The kingdom of the east is organized to have the palace at the center for symbolism of equality. The closer your house or residence, the wealthier one get. It is close to the main educational system and attractions to the king's motive of a secured and fun life.

The gate is big. The hallway is big. And the throne room is big. A girl quickly jumped and hugged Alexandria down to the ground. She was worried about her since the day she left the kingdom. 

"This is Sofia, the princess of this kingdom of the east", Alexandria introduces.

"Aaaand this girl's bestiii", Sofia added while hugging her long bff.

Infront of them is the king and queen, King Linus and Queen Lea of the East Kingdom. Alexandria and Ryu introduced her guest as the one who saved her from the bounty hunters while returning here. The king said that they are sad for the noble sacrifices of the captain and the knights and thanked the masked stranger for their help. Alexandria asked for their leave to saw Ryu around.

Alexandria showed Ryu to the corners of the castle along with Sofia. She asked about the mask. Ryu replied that it was complicated. To which Alexandria added that he does not want to reveal his face. Sofia gave up and showed the them to the garden.

At the garden, Sofia pointed out that Alexandria is living in the kingdom with Sofia. Being a vice commander of the knights, she is dutied to patrol and serve the East when needed. 

Ryu thanked the hospitality and asked Alexandria that if there is an adventurer guild and an inn that I can stay. The two girls giggled and asked told Ryu that he is welcome to stay here since he saved Alexandria's life. She is like an older sister to Sofia.

Pen pop out from hiding and got some cake from Ryu's table. Sofia was suprised to the cuteness of the being and asked for her name. Pen.

The king asked for Ryu's prescence one again. The difference now is the level of security. 

The king asked the place where he came from. Ryu replied to the town where Alexandria was tasked for. The knights suddenly draws their sword towards Ryu separating him from the two girls.

To my suprised, I have an old friend from that town and I get some news from time to time. One alarmed me about a  boy accused from murder and escaped with an unusual weapon, a kerchief like that on your arm, the king pointed out.

"I dont not wish to dismay your trust to your friend, you can believe or not, I know that I...didn't...kill...Selia", Ryu said drawing his tentacles out.

In a brief moment, the king took his spear and clashed into Ryu's guarding tentacles. 

"Then prove it with your fighting, adventurer", the king said overpowering Ryu with magic.

He is not the king for nothing, Ryu thought on guard.

"My weapon of choice is a spear, it served me well to make peace for this kingdom. And as king, I cannot allow someone to just be near my daughter", the king said.

Ryu removed his mask and put Pen to the side. Ryu draw his tentacle blades and kerchief blades.

"I won't disappoint you. Your Highness", Ryu said proudly.