Squad Chaos - 03 - Love blooms in Enquinox, The Land of Constellations

First Encounter - Past

《8 years ago, exactly 2 years prior to Doom's day, In the land of the Stars and Constellations》

Whether it was because Leone didn't really want to come with his family, the Coruscants, Ruler of Selenia, or the lightning-speed carriage ride to the castle, he knows his stomach doesn't feel good. As they stepped out of the carriage, they were greeted by a family of four. There was a young girl with purple hair and blue streaks, beaming a smile at the young Leone. The boy beside the girl which has a darker hair colour, only gave a small nod.

Leone: (seems like he also doesn't want to be a part of this) *he nods back at the boy*

Elaria, Leone's oldest sibling and only sister, stepped forward together with her husband, Tristan, to greet the ruler of the land of the stars, The Nightshades.

Elaria: *curtsy* Your Highness, It's an honor to meet you. *she smiles*

Tristan: *he smiles and bows as well* King Deimos, Selenia is honored to be invited by Your Highness personally.

Leone: *grips the book he's holding a bit tightly as he took a short glance at his brother in law, who looked more like smirking rather than a genuine smile* (all this politeness... never mind.)

King Deimos: *He laughs a little*Ah, Lord Tristan! The pleasure is ours.

Queen Sapphira: *curtsy, smiles widely* Equinox warmly welcomes you. Come at once, let's start the meeting right away. *She gestures to follow them inside*

The tremendous aura of Nobleness of the Coruscants never fails to intimidate the helpers inside the castle. Despite the smile they wore, their walks scream pride and power. The helpers bow not only as a sign of respect, but also fear. After walking for not so long, they arrived at a huge golden double door, the other side surely leads to the conference room. Leone glanced at the princess, who was talking to her mother.

Queen Sapphira: *she smiles and gently caresses her daughter's head* Claire, 0sweetie, you don't have to go inside the room with us. You should go out to the garden.

Claire: *Her eyes glistened, feeling happy that she doesn't have to sit in a meeting that would probably bored her to death.* Okay Mother! *She glances at Leone, who was caught looking at her, she tilts her head and smiles*

Leone:*Was surprised he was caught, and so he looked away* (So she's Claire..)

Claire: *She finds the boy weird, but doesn't question it.* (He seems nice, I should go pick some fruits for him!) *she happily skips her way to the royal garden*

Queen Sapphira: *glances at Elaria and the young boy beside her, she smiles at them* I don't see Edwin, but I see a new face, who might this be?

Elaria: Oh *she places her hand on Leone back and slowly pushed him upfront* this is Leone, Your highness, my youngest brother. I brought him here in place for Edwin, who is currently busy and will be for the next few weeks?

Leone: *Bows* My greetings, Your Highness.

Elaria: Leone, Do you want to come in with us? It's more beneficial for the family if you learn how to manage a business at your age. *she looks at Leone*

Queen Sapphire: *Happens to overhear their conversation* Oh no dear, letting him listen to us talk about business would be exhausting and will only bore him. He can roam around the palace *she beams a smile at the boy* Will that be okay, Leone?

Leone: *politely nods his head* Yes, Your Highness.

Queen Sapphire: *she notices the book he was holding, she looks at him and smiled wide* You've read that too? Do you like it? Claire is also very fond of that book too.