Hello people, I am getting more and more happy about this story, it is becoming more popular and reinforced my happiness that this story is proving to be good and worthwhile to be writing this up. Anyway as thanks for the reviews as usual. Here is a chapter for you.
Chapter 11: A Vacation
In the North territory, the Eeveelution Kingdom. Peace is in power, and Peace reigns through the lands. King Ventus, the proud leader of the kingdom was becoming more sure of peace being possible overall. The king had invited the Alpha's and their young up to their territory which was yesterday. Today while the Alpha's were discussing in the meeting hall. Asra was stood outside with Drake the Flareon Royal guard he had become a friend with.
Drake was speaking at the moment "Really, that is pretty rough for you". Asra nodded to him "Yeah you got that right, my brother is next in line as well which makes it even worse". Drake glared a little to this before saying "wow, Asra if that was my brother my dad would sort him into shape before you could say, see you later". Asra snickered towards this comment "Could he that would be great to watch".
Drake sat down and disappointed him "As much as I would be happy to help you out with your brother, my dad is committed to the Kingdom of the Eeveelutions, just like I am unfortunately. We are not allowed to leave unless the king or Queen ordered us to, or my dad could let me as he has the authority". Asra was now curious towards the Royal guards and asked him a serious question "So exactly how does the Royal guards work, I know I am a prince and should know this but like what is the ranking".
Flareon was excited when he heard that question. The Flareon sat up a little before saying "Well, The guards are formed as the protectors of the Kingdom and the Alpha's which you know". Asra acknowledged his statement and nodded as he continued "Well If you want to become a royal guard you must first be evolved, that is the first rule".
"Usually you must pass tests and that before training can begin, but if you have family how are guards like my father was, You can begin immediately after evolving and the training is in your agility, strength, power and observation. Also in investigation and discipline as well. You are a Rookie Guard when you first join. When you fully complete the training required you take an exam of the Guard Trainer's choice".
Asra was curious to this and said "Give me an example". Flareon now thought about it before he continued "My test was to head to one of the villages and investigate a theft when a Vaporeon was robbed in his home. I tracked the criminal and brought him in. It was an Eevee who was only young and was homeless. He was abandoned by his parents young and had nowhere to live".
Asra felt a little sorry for the Eevee and said "Poor little guy, so what happened next". Flareon looked down a little "I took the Eevee back to the Vaporeon and he returned the stolen property as well an apology. The Vaporeon didn't push it and accepted as the Eevee didn' commit any damage. I then took him back to the main town and after helping him understand the law by informing and helping his situation we found him a foster parent in he form of an Umbreon who took him in. That was at least four years ago now".
The Bright eyed Espeon smiled happily to this "Well that was good, so you passed then". Flareon then proudly said "Yes I passed, and I became a Guard". Flareon then continued the ranking "A guard rank involves you guarding locations of importance, Performing Patrols, investigating and assisting the Royal guards".
Asra was interested, the Life in the Guards did sound to be exciting "And when you have proved yourself and your worth to the leaders of the guards or even the King and Queen themselves, you can be made a Royal guard, where all the same duties as a Guard apply. But with the additions of leading teams, being a personal guard towards the Alpha's themselves, taking special missions or even assigned to avert crisis or disasters that could possibly arise".
Asra was impressed and said "And you are a Royal Guard now". Flareon sat back down and said "Yes, I actually was made a Royal guard a month before we met actually. Usually you wouldn't expect to be made a Royal guard until you're an adult and have many years of experience. But the Leaders, my father and the Alphas' were impressed with me, they made me a Royal guard at 17, I am the youngest Royal guard in history".
The Prince was satisfied with the story saying "Wow that is pretty impressive, so can anyone join the Royal guards". Flareon tilted his head "You can join only when you first evolve and the latest you can train for one is when you are in your late 20's. Anyone can stay in the Royal guards until the reach the time of retiring".
The bright eyed Espeon was quick to say "Wow Drake that is a pretty impressive Story. How old is your father". Drake sat back down and said "Well he is 47. He and mom had me when he was 30. He may be getting a little old but he is powerhouse, I have never seen my dad lose a battle ever since I have been growing up to be a royal Guard of this kingdom. He joined the Kingdom when before I was born as this Kingdom is only 20 years old. It is still older than me though".
Asra and Drake both chuckled to this as Drake continued "Now the position of General is leader of all Guards and is the overseer of the defence of the Kingdom. The general only answers to the Alpha's and can act if the Kingdom is truly threatened. While a General has never defied an Alpha as long as I have known. My dad envisions me as the next General after he retires. You can't become a General by chance, the current General choses the next one or the King can as well. I want to be in my 30's before I ever become something like a General".
Asra was impressed with his friend's vision of his life and said "That is a good goal Drake, I see you have your life planned out now". Drake smiled happily to his friend "So when do you see yourself becoming King". Asra looked down "I don't know if I will ever become king". The Flareon was confused and asked "Why is that Asra".
The prince looked away "My brother being first in line means that I could only become King is if my brother passes it to me which he will never do or if he passes away. And as much as I dislike my brother, I don't wish that upon him". The Flareon looked down and nodded to this "Well let's say you did become King, would you try your best". Asra looked to him very quickly "Well I would give it my very best. That is for sure".
The pair smiled to each other until they heard a voice "Ah, there you are, I was wondering where you was". The pair both looked to see it was King Ventus approaching them. The Jolteon stood in front of them and Drake was quick to bow to him "Your majesty". The Jolteon smiled to the young Flareon saying "At Ease, Drake". Asra smiled to him "Good to see you again King Ventus".
Ventus acknowledged him and said "Asra care to walk with me, I would like to have a chat with you". Asra smiled happily "Sure King Ventus, I would be happy to". Asra begun walking along with Ventus away from the scene on his way "I'll see you later Drake". Drake nodded to him "You as well Asra, I better head back to the Meeting room now".
Drake walked off heading towards the meeting hall where King Dalis, Queen Lyra and Queen Pearl were located at. Asra walked alongside King Ventus as he begun "So Asra, I have heard from your parents that you are 18 now". Asra confirmed Ventus's question "Yes, I turned 18 about a couple of days ago now".
Ventus happily smiled towards this saying "Well now that you are an Adult, you are able to become a King now". Asra knew he was right there before saying "Yeah that is certainly true". The blue eyed Espeon looked to the King and asked "So, Ventus, any progress to deciding on what you and the Alpha's are going to decide for the south territory?" Ventus looked away from the young Prince and collected his thoughts before he answered "Well, nothing yet. But the Leafeon have definitely withdrawn from the debate and the Vaporeon still refuse to become involved. Everyone else however is still part of the debate. But the Glaceon are beginning to have doubts now themselves".
Asra upon hearing this statement said "So what are the options still". The King was quick to reply to him "Nothing new, all the same options. Personally I would like to create a new Kingdom out of the South territory". The Prince was now complete with curiosity "So why is that Ventus, I don't see the gain from that". Ventus smiled towards Asra and said "I want another kingdom created that follows like mine, one where all evolved Eevee can co-exist together, I want it to be a symbol not one of hope but also for the future too".
Asra listened to the wisdom that Ventus was explaining. To him it was quite a vision to imagine while one thing on the matter did cross his mind. Asra noticed he did mention about it being a symbol for the future. Asra now begun to think to himself "Where have I heard that from before." He thought tough on it and eventually it clicked to him "That is it, it was Queen Pearl who said something similar once but what do they mean by that?"
Asra looked back to the king and question him "I heard, Queen Pearl mention that once but what exactly do you mean by a Symbol for the future". Ventus smiled to the Prince "Asra, I am pleased about your curiosity, I wish to help promote the other clans into co-existing like the Umbreon and Espeon for example. That is the only future I can see that will truly mean something for this land".
Asra was amazed and blabbed out "The Umbreon and Espeon are closer than you think". Ventus was confused at this message and asked him "Wait, what do you mean by that?" Asra realising what he said "Oh nothing, I am just speaking out loud" King Ventus however was not having it and turned around to face him "Okay Asra, let's hear the truth". Asra looked down a little, he then looked around a moment before saying "Well, It is a secret, and if I tell you I fear my parents might find out".
The Jolteon, now understanding why Asra was reluctant to speak reassured him "Asra, What I hear now will not be repeated ever, you have my word on it". Asra calming down a little now spoke "Alright, well the thing is, I have made a friend who is an Umbreon". Ventus was amazed by this "Really and the two of you are not facing any problems at interacting". Asra was quick to respond "No we have been friends for over a month, she is a citizen of the Umbreon, and she is my friend. Her name is Carly".
Ventus's reaction was different to what he was expecting "Well what is wrong with that. I think that is a good thing in my opinion that is no reason in my mind to be worried or the need to be scared about". Asra looked down "I don't want to tell my parents, because of what I fear they will think, they may be able to work with the Umbreon in the Meetings but that is it, if they knew, what could happen".
Ventus now understanding this said to him and placed a paw on his front leg right shoulder "Now Asra, true your parents might not approve, but don't let that stop you from having a friendship with this Umbreon, I think it is a great thing that you two have created a bond. This is all I say, have that bond last. Keep your friendship strong, no matter what. Asra smiled to this and said "Thanks Ventus, for understanding my position". The Jolteon nodded to him and shared a smile with him. They then continued their walk through the territory.
Another chapters closes. Hope you enjoyed this one. Now let's get to the serious stuff next chapter. See you then.