Starting With an SSS-Rank Swordsmanship Talent

Chapter 299: Wedding Day

Another week passed by since Azazel and the others had arrived in the town. Alaric had finally assembled a capable team to escort the rescued barbarians back to their homes.

It wasnʼt a big team, but they were composed of the strongest warriors of House Silversword!

”For this task, all ten of you have been chosen. Sir Galanar will take the lead and Sir Warrick will be the deputy.” Alaric announced while looking at the people gathered before him.

Other than the two Transcendent Knights, Butch, Fredrinn, Arthur, Henry, and Franklin were also part of the escort team. At the same time, the remaining three members were newly advanced Elite Knights.

A team of this caliber could already dominate a small territory, but this was necessary to ensure the safety of the barbarians. Most importantly, Alaric didnʼt want any mistake to happen again.

”We will never forget the care you have given us, my lord.” Apoy lowered his head to express his gratitude.

In the past two weeks, Alaric had provided them with everything they needed. He even took his time to make sure that they were doing well.

Atasha who was usually arrogant and unapproachable bowed her head.

”My lord, if you have the time, please visit our Black Eagle Tribe.”

If it werenʼt for this man and his soldiers, she couldnʼt even begin to imagine what kind of fate she would have had to endure.

The rest of the barbarians also expressed their gratefulness.

Alaric smiled and waved his hand. ”You have already thanked me enough. It is about time that you leave. I hope you have a safe trip home.”

”Farewell, my lord.” The barbarians bid him farewell.

Apoy then approached Azazel and Faye who were standing behind Alaric and said his goodbyes to them.

”I hope this wonʼt be our last meeting.” Apoy grinned at them.

”If itʼs destined, we will definitely see each other again.” Azazel calmly spoke.

”I will miss you, Lord Apoy. Please take care of yourself.” Said Faye who looked reluctant to see him leave.

After exchanging their final goodbyes, Apoy and the others left via horseback together with the escort team.

Everyone watched them leave with indescribable emotions.

Azazel noticed Fayeʼs sorrow so he tapped her shoulders and said. ”Donʼt worry, you will see them again.”

Faye sighed while looking at the disappearing figures in the distance. ”I hope so…”

***

After the barbarians left, nothing significant happened in the following days. Everything continued as per usual.

Visitors from various parts of the empire flooded the town which attracted numerous business-minded individuals to come. These merchants felt that North Pine Town would soon become a big territory with the union of House Silversword and House Paxley.

At this moment, Alaric was playing chess with his cousin, Princess Irish, in his study.

”You have improved a lot, cousin.” Praised the princess as she beamed at Alaric.

Now that Alaric was already aware of his true identity, she no longer acted distant to him. She even occasionally teased him, making their friendship stronger.

Alaric helplessly shook his head. ”Your Highness, surely you jest. If I had really improved, how come I still cannot defeat you?”

Princess Irish chuckled and replied in a teasing voice. ”That is because you are still not skilled enough to beat me.”

Looking at how smug she was, Alaric could only shake his head helplessly with a wry smile.

A few minutes later, the game ended in his defeat.

Alaric slumped into his seat and raised his hands as he muttered. ”I am not playing with you anymore…”

”Hahaha! Do not worry, cousin. You will definitely defeat me one day, probably.” The princess snickered.

”Enough about that… Are you sure that you can stay here for such a long time? You have been away from the capital for over a month now.” Alaric immediately changed the topic to save himself from embarrassment.

Princess Irish crossed her arms and snorted. ”You have nothing to worry about. My brothers want nothing more than for me to leave the capital. Even if I stay here for several months, I am sure that they will not say anything about it.”

Alaric understood the implications behind her words so he just remained silent.

”Besides, how could I miss my cousinʼs wedding? Unless… you do not want me there.” The princess sent Alaric a deep look.

Alaric shook his head and replied with a stiff smile. ”How could that be? I will be honored to have you at my wedding!”

It hadnʼt been long since they had gotten to know each other, but it felt like they had been friends for years.

”As you should!”

The princess smirked.

”Otherwise, you will not be getting any gifts from me.”

”Do not be so petty, Your Highness!”

”I am sure I told you to call me by my name when there is no one else around.”

”I am still not used to it.”

”Then you better get used to it soon!”

”Y-Yes…”

***

Time passed unknowingly and the event that everyone had been waiting for had finally arrived.

It was the day of the wedding and the venue was already packed with guests. Some even had to stand up due to the lack of seats, but no one complained.

With the princess around, only an idiot would dare to cause trouble.

Everyone quietly waited for the bride and the groom.

Suddenly, the sound of the marching horses and the festive drumbeats drifted into their ears.

The guests turned their heads to the entrance and saw the groom, Alaric, entering the venue with his family. They were dressed in formal clothes to fit the occasion, but Alaricʼs attire stood out from the rest.

He wore a golden coat adorned with shiny jewelry over his red tunic and a pair of crimson-colored tight-fitting pants. For his shoes, he chose a pair of slightly pointy crakows which had become trendy recently among the younger aristocrats.

Under the heated gazes of the crowd, Alaric calmly walked along the aisle with his family, but he was actually feeling incredibly nervous deep inside.