Starting With an SSS-Rank Swordsmanship Talent

After taking a bath and changing into a new set of clothes, Alaric and Hershey headed to the main mansion together.

At this moment, Lucas was chatting with the princess in his study.

“Are you really planning to do it?” Irish asked with a frown as she looked at the determined man in front of her.

“Of course! I made her wait long enough. It is time for me to take her back!”

Lucas replied with no hesitation in his voice.

He then stared deeply at the princess and said. “If you are truly on our side, then please do not stop me.”

Seeing his unwavering expression, the princess sighed helplessly. “Alright. I will help you.”

Lucas raised an eyebrow. “I am listening. Go on.”

The princess changed into a more comfortable sitting posture as she responded. “I will lend you my personal troops. There are not a lot of them, but they are veteran warriors with years of experience in war. I am sure that they will be of great help to your plans.”

Lucas was taken aback. He had seen the princess’ personal guards. All of them were powerful warriors. There was even one who was a Transcendent Knight!

“Is that person included?” Lucas pointed at the woman standing behind the princess. She was dressed as a maid so others wouldn’t notice her, but Lucas could see through her power at a glance.

The princess nodded at his words.

“Of course!”

She then beckoned to the woman and told her. “Introduce yourself to the baron.”

Hearing this, the woman stepped forward and saluted. “My lord, my name is Linda Barnaley. My expertise is in assassination!”

Lucas narrowed his eyes. “Oh?”

Just as he was about to say something, they suddenly heard a series of knocks on the door.

Lucas could sense the familiar aura outside. He let out a smile and said.

“Come in.”

The door was pushed open by a couple.

“Greetings, my lord and Your Highness.” The couple greeted them.

Alaric noticed the tense atmosphere between his father and the princess so he asked hesitantly. “Should we come back later?”

Lucas waved his hand. “There is no need. Come here and take your seats.”

The princess didn’t say anything and gave a silent acquiescence.

Upon taking their seats, Hershey couldn’t help but take a curious look at the princess.

Alaric had already told her about his true identity so she knew that the princess was his cousin.

As if sensing her gaze, Princess Irish glanced at her and nodded with a polite smile.

“What were you two talking about earlier?” Alaric couldn’t hold back his curiosity.

The princess didn’t respond and just gave Lucas a knowing look.

Seeing this, Lucas opened his mouth. “It is about your mother…”

He had already discussed this with Alaric a few weeks ago so he wasn’t afraid to tell him everything.

Alaric furrowed his eyebrows. “Is it finally time?”

Lucas nodded. “We cannot let your mother wait anymore. We must get her as soon as possible!”

Alaric was silent for a moment.

He had sent most of the strongest warriors under him and it would take some time before their return.

As if knowing his worries, Lucas said. “Her Highness has promised to lend her private army. Even without Sir Galanar and Sir Warrick, we should be able to rescue your mother.”

Hearing this, Alaric couldn’t help but give the princess a look of gratitude. “Thank you for your support, Your Highness!”

The princess shook her head and replied. “You do not need to thank me. It is also my wish to give Aunt Jade the freedom she deserves.”

She had seen how lonely her aunt was so she wanted to help her attain freedom. Although she was aware of the dangers involved and how difficult it would be, she was willing to give it a shot.

“So what is the plan?” The princess asked as she turned her head to Lucas.

Lucas leaned on his seat and replied with a serious look. “Without Sir Galanar and Sir Warrick, we might have to change a few things.”

He then looked at the butler who was standing behind him and instructed. “Please bring the madam here.”

They needed Maria’s calculative mind to make this plan a success!

The butler bowed and left right away to look for the madam.

Fifteen minutes later, the butler returned with Maria.

She bowed to the princess before she turned her gaze to her husband. “You called for me?”

Lucas beckoned to her and pointed to the vacant seat. “Sit down. We need your help.”

Maria nodded with a serious look.

“Is this about Her Highness, Princess Jade?” She muttered after taking her seat.

No one answered, but she knew that she hit the mark.

Maria took a deep breath. “Alright. Tell me the situation…”

Looking at his reliable mother, Alaric secretly gave her a thumbs up.

***

A few days later, inside a room located at the imperial castle.

A white-haired woman was standing by the window. She had her eyes closed as she played a sorrowful melody.

If one were to listen, one would definitely be overwhelmed by this emotional melody.

After she played the last note, she finally opened her eyes. “How many years has it been?”

She stood up and looked at the distant sky, her gaze filled with intense longing.

Suddenly, she saw a familiar figure descending from the clouds. It moved so fast that the ordinary eye wouldn’t be able to see it.

A black falcon flew straight into her window and landed beneath her feet.

Princess Jade was taken aback. “Nighty?”

She bent down to tap the bird’s head. It was then that she noticed a letter inside the tiny letter holder tied to its leg.

She furrowed her eyebrows and took the letter, her hands slightly trembling.

Is this from Irish?

She thought as she unrolled the letter.

The more she read, the more serious her expression had become. After reading the final line, her eyes moistened.

He is coming?