Zeeta and the Wizarding World
Injuries in the Heart
Under the scorching sun, accompanied by lush trees and melodies of birds chirping, the village of Lazuli looks peaceful as usual. Peace for this place will not be obtained if Zeeta is not serious in his role as Princess. At the age of eight years, getting allies from various magical creatures can not be done easily. However, was it true that all of that was done by Zeeta alone? Is it true that the magical beings who had become friends with him were really due to the recognition of Zeeta's power, and the help given due to her age of purchase, she shouldered the heavy burden of the world?
What if ....
What if the phrase "allies" or friends revealed to one of them is just one of the cards to topple Zeeta...?
But this time, there was no point in thinking about it now. At this warm moment, Zeeta and her Lazuli family decided to throw another party. In fact, the neighboring villages that wanted to join in enlivening the return of Zeeta as the Lazuli family, were welcomed by them. Until now, the sea of humans spilling from the A n' Z store was a very unusual sight. In the sea of humans, of course, have prepared a set of tables, although not a few are not part and must stand. There is also the presence of another Crescent Void invited by Danny and Gerda to keep his promise to Zeeta.
Zeeta, who was in the shop, had been wearing her apron. He posed by bending his right hand and holding his biceps muscle with his left hand. Then he said in a fiery manner, "All right! It's already noon! Speaking of midday, of course the most desirable food-slash-drink is ice, right?!"
"Yeah!!" reply to visitors who are no less enthusiastic.
"Wait around! My creations during my training in a distant land! There is no doubt you will be addicted and it is impossible to forget the taste!"
The visitors drooled.
"W-is it that good...?" ask one of the visitors.
Zeeta grinning. "Ho ho... You want to say you doubt me?"
"N-no! It's just that I've never found another dish as delicious as Arthur...." He scratched his head.
"Cih cih...!" Zeeta moves her left index finger to the right and left. "A student can surpass his teacher, right?
"Dad! Let's fight!"
"Ohhh?!" the visitors are getting excited.
Arthur smiled wryly. "God! Basic, come home to be an arrogant boy!
"All right! I accept challenge!"
Arthur smiled broadly and entered the kitchen.
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"Ooooooooooo!!!" the excited screams from the visitors spread outwards, making the Crescent Voids sigh. They were clustered under the shade of a tree.
"The excitement here seems like the Evergreen festival has lost just because of their existence," said Colette.
"Is this okay, Gerda?" Mellynda asked.
"Hmm? About what?" ask Gerda.
"The number of visitors like this .. Where is it crazy, right? Are you sure you're not helping him?"
"Haha.... Did he say he needed help, Danny?" Gerda smile.
"No." Danny smiled too.
"Even though I hate to admit it, when it's cooking, the passion of the child's spirit is very different.
"Know? Before we and the other kids, including Zeeta herself, didn't know she was the Princess, she dreamed of becoming a chef like Uncle Arthur."
Gerda crossed her arms.
"Oh, yeah...." Mellynda smiles. "While he has accepted who he is, he still hasn't forgotten his dream.... Isn't that beautiful?"
Danny and Gerda returned their smiles. "Of course!" answer them simultaneously.
"Nhngggghhh...." Marcus stretched his body. "The kingdom is peaceful with the interaction of the population and the Princess like this I have always wanted since I was Alexandrita's army.
"The peace is now before our eyes, and our next role is to protect it."
"Not so fast, Marcus." The voice of the man they knew appeared from their left side. He came from the direction of the Fairy Forest.
"Prince Klutzie!" the Crescent Void.
"What do you mean, Prince?" marcus asked, turning serious.
"Zeeta wants to take me to Nebula. He knew something that he could not express in this cheerful condition.
"I think we should be prepared for a bitter fact."
Gerda walked over to Klutzie and pulled her collar. Klutzie didn't expect this.
"No matter if you're a prince or not, I'd hate to have to ruin this happy atmosphere. Even though you didn't tell me about it, we all knew there was something she was hiding, and she was waiting for the right time!
"Remember, Foreign Prince! You're just a mess in this country. You don't even know our daughter very well, and you act like you understand her.
"Don't forget about you who once intended to propose to Zeeta just because he thought he couldn't build this country.
"Yes. I know you're the Yggdrasil Seed, you're the Prince, and you're strong! But, you're aware there's less of you as a human after seeing our Princess, right?!
"For me, I feel it. She was just a whiny, timid girl, and was often confused about small matters! Look at him now. He accepted who he was, he knew his burden, and he kept smiling and cheerful like that.
"Think with that noble brain, can you carry the same burden? Huh!?"
Klutzie clenched her hands tightly, then brushed off Gerda's. He blew his emotions away for a moment. "Don't talk like you're the truest, Gerda!
"What do you know about me, huh?!
"Even if my people were still around, I wouldn't want to be together in another kingdom!
"My father and mother, and my people are lost without a trace! My servant Sebas is also dead because of my own brother.
"Conscious! Zeeta was able to get this far just because she was aided by many magical creatures!"
"Stop, Lutz!" Sirens came from the same direction as Klutzie. "Don't say anything that will make you regret."
"Where can I hold it again?! This man, speaking as if he understood the loss of his family and people, as well as his incompetence as an important person.
"Clean yourself! Can you be in our position?!
"Yes, the burden I bear is not comparable to that of Zeeta, but I am Prince! What prince could not know why his own people were lost without a trace?!"
Klutzie shed her tears. This made Gerda feel guilty for her own words.
Danny went to their side. "Klutzie!" call him resolute. He held Gerda's head to force her down. "I'm sorry! As a big brother, I can't teach him manners! Please, forgive him. This was one of his natures that could not hold back his words." He's coming down. "I often take harsh words from her, but I know she is a kind sister and cares for everyone. His rude remarks to you also actually had good intentions.
"If his words scratch your heart, blame me. But, I feel like we should just wait for Zeeta to finish her cooking. This scorching heat makes us all emotional."
Behind the forced bow, Gerda bit her lips, her eyes twinkled, she also gripped her uniform.
Klutzie wiped her tears. "Let me alone." He then raised his feet towards the direction he had come. Sirens followed.
All of these discussions are a spectacle for the people. Danny continued his apology for causing an unpleasant commotion.
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[Recko Residence.].
Danny and Gerda go home for a moment to calm Gerda's heart. Both of his parents are not here, they are still in A n' Z's tavern.
In the living room, Danny served renjie juice to his sister. "drink. It's your favorite, isn't it?"
Without saying anything, Gerda accepted and immediately gulped.
Danny sat on the couch bending his right leg over his left thigh.
"I know you care about Zeeta, but after this apologize to her with your own mouth. You're exaggerating. After hearing the prince's situation from Siren, you shouldn't have spoken so."
Gerda gripped her skirt. He lowered his head.
"Never mind if I hate you, you stupid sister."
Gerda looked up immediately. He was surprised why his brother knew what he was thinking.
"Whenever you speak rudely to me, I won't bother you. But, sometimes I can get mad at you too, and I'll defend you if you're in trouble.
"Your harsh words, not everyone can take them for granted. Although it actually doesn't sound so rude, your words hurt her feelings.
"I am your Brother. I know my sister cares about me no matter what she tells me. But, if it's someone else....
"Do you understand, Gerda?"
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"Uhm. I get it." Gerda looked back. "I'm sorry, Brother...." He said it slowly.
Danny smiled, then approached him. "Yes!" he stroked his sister's head. "Well, if you've calmed down, before Zeeta is done, apologize to her. Okay?"
"Uhm. Alright." Gerda. He immediately went out and looked for Klutzie's nose.
"Basic.... If so, he can hook a lot of men's hearts. Really, my sister can be so cute sometimes!"