Excelium II: Hunting Season

Epilogue

"Have you contacted the commissary department regarding this month's provisions?" Ezio's authoritative voice echoed in his office as he reads the paper in hand.

Tumango naman ang opisyal na nakatayo ilang metro lamang mula sa kaniyang lamesa, "Yes, your highness. There are no issues to report. We have sufficient food supplies and medical necessities as well."

Ezio tapped his finger on his table as he reads every line, "How about our medical team? Are there enough staffs? We can't rely on Northernium with this one. They've also received a lot of damage."

Tiningnan ng opisyal ang papeles na kaniyang hawak at siya'y sumagot dito, "Medical students from the academy has volunteered to help, your highness. Ero Tenzou is also a great help, they reported. It seems that he's skilled and very knowledgeable in the medical field."

A small grin appeared on Ezio's lips. That woman really knows who she needs. Her intuitions are very terrifying.

He lifted his gaze to the soldier, "Are there any problems in our shelters? Any discomfort? The citizens are our priority. Their mental health is probably not stable at this moment."

The soldier sadly nodded, "Yes. Some has been reported to be depressed, especially the children. What should we do, your highness?"

Saglit na nag-isip ang hari bago nito ibinalik ang tingin sa lalaki, "Alright. I'll go visit them later after I think of an idea," he nodded his head and picked up his cup of coffee from the side, "You can go."

Yumuko ang kawal at siya'y naglakad na patungo sa pinto ng opisina. He opened the door and went out. Tumango ito kay Levine upang bumati noong makita niyang papasok ito ng silid. The door closed behind Levine after he entered. He bowed his head, "Your highness."

Ezio glanced at him, "Hm? Aren't you busy for the academy's renovation? What brought you here, Levine?" he casually asked. Not minding if he's older or not.

Levine walked to him as four scrolls appear on his palms. "General Horus has asked me to give these to you, your highness," he put the scrolls down on the table and Ezio's eyes widen with the sight. Levine continued, "We were forbidden to open it before you do, your highness. The contents are still a mystery and we can't inspect if it has enchantments. I doubt that the other kingdoms will do such treacherous things at a time like this but please still be careful."

Ibinaba ni Ezio ang hawak niyang tasa sa gilid at kinuha niya ang isang scroll na may simbolo ng Westernia. Tinanggal niya ito sa lalagyanan at kaniyang niluwagan ang tali. He opened the scroll and read its contents. His eyes widen as he continue to read every line.

Pagkatapos niya itong basahin ay nagtaka na lamang si Levine noong tumawa ito ng marahan. Ezio put his forehead on his hand as he put the scroll down on the table. He smiled at Levine, "You had a great student, headmaster."

Ezio gave Levine the scroll as he continue to chuckle while bringing his cup near his lips. Binasa ni Levine ang nakasulat sa papel at kumabog ng malakas ang kaniyang puso. "N-No way!" glee appeared on Levine's face as he look back at Ezio who also has a smiling expression on his face, "A permanent alliance, your highness! The kingdoms want to form a permanent alliance with us?! For real?!"

Ezio chuckled, "They can't fake a letter like that, Levine," he grinned, "It's real."

Happiness glistened on Levine's face. He happily looked back at the paper and his smile turned soft as he stare at the handwritten signature at the bottom, beside the king's signature and crest. If it wasn't for her, this wouldn't happen.

He looked up to Ezio again as he put the scroll down. Excitement showed on his face again, "I have to go, your highness! The students need to know! This is a huge news that everyone needs to hear!"