It was time
Time for I and Zenya to have our first duel to test each other's capabilities, and I was in a wreck. It wasn't that I was scared of her, but I was uncertain about her.
First things first, let's just not talk about the fact that she is literally the second most trained warrior in the whole of arkanis after kaden since she was general in command.
I felt like forfeiting on purpose,because It looked like she was actually supposed to be Kaden's wife. They were the one that were supposed to be together. She absolutely had every right to give me a cold shoulder considering I had taken her spot. Perhaps that was why kaden didn't want to have anything to do with me.
I have not seen the guy's face in three (3) days, which was not normal for a newly wedded couple.That was how much he despised me. I would still put effort into this for the sake of my pride and my brother. Even if I fail, I fail with pride.
So, it was the D-day, not technically the D-day but the test trial.
I was worn a jumpsuit
This suit is straight fire - a sleek, luxurious turtleneck design with long sleeves that's both stylish and functional. The material is some kind of high-tech wonder stuff that's super durable and flexible, so you can move around easily without feeling restricted. The advanced armor plating is woven seamlessly into the fabric, giving you top-notch protection without sacrificing mobility.
The mobility features are where this suit really shines - it's like wearing a high-performance sports car on your body. You can run, jump, flip, and twist with ease, all while looking like a total boss. Whether you're taking on a high-stakes mission or just want to look cool, this suit's got you covered.
That just sounded like I was advertising something but you get what I mean.
The more the maids put effort into my hair the more it refused to concor. It's not really my fault, you can't just force my hair ti do things that it's not meant to do.
My hair was forcefully put in a low bun after serious servicing.
After a few touches here and there and a huge downpour of internal encouragement I was ready. I was already nervous already when it was just the test trial. But I was going to still fight soon, in front of thousands of people in a huge coliseum...
I sighed
I have to pull myself together and focus.
I saw Angelica looking at me with a face of encouragement but, I could tell she was nervous. I was too.
Ugh, it was all because of that stupid bastard. In fact where is the fool. I want to carry this helmet in my hand and hit him with it. Then take my sword and slice him in half
*Sigh*
All of this isn't helping, great lord toravani help me.
I was lead by the maids and angelica right in front of me. I took my shawl and covered my face but left my eyes very visible. I walked with my helmet in one(1) hand and my sword the other.
I was escorted into a room were there was a pathway. I stood in it. Waiting in the room while breaking a sweat. Angelica was beside me and gave me a reassuring smile.
*Sigh*
I smiled back at her too
I heard my name being announced then I gave myself reassurance then stepped out.
I was welcomed into a room where the audience rounded the ring. It was like a mini coliseum.There was a pathway at the other end. Then zenya stepped forward when her name was announced.
I looked up and saw the officials that I were present when I went to the meeting room with kaden. Other officials were there too, staring at me with pity and annoyance.
I guess the only person on my side or who was rooting for me was... myself.
I was all I had. Even the so called man I married didn't seem to bother for me.
Wait
Where was that idiot even? My eyes wandered more. Then I saw him, high up the ground in the middle of the room. When I looked closer I realized he had been looking at me. My eyes met his, chills ran through my spine.
The rules that the supervisor of the test-duel said we're simple. The only way out of this was either you surrendered or your opponent pinned you to the ground for long.
We met each other then,zenya bowed down to me.
" Your Majesty."
But it felt like she was mocking me. Like she knew that once the supervisor announce the beginning of the duel, she will pin me down and pummel me to a pulp.
And she did just that.