"I, Natsume Hyuuga, Prince of Hyuuga Realm, have watched this country grow since I came out to this world. This is our land, this is our home and I won't allow any fugitives to destroy centuries and centuries of hard work for my family and for my people. And therefore, on this day, I declare war against all fugitives of Hyuuga Realm. May the odds be in our favor. God be with us!"
You can hear all the people make noise and chatter as the Prince's speech ends. Most of the people got goosebumps after hearing what he said. So fierce and tough yet, crystal clear message. It's been almost months since thirty percent of the population turns against the Royal family. They were destroying homes, businesses, public offices. Countless of people get hurt by unwarned bombings, many died without reason because of the sudden outburst. These people were aiming to put the Royal family down.
"Why would they do this to us?!" The queen exclaimed in fear as she paced back and forth across the room. "We did all we could to nurture and love this country! Why is everything still not enough?!"
"We failed to foresee this rebellion that has come forth to our land. But we must protect it as we protect our lives…" The king said with a tired sigh as he calmed the queen beside her. "Tell me truthfully Stern, have we failed our own land?"
"You certainly did not, your majesty! These people- they don't have any satisfaction, all they want and think of is money and power. Please do not think that you have failed the land. You most certainly did a great job, your majesty. Please believe me."
"Do not worry anymore, Mom, Dad, this problem is in my hands now. And I assure you that everything will be as it was before. This will pass." Natsume said, trying to reassure his parents.
"My son, please do what you must to protect the lives of our people. This is our main duty. We must preserve what cannot be taken back." The queen pleaded as she massaged her aching temple.
"We entrust this to you my son. We know the sun will rise again for us. We support your every decision. I must take your mother to rest a little bit, she hasn't slept for the last 72 hours."
"Of course you can count on me, father. Please get as much rest as you both needed. Let me take care of this." Nastume said as the king and queen exited the room.
Not long after, a haggard Ruka entered the room.
"The great tower was bombed 13 minutes ago, together with the department of health and finance main offices." He said in one breathing as he bowed before the prince. "As of now, 1300 killings have been reported, 9846 missing and counting."
Natsume grimaced at the thought as he clenched his fists hard. Mikan held his hand as a sign of comfort.
"Stern." He called his attention as the dwarf gulps nervously as he sees the Prince's mood. He looks like he could kill everyone at the moment. "Assemble all our creatures at once."
"As you order, my highness!" In less than a minute, all creatures loyal to the family assembled in the square. There were at least a million of them, all looking hopeful and strengthened.
"Fairies, bring all the innocent to Sicuro Island and protect them with all that you have. Bears gather all our emergency materials and distribute it, food, water, tents, etc. Witches, heal all the injured. Dwarves, distribute our weapons to the military. Condottieri, kill those of who do not surrender at the first given warning. Do what I say as quickly as you can. We're all in this together. We will fight with our lives!"
The people cheered in the process and bowed at the prince and in 3 seconds, they were all in their businesses.
"Ruka, I will fight with my men. Go to the safe island and bring Mikan with you. Secure the place." The prince ordered as Mikan's eyes went big as a saucer.
"NO! I'll be with you. No matter what happens!" She protested.
The prince was about to contest when they heard sounds of explosives. The Royal Palace was bombarded! Mikan was thrown to the other side as the building began to collapse but Natsume was quick so he was able to get her. His eyes gleamed red as he shouted anger.
"Get her off here, bring her to Imai at once!" He shouted at Ruka as he quickly snatched Mikan's body to go to the Safe Island. "Natsume! Please stay safe!" She pleaded.
A bright red light exploded throughout the Hyuuga Realm as the Prince clenched his fists, anger was all he could feel.
She was dizzy.
It's been 23 hours since they have separated.
She was sitting on top of the mountain overlooking the main island as her heart dreads with ache. Where was he? Why is he not back yet? Did something happen to him? Hell the main island is almost down to ashes now.
Explosions have long been gone. No firearms can be heard. But why is he not back yet? She keeps asking herself.
She felt light headed. She doesn't know if it was because of tiredness. Once she and Ruka landed on the island, she busied herself with taking care of her people. She hasn't slept, her mind keeps imagining troublesome scenarios. What if she loses him? She just can't.
"Hey Mikan, he would be alright…" Ruka said as he sat next to her.
"You think so?" She didn't look at him as she answered.
"Hey, he is the most powerful here. Nothing can beat him. That's for sure." He tried cheering her but to no attempt.
"I want to see him, Ruka. Please." He sighed. As of now, he can do nothing to help her because he was ordered to protect the island. They can be attacked anytime, he can't leave and take the risk.
"Wait for him. He will come back, baka." Hotaru said as Ruka turned to her.
"Imai, I'm glad you're safe!" He embraces her so tight as Mikan watches them. How she wishes she could do the same to him right now.
For a moment, the fairy enjoyed being wrapped around the arms of the lord but after a short while she began to shoot him with her baka gun three times. Ruka didn't budge but instead, smiled.
"I miss you too!" He beamed as he embraced her again as she welcomed him into her arms.
Mikan left them to go to the make-up toilets. She doesn't understand what she's feeling. She felt dizzy one minute ago but now she felt like throwing up. Is this because of worrying?
"Hey you!" She was on her way to do her business when a black fairy approached her.
"Me?" She asked pointing to herself.
"Yes you. What? Surprised I didn't address you properly, your majesty?" Mikan was dumb folded. Why is she being like this? Is there something she did wrong?
"THIS WAS ALL YOUR FAULT!" She shouted at her as she stepped backward.
"Why? What have I done to cause this?" Mikan asked worriedly.
"Your desire for the throne has put us in danger!" the fairy exclaimed angrily
"What?"
"Don't act so innocent now, you bitch! I should be a lot more fit to be the princess, not you!"
"He chose me so will you please excuse me." She was about to pass her when she snatched her arms and held it close to her.
"Well you better enjoy it for it won't last long. I'm Luna, and you will remember my name forever because soon, the Prince will be mine." She lets her go with an evil smile as Mikan stands there dumbstruck.
