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The morning sun lighted up the land with its rays as the birds flew to find their breakfast. But they are not the only ones who are already up at this hour.

Inside the palace, a young teen with long purple hair that was braided up into a bun and grey eyes walked down one of the numerous corridors of the palace. As she walked to the kitchen, she tugged on her long brown dress to make sure that there are no wrinkles on it. Satisfied with the result, she pushed the door to the kitchen open and began her daily routine to prepare food for Muraku.

"Good morning, Vanessa." Jessica, an older teen with blond hair that was tied into a ponytail and blue eyes, greeted the girl as she entered the kitchen. Like Vanessa, she was wearing a long brown dress, but the sleeves were yellow instead of brown.

"Good morning, Jessica-san." The girl greeted back politely and proceeded to make Muraku's favorite breakfast while Jessica did the same for Jin.

"Can you cook an extra egg since you are there?" Jessica asked Vanessa who was at the stove, getting prepared to cook eggs.

Vanessa nodded. "Sure, can you prepare the dishes then?"

Jessica nodded and they continued to do their jobs silently until Hikari came into the kitchen.

"Good morning!" Hikari greeted cheerfully. Her long blond hair was tied up neatly into her usual bun and her blue eyes were sparkling with cheeriness. She was wearing a slightly different orange dress from Vanessa and Jessica.

Vanessa raised an eyebrow. "Looks like someone is happy today."

Hikari paused and giggled. "Today is just so warm and sunny that I cannot help but feel happy."

Jessica smiled and patted her shoulder. "It's good to be happy. By the way, is there anything you need here?"

Hikari shook her head. "Not really, cook wants me to make an inventory and buy the things that are lacking at the market."

Vanessa tapped her chin. "We're down to three more eggs...and I think the onions are already finished..."

"And we are running out of black beans." Jessica added.

Hikari nodded. "Got it. But I also have to check the cellar and pantry too." She said as she went to the pantry.

"Just don't freak out when you see a mice or something." Vanessa joked. Hikari just rolled her eyes and entered the pantry.

"Are the eggs done?" Jessica called to her. Vanessa nodded and placed the eggs onto two plates. Jessica placed the plates on two trays; one was blue while the other was purple. "The tea is done too." She picked up the blue tray and left the kitchen, leaving Vanessa to take the purple tray.

Vanessa balanced the tray in her hand and knocked on the brown door that was beautifully decorated with leaves and flowers. "Your highness, I brought your breakfast."

A muffled answer came. "Come in."

Vanessa opened the door and entered the room. The room was nicely decorated with just a simple bed, bedside cabinet, wardrobe, and a table. Simple yet the room had an air of importance thanks to its owner, Prince Muraku Kaidou.

"Your highness." Vanessa curtsied and placed the tray on the table where Muraku was reading a book. The boy had long black hair with white accents and purple-yellow eyes. He was wearing a white shirt and purple vest over it and black pants.

Muraku smiled and lowered his book. "Thank you Vanessa. And I told you before, when it is just us, call me Muraku."

Vanessa chuckled. "If that is what you say, Muraku." She glanced around the room. "By the way, where is Mikhail?"

"He should be here soon."

There was another knock on the door. "Your highness, may I come in?" Vanessa and Muraku immediately knew that it was Mikhail.

"Come in."

Mikhail, a boy around their age with shoulder length grey hair and purple eyes, stepped inside and bowed. His standard bodyguard uniform consists of a white shirt with breastplate armor over it and brown pants. "I am sorry for being late, but the king asked me to inform you that he wishes to see you in fifteen minutes."

Muraku frowned. "Very well then." He continued to eat his breakfast silently while Mikhail took his place beside Vanessa and gave her a small smile.

Vanessa smiled back and slipped a cracker in his hands. "I was afraid you did not have breakfast." She whispered. Mikhail pocketed the cracker and mouthed a 'thank you'.

Although they were whispering and acting subtle, Muraku saw the whole thing from the corner of his eyes and smiled to himself. He knew that Vanessa had feelings for his bodyguard and best friend and Mikhail had the same feelings for her. "Vanessa, Mikhail, let's go."

Vanessa nodded and moved to pick up the tray when Muraku stopped her. "You may take it to the kitchen afterwards. Come with me to see my grandfather first."

Vanessa nodded. "Hai."

When Muraku entered the throne room with Vanessa and Mikhail behind him, he noticed that Jin was already there at the side of the room with Jessica and Yuuya behind him. He and Mikhail bowed while Vanessa curtsied.

"You called for me, grandfather?" Muraku asked, not looking up.

The king, Yoshimitsu Kaidou raised his hand and Muraku, Mikhail, and Vanessa straightened up. "Yes, indeed. This is a serious matter that I wish to talk with you and Jin."

Muraku nodded and stood beside Jin while Vanessa and Mikhail stood behind him.

"Jin, Muraku, come here."

Jin and Muraku complied and stood in front of their grandfather.

"As you know, the rebels, Aidara, are getting bolder with each passing day." Yoshimitsu started. "They are believed to be situated within the forest. But," His eyes narrowed into slits. "I have reason to believe that the members are actually living in Misora Town."

Jin and Muraku exchanged glances for a brief moment. Finally Jin spoke up. "If I may ask, what does this have to do with us?"

There was a moment of silence before Yoshimitsu spoke, "I wish for the both of you to investigate Misora Town and find the rebels by blending in with the commoners. Bring your bodyguards, personal servants and anyone whom you deem fit of this mission."

"Hai!"

The king waved his hand to dismiss them. Jin and Muraku bowed and left the room with their servants and bodyguards following closely behind.

"Muraku, is there anyone you wish to bring along?" Jin asked as soon as they exited the throne room. He had black hair with a white streak at the bangs and red eyes. He was wearing a similar outfit to Muraku except his vest is blue in color and his pants is grey color.

Muraku thought for a moment but Vanessa spoke up, "Hikari often visits Misora Town during her off days. She could give us an idea on the layout of the town."

"That's true." Yuuya, a boy with black hair tied into a ponytail and black eyes, mused. Like Mikhail, he was wearing the standard bodyguard uniform.

"She sounds like a good choice." Jin agreed.

"Also, I would like to bring Kageto with us. He can help keep our weapons when not needed to avoid suspicion." Muraku added.

Jin nodded. "Yuuya and I will have the servants prepare our horses and supplies. Jessica and Vanessa will find Hikari and inform her about our decision. Muraku, go with Mikhail and find Kageto."

"Hai."