The Forsaken Heir's Ascension-Chapter 147- Uninvited Guest

In the castle’s grand ceiling hall, shimmering in blue and warm lights, stood a throne at its end. Its back was shaped like blue crystalline Phoenix wings. Its feet were carved into talons, and its beak rose tall, gazing over the entire hall like a queen surveying her court.On the seat formed from the Phoenix’s belly, cushioned with fine material, sat a pure beauty with pale blue eyes and shimmering silver hair.Sara’s eyes scanned the room where several elders were seated in two neat lines before her. Most of them were women, ranging from young to elderly—gray to black-haired—and only two men sat among them, their hair completely white, positioned on chairs just below the throne’s steps. freēnovelkiss.com

Sara looked at each of them, one by one, and asked,"Any update from the frontlines?"A girl with black hair and a refined face stood up, wearing light armor over her blue clothes. She bowed and called in a loud, clear voice,"Ice Phoenix Matriarch!"Sara nodded.The girl rose again and spoke:"Thank you, Matriarch. Yesterday, we had a small incursion of a pack of Yeti monsters at the northern frontlines. There was a B-rank among them, but we defeated most of the pack. The remaining ones fled—we did not pursue. The fangs, pelts, and hearts were deposited into our storages."Sara nodded, then looked around at the others.No one else stood up.Sara sighed and spoke in a thunderous voice,"ELEMENTAL EXCELLENCE ACADEMY was attacked by Ashen Dawn, aided by monsters up to S-rank—humanoid ones included. Around 5,000 nobles lost their lives, and more than 100 were students of the Academy."Murmurs echoed throughout the hall.

A man with white hair, wearing white clothes distinct from the others, stood up.Sara looked at him, her eyes narrowing."Yes, Grand Elder?"He smiled like a kind old grandfather."Is little Selene okay?"Sara’s eyes immediately filled with rage. The pressure in the hall increased sharply, making the very air heavy. Shoulders dropped and knees buckled, but the Grand Elder only smiled calmly, unaffected.Sara bellowed,"Grand Elder, do you not know it is against the rules to call the heir to the throne by name? Do you not know the punishment for disrespecting the heir—my daughter?"The Grand Elder bowed slightly, still smiling."Forgive me for my impertinence."Sara’s rage did not waver. She stood up and stormed out of the throne room."Huff..."A collective sigh echoed as the weight on everyone’s shoulders suddenly vanished.

Whispers surged across the court as eyes turned toward the Grand Elder.From among the elders, an old woman stepped forward. Her hair was completely white, her face deeply wrinkled. She walked hunched over, dragging her feet across the sleek blue tiled floor, supported by a cane.She looked at the old man with a smirk."Old coot... you still haven’t learned?"The Grand Elder replied, feigning ignorance."What are you talking about, Old Matriarch?"She shook her head slowly and turned around, leaving behind parting words:"Be careful, old coot. You’ll lose your grandson if you keep doing that."The Grand Elder’s face twitched, but he quickly composed himself. He turned around, his pristine white gown standing out starkly among the light blue, and stormed out of the hall.

Inside the castle, in one of the rooms, Alex lay on a large bed covered in pristine white sheets. The room was modestly decorated, with small blue light crystals embedded in the light blue ceiling. The walls were made of crystal-like blue stone, aged but regal in appearance.Alex and Hati had drifted into sleep, comforted by the softness of the bed.They were woken by a knock on the door.Alex slowly opened his eyes and, still groggy, shuffled toward the door. When he pulled it open, a guard clad in full silver armor stood before him. His face was hidden beneath a polished visor.The guard gave a slight bow and said,"Sir, Madam is asking for you to join her for lunch. Please follow me."Alex nodded."Wait a minute. I’ll be right back."He turned, gently woke Hati, and the two of them stepped out into the corridor.

The guard gave another nod and began to lead them down the corridor. They walked straight ahead, then turned left and followed the path to a staircase descending downward.The walls of the corridor, like his room, were made of ancient-looking blue crystal stone. Glass windows tinted in deep blue allowed dim, cloudy daylight to peek inside. Most of the illumination came from glowing blue stones embedded in the ceilings and walls.As they descended the smooth, pale white-tiled stairs, the corridor turned again, leading them to a large wooden door. It was a rich brown, smooth and polished, with golden handles carved with ornate patterns.With a soft click, the guard opened the door and gestured for Alex to enter.Alex and Hati stepped inside. The door closed quietly behind them.

In front of Alex stretched a grand dining hall. At its center stood a long table made of smooth blue marble. At the far end, seated at the head, were Sara and Selene.The hall was lined with thick pillars, and the walls were decorated with various weapons and a luxurious blue-and-gold tapestry. The air was warmer here, and a light, savory aroma lingered—just enough to stir the appetite without overwhelming the senses.Alex made his way toward the end of the table. Hati padded silently beside him.Sara turned and smiled warmly."Come on, dear. Sit with us."Alex nodded and sat on a wooden chair directly across from Selene. Hati settled quietly on the floor near his feet.Sara flicked her finger.A small wooden door at the side creaked open, flooding the dining hall with warmer air—and a rich, mouthwatering aroma of food.Hati’s nose twitched. He drooled the moment the scent hit his snout.

Moments later, attendants entered, wearing blue aprons. They moved swiftly but gracefully, setting dish after dish on the long marble table. There were juicy steaks stacked on top of each other, the red-brown drippings pooling on the plates. A steaming pot of thick gravy sat beside a basket of freshly baked bread, golden sandwiches, and roasted chicken crackling with herbs and oil.They placed a large plate in front of Hati too, loaded with skewers and a generous cut of steak just for him.The servers bowed and quietly exited, leaving behind only the soft clinking of forks and knives.Alex followed Sara’s lead, picking up his fork and eating slowly, savoring every bite.

The silence was peaceful—until a loud voice rang from behind the closed door.

Guard:"Sir! You cannot enter! Madam Matriarch is dining with a guest."Man (arrogantly):"Do you even know who I am? Aunty won’t say anything to me. Open the door. I won’t repeat myself."

A moment of hesitation—then the door opened.A young man barged in, clad in sleek blue armor. He had long black hair that fell to his shoulders and thick, prominent eyebrows above sharp, dark eyes. His features were refined, older than twenty, and carried an unmistakable arrogance.Sara’s face darkened with displeasure. She stood up, dabbing her mouth with a napkin, then stepped away from the table. Selene also frowned, clearly unimpressed.

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