Monarch of Darkness

Evan's gaze fell upon Sophie whose eyes were still teary due to the emotional upheaval she was facing. He stretched his hand and gently wiped her teary face.

Sophie was finding it hard to control her tear drops. Her gaze was focused on the kneeling Sylvia clan and she could see the emotion in each of their eyes.

"Alright, it is time now. Royal court shall be adjourned for today", Brianna spoke in an authoritative voice. She gestured at Olivia and together the followed after Ether Jackson.

Evan looked at Sophie and together they walked out from the throne palace. "Where is Alice?", Evan recalled that Alice was not present with them. So, he started to look for Alice in the crowd.

They walked out of royal court but Evan didn't find any trace of Alice. "Forget it, that girl always returns after causing some mischief outside", Evan shook his head.

"Girl, come near me. You shouldn't cry for the action of those stubborn fools. Even children are no different", Olivia said while turning her head to look at Sophie. There were concern in her eyes as she was observing Sophie the entire time.

People started to walk out one by one after the royal family left the throne room. After sometime the group of Sylvia clan people walked out and they headed towards the group of Evan.

"My queen", the group of Sylvia clan quickly greeted Brianna and Olivia. Brianna nodded her head with a smile.

"Hmph~", Olivia snorted and glared at the Sylvia clan group. Her gaze was focused on the adult members who felt confused by her sudden displeasure.

"You fools! How many time I have to tell you that you don't need to kneel down. Now look, what have you done? She is still crying even after we left the throne hall", she spoke with displeasure.

"Aunt!", Sophie's cheeks reddened as she didn't know where to hide her face. The group of Sylvia clan people could only helplessly laugh as they couldn't give any answer to their second queen.

"Aunty", a childish voice suddenly came from the side of Evan. Evan turned his head and saw Alice appeared on his side out of nowhere.

"Alice, where have you been? Your big brother is announced as the crown prince but you are not there with us", Olivia asked the little girl.

"Aunt, I am watching in the crowd", Alice replied and looked at Evan with interest. Her gaze fell upon Evan's crown and a hint of interest appeared in her big eyes.

"Little Alice, do you like this?", Evan chuckled after seeing her looking at him. He removed the crown and placed it on the head of Alice. The crown was bigger than her little head. It quickly slid past her head and settled on her neck.

"It is good but it is big", Alice whined soon after. Evan chuckled and a hint of amusement appeared on the face of everyone present.

"Big brother, can you go with me to play?", Alice looked at Evan with her big beady eyes.

"Aunt, is there any other thing I need to do?", Evan asked Brianna. 

"No, you are free to go anywhere but don't go far from the palace. The situation is chaotic in the entire northern region. So, it is best to be cautious", Brianna replied.

"Sister Sophie, will you come with us?", Evan asked Sophie.

"No, I will accompany aunt", Sophie replied. Evan bade his farewell to everyone and walked towards the gate of the royal palace complex.

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"Big brother, can you buy me this dress?", Alice looked at Evan with her big beady eyes. Evan chuckled and nodded his head.

"Check this red coloured dress. It will suit you well", Evan said while checking on a bunch of clothes for Alice. He was casually pointing out dresses for her but Alice was buying every single dress to his liking.

Alice didn't stop even after both of their hands filled up. Evan called upon the guards her aunt had assigned and asked them to carry the baggages for her.

She took her time in buying her clothes. Only after roaming the streets for four hours, did she stopped her buying. They went to a nearby restaurant and Evan finally felt relaxed.

"Big brother, I will leave after we complete our meal", Alice spoke while looking at Evan.

"What! Is any of your elder coming to pick you up?", Evan asked after being stunned for a while. He knew she would leave one day but it was still too sudden for him.

"No, I have to leave alone. If I stay any longer then mother will be furious. Moreover, grandfather has already started searching for me through our bloodline connection", Alice spoke. Evan saw the pendant on her neck was glowing brightly.

Earlier he had thought that she had come with an elder but later he found out that he was mistaken. Alice had most probably sneaked out of her clan. Moreover, according to Evan's speculation, her clan was a very formidable one.

"Big brother, I will come later to see you", Alice spoke while looking at Evan. 

Evan nodded his head and asked, "Is it going to be dangerous? How can you leave alone?"

"Relax, big brother. I have a sacred artifact with me. With it, I can easily escape from danger", Alice replied with a smile. Evan also nodded his head helplessly. 

"Alice, where is your home city? I will go there to visit you", Evan spoke to Alice.

"Big brother, my home is in Celestial wind city but you can not visit that place now. Wait untill you become more powerful. I will take you there one day", Alice smiled at Evan. 

Evan nodded his head but he remembered the name Celestial wind city. He had his speculation about her origin but he knew it was as she say. He couldn't do anything unless he grew powerful.

They ate their meals slowly. Alice looked at Evan many times during the course of their meal. "Big brother, don't worry. I will come back after becoming strong. Mother will not stop me if I cultivate diligently", she vowed inside her mind.

Alice placed everything she had bought in her space ring. "Big brother, I am going", she tried to smile but Evan could see could see through her brave front. He tousled her hair a bit and said, "Alice, don't worry. I will come to see you after becoming powerful". 

Alice nodded her head and said, "Big brother, take care". Then she floated in the air. After flying for for a bit she couldn't resist her urge and turned back.

"Big brother, don't forget about me. I promise, I will return soon", she spoke while trying to suppress her tear. Evan waved his hand and Alice flew to the distance. Her figure disappeared after few seconds.