[Fairy In The Forest] By Minutestory017

part 47

When he showed me the swords, I quickly realized that they had a special signature on them, a signature that was only applied to the palace and royal members' swords. I remembered Mike also used to get these types of swords, but why did his master want the same signature on his swords? It was not allowed at all, it was not legal to have a Palace signature sword as a civilian. So, I requested him to show me who his master was. He hesitated for a moment, as we were not that close of friends to share each other's secrets, but he finally agreed to bring me to his place.

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After Rebass brought me to his master's home, I was completely surprised. It was a long journey to his master's home, but it was actually quite pleasant to travel with Rebass. The last time we traveled together was because of his younger sister Rose being ill and needing my help. But now, it was a peaceful journey with him. I was happy to have him with me. I felt safe when he was around.

but, I also had so many questions swirling in my mind.
Who was his master?

How did his master know the royal swords' signatures?

Was he someone special?

someone I knew?

When we finally reached the destination, it was a big place with lots of training grounds.

"You came?" we heard a voice from behind us. We turned to see a teenage girl standing there. "Who is she?" she asked Rebass, and I knew she was referring to me.

Rebass: She is Blezi, a warrior,

he explained, which caught me off guard. Since when did I become a warrior?

"Okay, come. Father is waiting for you," she said. We entered the house, and when I saw him, I quickly recognized him.

Blezi: Uncle Jake!

I murmured in shock. He was the king's best friend, and I had been searching for him for years. Now, I finally found him. I hoped he remembered my face; it had been a long time since his leave from the palace. He looked at me, shocked. I thought he remembered me, but his cold tone turned as he faced Rebass and asked, "Did you bring my sword?" completely ignoring me. I don't know when he became so cold; he used to be so soft-spoken and gentlemanly. "Yes, master," Rebass replied, looking at me. I passed the swords to Uncle Jake, who grabbed them and said, "So, finally, you found me, Blezi," with a smirk.

"Uncle Jake!" I ran to him and hugged him tightly. "Hahahaha, how are you, my dear," he laughed lightly as he patted my back. I felt relieved; it was like I had reached my destination.

Rebass:Wait, Uncle Jake? Do you know him?"

Rebass asked, looking clueless. I smiled and said, "Yes, since my very birth."

Now I understood why he had those swords; they were a gift from the king. We talked more in his sitting room, and he introduced me to his daughter. I asked him why he left us alone, why he ran away.

Jake: A warrior is never a warrior if he can't even protect his own family. I asked my wife to come with me, but she refused. I had no option but to leave the palace without her. I was losing my position without any reason; the only reason for my fall was your queen. I had no option but to leave with my daughter.

he explained. Hearing his side of the story made me realize that he was not the only one suffering in the palace. He asked about my life in the palace, and I told him that how I ran away, and he saved me that day, when the queen was trying to kill me. "So, that was the girl you were telling me you found in the forest?" Uncle Jake asked Rebass.

Jake: Oh, so now I know why you were worried that day.

Blezi: Wait, what? You already told him?

I asked Rebass. "oh no no. that not what it is..... it's" Rebass got trapped "what no?" I asked again. He stumbled over his words, trying to explain, but it was clear that his master had already figured it out. "Ah, master," he said, looking at Uncle Jake annoyingly, and Uncle Jake just laughed at the situation. "You two are really funny," his daughter said, coming in with tea cups.

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After a long time, it's strange for me to have Uncle Jake again by my side. It's been years since I last saw him, but his presence still commands respect and awe.
He was always a strong advocate for justice, but I can't help but wonder if that same sense of justice will be extended to me. I've never been involved in political matters before; all I want is for Mike to overthrow his evil mother and take the throne. However, Mike has informed me that Uncle Jake holds some vital documents regarding the king's last wishes. We need those documents in order to legitimize Mike's claim to the throne, and he has tasked me with finding Uncle Jake.

Now that I have finally located Uncle Jake, I find myself feeling weak and inadequate in his presence. As the daughter of a maid, how can I possibly earn his trust with such important documents? But after embarking on this long and arduous journey, it would be pointless to return empty-handed.

"Tell me, how is Mike?" Uncle Jake suddenly inquired as we strolled through his garden.

"Oh, Mike? He's... he's fine," I stammered awkwardly.

"It means he is not fine, and neither are you," he states with a piercing gaze.

I know I can't keep the truth hidden from him any longer. I spill out all the details of what has been happening in the palace, the turmoil and treachery that Mike is facing. "He said he needs your help," I finally confess.

Uncle Jake's face darkens with anger. "I will never set foot in that palace again," he declares vehemently. But I plead with him, emphasizing the importance of the testament that Mike mentioned. "He said you have something important from the previous king, a testament of his last wishes," I reveal.

The mention of the testament shocks Uncle Jake, and I can see the wheels turning in his head.

Jake: How does he know about it?

Blezi: what?

"it was our secret meeting together when that thing happened. No one was known to hear it. how he got to know" Uncle Jake's expression turns grave as he contemplates the situation

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