Chapter 187: King of Highrule
"So, do you have your answer?" Logan asked from his throne during the evening of the same day.
"Yes, we have called the king and accept the amount given. We would also like to make a special trade route with your kingdom," Vianell said, having changed clothes and looking refreshed after a shower in Logan's mana spring baths. It was a part of the castle that even the commoners could enter to shower in the mana-rich water.
Of course, they separated it into parts so Logan and those within the castle could enjoy themselves without having to be near so many people who filled the general public section during the evening.
"Very well, Lydia, if you will," Logan said. The one in charge of finances began giving the princess three small rings.
"One is filled with coins, another with crystals, while the third is a separate amount for the new territories," Lydia bowed before going back to her place.
"Then our negotiations are completed, Hero of Taming and new King of Highrule. May your rule be long and prosperous," Vianell bowed slightly.
"That is good. We will have a grand banquet with my citizens tomorrow. You are free to join or return," Logan smiled as he concluded the deal. Stay tuned for updates on My Virtual Library Empire
"It's fine, we will be returning soon. We have to prepare the other heroes who are still with us," Vianell bowed again before getting ready to retire for the night.
Logan saw how Lisa and Alma joined her as they were probably going to have a great girls' night party.
"So, what do you think, Rubina? Did things go as expected?" Logan asked one of his most trusted companions.
"Yes, very well indeed. Now stop acting like a distant king. Let's go play that game Marie just finished. I want to finish building my house in Your Sims and see if my character will finally have its child," Rubina said, pulling Logan to the gaming room in his mansion, which was probably the most expensive room in the world, having supercomputer crystals that Marie finished building.
They were living crystals, making Logan wonder if they were getting closer to making robots.
After a long session of gaming, Logan noticed someone following him around as he was heading back to his room. He wondered why she was always like this, quiet but always with a weird way of staring at people.
"You know… you can just go up to people and say what you want. You're still a kid, so they will comply with what you want," Logan said out loud.
He saw how the girl was trying to decide whether to come forward or go back with her sister.
"I know your guard is always with you, so you shouldn't be scared of me. Just tell me what you want," Logan said, wondering why she hadn't noticed the blue-haired knight who always followed her and Vianell.
"Fine, you caught me. I just want to know if you are a danger to us… I need to tell my father the truth…" Myrea finally stepped out from a corner, looking up at Logan.
"Why would I want to be a danger to you? I just want what everyone here wants—peace… and quiet if possible," Logan yawned, wondering why the young girl was so overprotective of her kingdom.
"I know what the rest think… I knew it since they arrived. But you… I can't understand what you think. I can't hear you," Myrea said, making Logan wonder what she meant.
"Do you perhaps have… psychic powers?" Logan asked, wondering if she was like his monkey in a way.
"Psychic powers?" Myrea repeated, not understanding.
"I think it will be better to show you. Come," Logan beckoned not only to the girl but also to her guard near a window.
Logan, on the other hand, called his monkey who would no doubt be sleeping.
"What, master… I am tired…" Darv said from his barn.
"I will give you stones, now come," Logan ordered using his mental link.
"Fine… better be many," Darv responded before running to the large castle and easily lifting his body using his power.
Logan asked his two guests to stand a little away from the window as the monkey floated up, scratching his butt.
"Right… sorry about that. This creature… he probably shares your power," Logan explained, facepalming.
"My power—" the girl stopped speaking after hearing a voice in her head she did not expect.
"Well… I guess you two are talking now," Logan nodded, watching his monkey closely.
They noticed how each one introduced themselves with actions. They both bowed before having some kind of inner monologue. It was strange to see them laughing and smiling while nodding as if speaking without words.
Logan tilted his head to the side, wondering if that is how people saw him these days. He would usually speak to Lisa and Rubina using their telepathic link most days.
He shrugged while looking at the knight, who was eyeing the monster warily.
"No need to be scared. He would probably be too lazy to even try killing. He was sleeping, so he looks a little menacing, but he's a friendly fellow," Logan whispered to her.
"Right… well, I wonder how a monster shares our young princess's power…" the knight looked perplexed, wanting information.
"Oh… well, there are more than seven magics in this world. The seven are just the most used, but I know, for example, that vampires use blood magic. Think of young princess Myrea's power as something similar," Logan nodded while explaining.
"I see… more than seven… Try not to spread that right now. We need people to have faith in the seven great spirits," the blue-haired knight said in a stern tone before taking a few steps back.
"Fine…" Logan shrugged, wondering if there was a difference but accepting the suggestion.
It was some minutes later that both the monkey and the princess finished their long conversation.
"Well, I understand you now, Logan. Please be a little more gentle with my friend here," Myrea said before going back with her knight.
"Well… are you going to tell me what that was about?" Logan asked his monster.
"No, but you still owe me crystals, master," Darv said, grinning.
"Fine… here. Now go back to sleep," Logan handed over the crystals he had ready.