That he will cause an incurable disease to take away my body. Even in that way, they will push this side to the brink of death and force awakening through that.

So, I advised you to tell me right away if you feel anything strange about your body.

“….”

But everyone seems so busy today.

This is the day when a crown prince will be canonized for the first time in history. Everyone is busy preparing for the event. Even the crown prince is like that. The crown prince was called to the imperial palace early in the morning. He will be preparing for the canonization ceremony there with the emperor. Thanks to that, I couldn’t even see his face today.

‘Well, anyway.’

All I have to do is endure it for about half a day. It’s probably just a cold, at this rate. So, just hold on a moment. After the canonization ceremony is over, let’s get treatment from the crown prince.

Damian stood in his assigned seat, trying his best to ignore the chills and cold sweat that appeared on the back of his neck. And today, he promised himself that he would be faithful to his duty of guarding the outskirts of the square.

♣

“Whoa.”

Let’s do well today.

Make no mistake.

Rakiel took a deep breath and raised his head. Mirror hanging in front. I looked at the familiar yet unfamiliar face reflected there.

“Hmm.”

Raquiel Adria Magentano.

You look much healthier than before.

He still had a thin body. But it’s much better than before. The complexion also improved. If in the past I felt like a sickly anchovy that needed soup right away, now I feel like I’ve managed to treat it like a human being.

‘This is just a healthy slim body type. Isn’t that right?’

He swung his body around to check his appearance. Then, suddenly, my eyes met my own in the mirror.

“….”

Rachiel Adria Magentano. The sickly crown prince of the empire. A helpless young man who, if things had gone as they were, would have died of illness long ago. What really happened to your soul? And Lee Han. What happens to my real body that is left behind in Seoul?

Did I die on Yanghwa Bridge at that time?

Or…

‘I don’t know.’

No matter how much I guessed, it was an answer I couldn’t figure out. Rachiel shook off the complicated thoughts that briefly came to mind. And focused on the task at hand.

‘Let’s not make a mistake. Let’s not hesitate at the canonization ceremony and just do as we are told. And… because of this incident, I have to think about the contents of a new advertisement to be placed in the lobby of the Oriental Medicine Clinic in the villa.’

He was canonized as an official(?) saint of the Holy Order. Of course, it should be used as an advertisement for an oriental medical clinic. You should use the bone broth until all the sweet water is gone. We need to expand the number of Byeonggung Oriental Medical Clinics. Then you will be able to get more bonus lives more easily.

‘That way, I’ll be able to afford to take better care of Damian.’

Come to think of it, it’s already been quite a while since I returned from Kranos. The King of Demon World has also been quiet all this while. But… will this continue to be the case?

‘no. never.’

They’ll still be lurking, waiting for an opportunity. It could cause Damian an incurable disease at any time. So I have to take my time. You must have a lot of bonus life.

While I am concentrating on treating Damien to prevent the awakening of the King of Demons, I can endure even if my lifespan is reduced without receiving bonus life.

‘For example, if you suddenly quit your job and fill up your bank account enough to survive even if you don’t receive a salary for about half a year.’

So it was.

Rakiel was constantly thinking of a new promotional slogan for the villa’s oriental medicine clinic. Meanwhile, the servants and maids around were busy the whole time. I changed his clothes and trimmed his hair and nails to the nanometer level.

And got into the carriage. Departed from the imperial palace. We arrived at the square at the end of the sound of hooves sounding in the same rhythm as our hearts beating ahead of the multi-faceted event. The crowd had already filled the place. red carpet. A high platform.

I couldn’t quite remember how I walked up to the podium. With my heart pounding and pounding, I followed the instructions and stood on the podium.

Only then did I look around.

“….”

The Pope in pure white robes bows towards us. The emperor was also visible across the street. The sight of numerous members of the royal family and high-ranking nobles and clergy lined up was also visible.

Everyone was smiling. Among them, the emperor was so moved that he almost cried. On the outside, he still had a solemn expression, but it was clear that the corners of his eyes were constantly fluttering.

That’s how much my heart trembled.

I never thought the day would come in my life when I would become the star of an event like this and receive cheers and congratulations from everyone. For example, I never thought that a day would come when even Javilon, a rebel from Amboise who was once in conflict, would sit in the front row of the VIP section at the event and applaud gracefully….

‘Huh?’

Cold water.

Rachiel’s eyes widened. Feeling like I was wiping my eyes with an Italian towel, I checked again the direction I had just glanced at.

Thanks to this, I was able to see it clearly. VIP seats, front row. Especially the center. There was a face there that I was so familiar with but thought I would never encounter here.

Amboise’s ruthless rebel.

A huge sword master.

A man who eventually fell and was taken to a magic laboratory.

‘…Javilon?’

He was wearing a very neat and tidy uniform, showing off the elegant formality that he had become very naturally accustomed to, and was clapping as he fit perfectly into the seat. And he was smiling brightly in this direction.

‘Why…are you here?’

I suddenly came to my senses.