Crowns of Heritage

Chapter 49- Problems (2)

(SAGE P.O.V)

Nathan held his hand up, and slowly took a step forward. I could feel multiple presence surrounding us. Whether they were friendly or hostile was the question that came to mind.

"Come out", Nathan shouted.

For a moment it was completely silent, until four people came walking from behind the trees in different areas. Nathan lowered his hand and I could see he lowered his defense.

"Why the fuck are you sneaking around Palin", Nathan said.

A middle-aged man walked closer and Nathan walked towards him.

"Sorry boss, we saw a couple of knights roaming through the forest, we were following them discreetly.", the man said.

"How many?"Nathan asked.

A younger man and two women walked over to where Nathan was standing.

"About a dozen", one of the women said, She was short and had short magenta hair.

One of the men peeked over Nathan's shoulder and looked directly at me.

"Who's that?", he asked.

Nathan turned toward me and gestured for me to come over. I walked over and stood next to him.

"This is one of my girls", he said looking down at me. "Her name is Sage, but you should address her accordingly", he said, and looked at the man.

"Really, this is one of the princesses you've been guarding all these years?", the middle-aged man asked.

Nathan nodded his head,"This isn't her natural look, she's in disguise", he said.

The two women leaned their faces toward me and stared at me.

"That explains why the Knights are roaming through the forest", the younger woman said, she had long honey blond hair and was fair skinned with light purple eyes.

Nathan gestured to them to follow him inside of the cabin. We all entered the cabin and I saw all their faces more clearly. Nathan started to introduce them to me.

"This gentleman here is Viscount Palin Kelley from the western region", he said, pointing at the middle-aged man.

The man bowed his head, and looked back up and smiled.

"This is Chena, she's an assassin that's been working under me for the past 20 years", he said pointing at the woman with the magenta hair.

She bowed, "Nice to meet you Princess Sage", she said, and smiled.

Nathan walked over to the younger man and placed his hand onto his shoulder.

"This young gentleman is Baron Calvin Vincente, he's one of the leaders of the rebel groups.

The man bowed his head.

Nathan pointed over to the younger woman, "This is Destiny, she's also an assassin and a member of the rebel groups.

I was so shocked to find out that Nathan is the one going around forming rebel groups. Before I could say anything, Nathan raised his hand again. Then I realized the cabin was surrounded.

"Looks like the Knights made it this far", Chena said.

"Let's hurry up and get rid of them, so I can go search for my sister", Nathan said and walked over to the door.

He turned his head and looked directly at me.

"Have you fought multiple people at one time yet?", he asked.

"Not fought but shot them down with arrows", I answered.

He smirked and seemed impressed. It reminded me of how much he tried to get Rosie and I to learn martial arts. We complained so much because he was so strict.

The rest of them walked over to the door behind Nathan.

"Come now, I'll show you how to fight multiple enemies at the same time.", Nathan said.

I nodded my head and picked up the dagger he gave me earlier.

Not even a second later, they all ran out of the cabin and instantly started fighting the knights. I ran out behind them and ran into a knight who tried to grab me.

Without hesitation, I raised the dagger up and slashed him across the throat. I didn't wait for him to fall and continued to run ahead. Nathan and the others were fighting and killing knights left and right. One of the knights ran towards me with a sword in his hand.

Before I could react Nathan got in front of me and stabbed the knight in the chest. The knight dropped his sword and started to groan.

"We need to leave this area now, it'll be daylight soon", he said.

I nodded my head and followed behind them as they started to run.

(NATALIE P.O.V)

It's been about 20 years since I've seen my brother. I still remembered his voice so I had no problem identifying him. I was wondering, why is he inside Count Livens' estate.

"What the hell Natalie, why did you hit me in the head", he said while groaning and holding his head.

"Why the hell are you here?", I asked, while folding my arms.

He tried to get up off the floor, I reached my hand out to give him some support.

"I needed to destroy a document before he reads it", he said.

"What is the document for?", I asked, curiously.

He looked at me and then looked over at Rosemary.

"Is this..", he paused for a second.

"My daughter Rosemary", I said.

He looked in my direction again, "So it's true, you do have children with Prince Moises". He said.

I nodded my head but I wasn't going to go into details with him.

"I found out about you having children from an acquaintance, Nathan Williams. We did a few jobs together during his bounty hunter days. I suddenly got an email from him asking me to meet in the free nation of Katou", he explained.

Rosemary walked closer to Valian, "When did you meet him again?", she asked with a worried expression.

"Three months ago, right after you two were kidnapped. I arranged a way for him to get on a ship", he said.

Rosemary looked shocked for a moment and then started to speak, "Wait, we came here on a ship", she said.

Valian placed his hand on Rosemary's shoulder, "it's possible you two were on the same ship but didn't know." He said.

Rosemary started to tear up and I walked over to comfort her. I looked over at Valian and asked him he same question from before.

"What is the document for?", I asked again.

"All the rebel groups locations, I know he's an double agent but right now Prince Marshall is trying to attack the rebel groups before the coronation.", he explained.

"I'll help you look", I said.

Valian, Rosemary and I started going through all the files. We found multiple documents about the rebel groups. One document caught my attention. It had a photo of a young man that looked to be in his late teens, he had caramel skin and long blonde hair with dark gold eyes. It was something about him that made me feel uneasy.

"Its almost daylight we need to get out of here", Valian said.

Instead of staying another day in the estate. I decided Rosemary and I should head back to the villa.

"Where are you headed now?", I asked Valian.

He looked up at me, "Western region", he said.

"Can you do me a favor?", I asked him.

He nodded his head.

"Get in contact with Duke Winter while you're in the western region. Rosemary and I will return to the Northern border. Father shall be returning there soon", I said.

Valian nodded his head again, and we both went our separate ways after leaving the office.

"Let's go home", I said to Rosemary.

(PRINCE MOISES P.O.V)

I stood there stunned. Why was my mother going that far? Why would she threaten Duke Vernon with treason? The questions kept pouring into my mind and I was starting to get a headache.

"I can't believe she wants to sell my daughter off for a fucking peace treaty", I said, balling up my fist.

Duke Vernon walked over and placed his hand on my arm.

"You know this happens in the royal family all the time. In order to have peace, someone must sacrifice for the kingdom", he said.

I looked at him glaringly, "There's no way I'm allowing Sage to marry anyone, especially from that damn kingdom" I said.

I could already picture how Natalie would react when she finds out. The Henrico Clan has no ties to either kingdom and would destroy both of them.

Duke Vernon sighed, "She said she will release Sylvester after you make a decision. Either get your exile rescinded or she'll charge the Synovial's dukedom with treason", he said once again.

"I need to find my daughter", I said.

"Sage rejected her offer because she's with Nashi. She only threatened treason because Princess Sage and Nashi are together. If we keep them apart..", I stopped him from speaking after I raised my hand.

"I won't sacrifice my daughter, Natalie would kill me and everyone else before that happens" I said, seriously.

Duke Vernon had a worried expression. I put my hand on his shoulder, "After I find Sage, we're leaving the villa", I said and started to walk off.

"Where are you going to go, are you going back to the Henrico Clan?", he asked, trying to stop me from leaving the office.

" I have a better idea. If my mother wants to threaten someone with treason. I'll give her the right family to threaten." I said.

Duke Vernon flinched after seeing my expression. I didn't bother to hear anything else he had to say. I left the office and walked toward my room. On the way there, I saw Nashi running up the hall toward me.

"Prince Mosies", he said, as he stood in front of me panting.

"The maid just told me Sage never returned back to the villa", he said, I could feel the panicking in his voice.

"She's missing", I said, balling my fist up again.

Nashi eyes widened,"What do you mean?", he asked in disbelief.

"Your brother was arrested and Sage fled the palace. It seems like my mother is the one who tried to keep her in the palace", I explained.

I could tell Nashi had heart dropped when I told him Sage was missing.

I heard footsteps approaching and turned around and saw Duke Vernon. Nashi stepped forward facing his father.

"Nashi", I called out to him.

He turned around and looked at me, his expression was filled with sadness.

"My mother wants Sage to get married to the neighboring kingdom's Crown Prince. In order to rescind my exile and allow me to come back to the Royal family or she's going to charge the Dukedom with treason", I explained to him.

Nashi's eyes widened even more and he started to ball up his fist. Now was the time for him to prove he loved my daughter.

"Nashi, are you willing to give up your nobility for Sage?", I asked with a serious expression.

Nashi hesitated, and that was all I needed to know. I turned around and didn't bother to look back.

"Once I find Sage, we're leaving", I said, "if your resolve is that weak , stay the fuck away from my daughter." I shouted.

I walked away and headed towards the stairs. When I made it to the first floor, I heard footsteps and turned around. I saw Nashi and Duke Vernon running down the stairs. I ignored them and walked to the front door. When I opened the door Yeshiva was standing outside smoking a cigarette.

"Let's go", I said to Yeshiva, he didn't hesitate and followed behind me.

"Wait, Prince Moises, where are you going?"Duke Vernon shouted out.

I turned my head, "To the western region, if Natalie happens to come back before I do, tell her to come to Duke Winters estate.", I said and walked to the car.