Cedric admitted that he was moved, very moved.
"Instructor Li En successfully convinced me, and I also admit that competition is the only motivation. Although I don't know if I can do it in the end, I will work hard and try to defeat Class VII led by Instructor Li En."
"It is an honor for me to be your opponent. I believe that the students in Class VII will also feel honored."
Li En was still smiling, but he was slightly relieved. Sure enough, this method was effective. In the last battle with Cedric before coming back, he finally revealed his true feelings - I am actually jealous.
Jealous of Kurt and even more jealous of Rean.
The former is the unwillingness of his peers, and the latter is a complex emotion mixed with multiple emotions, because Rean has too many things he wants to get. Strong strength, reliable partners, heroic reputation, and the support and trust of countless people.
Prime Minister Osborne, whom he respected the most, was Rean's biological father and the reincarnation of the lion-hearted Emperor Drekels. After all, even his status was compared to that of Rean.
This kind of jealousy unknowingly erodes Cedric's heart, pushing him to constantly provoke Rean and prove that he is better than Rean, in order to gain a sense of recognition and satisfaction.
Therefore, as long as you use this kind of thing to lure Cedric, you don't have to worry about him not taking the bait.
Cedric smiled too. "Although this is the case, you can't hide your secrets from me just because you are your opponent."
"Of course not." Rean shook his head, "Whether it is His Highness, Class VII, or other students, they are all students I value, and I will treat them equally."
"Personally, I still hope that Instructor Li En can give me more tutoring lessons."
"Your Highness, it's not good to be too greedy."
"Crack" - Just when the atmosphere between Rean and Cedric was getting more and more relaxed, the door leading to the rooftop was pushed open.
Three students hurriedly ran up, arranged as one boy and two girls. They were the trio from Class VII.
"Your Majesty, Your Majesty——"
Kurt ran the fastest, but was also the first to stop, looking at Cedric in a daze.
"Hey, Kurt, long time no see." Cedric greeted him proactively, "I haven't seen you in half a year. I'm so glad to see you."
"Well..." Only then did Kurt come back to his senses, with obvious surprise on his face, "Your Highness, is it really your Highness?"
Cedric chuckled, seemingly satisfied with Kurt's current expression.
"After all, I've grown a lot taller, so I can't blame you for being so surprised. Maybe I'm already taller than you."
"..." Kurt opened his mouth, but no sound came out in the end.
He didn't know how to reply.
The young man in front of him was undoubtedly the Cedric he had grown up with, but the changes were so great that he did not dare to recognize him.
Seeing Kurt like this, Cedric was hesitant and glanced at Rean quietly. Seeing the latter smiling and nodding, he finally made a decision. Without hesitation, he took a few steps forward and walked up to Kurt.
"I originally looked for an opportunity to meet you. Since you are here, now, I have something to say to you. Kurt, to be honest, I am surprised that you would choose to enter the second branch. I always thought that you Will you enter the main school like me - I asked straight to the point, is it because of that incident?"
Kurt wanted to say yes, but he couldn't say it frankly. In the end, he only squeezed out two words: "Your Highness..."
"Needless to say, I know the answer. I want to apologize to you, as well as to your father, uncle, brother and other members of the Fandel family. The removal of the Fandel family from their responsibilities is indeed led by the government, but I also agree, And said that.
The Fandel family has been protecting the royal family for more than 250 years and has always done their best. From the later period of my memory, everyone in the Fander family has always taken good care of me, and I remember all these things.
There are actually many reasons for what happened half a year ago, some of which Prime Minister Osborne has already said, and some of which I am sorry to say but cannot tell you for the time being.
I don't think the decision to dismiss was wrong, but I also have to admit that the way I handled it was wrong. I shouldn't make public remarks so casually. I should tell you things first. Even if there are some things that I can't say, I should tell you everything I can say - even if you don't accept it.
You... must be very sad. The harm caused by this incident is not only a denial of the responsibilities that have been held for many years and the Fander family, but also an injury and betrayal of the deep friendship between the two families since Emperor Drakels.
So, I want to apologize, for the inappropriate way I handled it, and for ignoring the feelings of the Vandel family. If you resent me for this, I will not have any complaints. People must pay for their mistakes, and I am the same.
But Kurt, I don’t want you to give up on yourself and affect your own development. You are excellent, I know this very well. I have always envied you in the past. People like you, even if they are not in the position of guardian, will definitely be able to accomplish something. I have no doubt about it. "
Cedric spoke for a long time, with interruptions and interruptions, and it was obvious that he was thinking carefully about every word.
Kurt's emotions also fluctuated with Cedric's words. He wanted to speak several times and held back several times. Finally, he thought about what to say, but Cedric raised his hand first. Stopped.
"Don't interrupt me yet, let me finish my sentence. If you are not willing to forgive me, then you have to cheer up, because next my class I will compete with class VII. This is a good thing that I' regret 'Opportunity.
If you are willing to forgive me, you should cheer up, because I don't want my opponent to be unable to give his best because of me. I just said that I was envious of you before, and I am envious of you now. You can learn from Instructor Rean and focus on swordsmanship - you are the same person I want to defeat.
To be honest, at the beginning I wanted you to transfer to the main school, but after being told by instructor Li En, I felt that being in the second branch was definitely not a bad thing. If it weren’t for the position of a member of the royal family, I would have wanted to transfer to the second branch. Come to the second branch.
So, Kurt, don't let me get ahead of you so easily. Didn't you always say you would protect me before? If I were to surpass you so easily, you wouldn't be able to fulfill your duties even without that incident. "
"How could such a thing happen to him?"
Kurt blurted out that it had been his goal for the sixteen years before the dismissal, a belief that had been instilled in him since he was a child.
But as soon as he finished speaking, he realized something was wrong and quickly explained.
"I don't mean to deny His Highness. I am very aware of His Highness's efforts, but I..."
"I understand." Cedric reached out and patted Kurt's shoulder, "This is the Kurt I'm familiar with. Seeing you look like you now makes me relieved."
"The same goes for Your Highness." Kurt finally smiled, "Although a lot has changed, Your Highness is still Your Highness."
"Yeah, I almost forgot the most important thing. All thanks to Instructor Rean." Cedric also smiled. The two teenagers looked at each other and smiled, just like they had done countless times before.
Although the atmosphere was immediately ruined by Yuna's words: "Ah, that's enough. One Kurt is exaggerated enough. Here comes another one. Why do men have to be so good-looking?"
