Edmund: Arthur, make sure to learn everything from him and qualify for the tournament.

  You're very strong now, but strategy is the most important part of war.

  Arthur: (Composed, head held high) Yes, Father!

  Edmund: (Sighs) Go pack your things.

  You'll have to leave tomorrow.

  [Meanwhile, Dav]

  Dav: (Hungry) I still feel hungry after that training.

  Selene: (Surprised) Oh? Maybe you didn’t eat enough earlier, with all that commotion…

  Let's go to the kitchen, I’ll have something good prepared for you!

  Dav: (Funny face, sitting on the ground, looking away with a hand on his cheek)

  I’d like a burger and fries...

  I’d rather go somewhere instead of feeling tense, sitting alone at a long table, hehe…

  Selene: (Thinking) Outside, huh?…

  (Looking at Dav) Alright, let’s go somewhere not too fancy then.

  Though dealing with people's stares might be a problem.

  Dav: (Funny face, raising his lip) Then we should disguise ourselves better.

  Selene: (Curious) What do you mean?

  [Outside the royal castle]

  Dav: (Hat, black sunglasses, hands on hips, mask) We’re ready!

  Selene: (Blushing, mask, hat, black sunglasses) I feel a bit uncomfortable, but at least we’ll be able to go somewhere without being disturbed.

  [Arriving in town]

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  Selene: (Happy) What a nice day today.

  Let’s go there, that place looks good.

  [Entering the restaurant]

  Dav: (Looking at her) I’m sorry for dragging you along...

  You’re probably not used to the low-quality food in places like these.

  Selene: (Raising an eyebrow) What? I usually buy tons of instant ramen and eat them when I feel bored or hungry.

  I don’t particularly care for fine dining.

  Dav: (Shocked, yelling) Really?!

  Selene: (Embarrassed) You can laugh if you want, but I like them…

  Dav: (Happy, grabbing her shoulders) I love them too! I bought so many a few days ago, and when I have time, I eat them while watching TV.

  Selene: (Funny face, surprised) Which flavor do you like?!

  Dav: (Hand on chin, thinking aloud) I prefer the chicken ones with spicy sauce.

  But the cheese ones aren’t bad at all.

  Selene: (Happy) I love the cheese ones!

  Dav: (Laughing) When we get back to the academy, I’ll make sure to invite you to eat them with me Ahaha.

  (Pointing) Let’s sit back there.

  Waitress: (Smiling) What can I get for you, sirs?

  Dav: (Happy) A burger, fries, and a sugar-free drink.

  Selene: (Embarrassed) The same, please…

  Dav: (Looking around the restaurant) I wonder how big the burger will be.

  Selene: (Curious) If I may ask, why did you refuse the Queen’s request to join the royal guard?

  Dav: (Glancing at Selene, shifting his eye) What a drag it would be to stay there.

  I prefer traveling and meeting extraordinary and strong people like you, Selene. (Small smile).

  Selene: (Embarrassed) I'm glad you think I'm extraordinary...

  (Serious) I envy you a lot, honestly, for your freedom.

  I’d love to travel and become stronger.

  [Waitress arrives]

  Waitress: Here you go, sirs.

  Dav: (Chewing) Then come with me if you want.

  I’ll make sure to have you working hard, hunting monsters with me once I leave the human world Ahaha.

  Selene: (Happy, excited) Can I really if I want to?!

  Dav: (Looking at Selene with a funny face, chewing) I'm not your father to forbid it, am I?

  Selene: (Happy) I’ll consider your offer.

  I want to think about it a bit more first.

  Dav: (Drinking) No rush.

  I’ll leave once all my students graduate.

  You have plenty of time to decide.

  [Two hours later]

  Dav: (Happy) That was a good meal! We can head back to the castle now.

  Selene: (Thoughtful) Traveling…

  (Looking at Dav) With him…

  (Smiles) Honestly, it wouldn’t be bad at all.

  Dav: (Adjusting his mask) You look happy, Selene.

  Selene: (Smiling) It was a good meal.

  [Back at the royal castle]

  Selene: (Tired) We’re back.

  I’m going to rest a bit and take a bath first.

  See you at dinner.

  Dav: (Waving) Alright.

  [Dav searches for Valeria and Lucrezia for several minutes]

  [Entering the dining hall]

  Dav: (Thinking) Where could they be?...

  (Surprised) What are you doing sitting there with the Queen?

  Lucrezia: (Smiling) We’re having tea with the Queen, and it’s really good.

  Valeria: (Sipping) Truly excellent.

  [Both looking at Dav with sharp eyes]

  Valeria: (Demonic face) How was your lunch, Davy?...

  Lucrezia: (Scary face) Exactly, how was going out with the royal guard?...

  [Closing the door, feeling heavy under their stares]

  Dav: (Fear) Enjoy your tea, ladies…

  See you later.

  END OF CHAPTER 98