17 Chapter17

As we trudged through the crowd, I heard various chatter about the Spears. These knights were not just a bunch of magicians - they would soon become the symbol of this continent. Two team members from each race so that they can impartially judge humans, elves and dwarves. All talented magicians will strive to become one of the Spears. I clearly remembered that spears are attached to the owner with the help of an artifact, and cannot go against his will. This was the price for the power they received.

Remembering Ellie's birthday party, which I was invited to, I decided to find her a present. Arthur and Vincent wanted to go to Gideon after the announcement, so I had time until they were done.

"Henry, do you mind going shopping to find a birthday present for the Lavin girl?"

- Hmm, why not, - he took out a pocket watch from his bosom. "I have another hour or two, so be it, I'll help you choose a present."

Fortunately, the choice was quite large, even too much. We went through a lot of shops until finally I chose a great gift that no child can resist.

"Hmm, I can feel Arthur's mana signature, come follow me."

After walking a few meters, we almost reached the alley when I heard someone scream. Finally, three figures appeared in front of us, a guy, a girl, and a man standing next to them.

- Funny

Hearing Arthur's voice, I looked further, seeing the guys and the girl bowing in a deep bow.

"It looks like Arthur is in some kind of trouble again, since everyone is standing with such faces. I remember something like that in canon, but only partially. Well, let's see how it all ends."

Vincent explained the situation to the prince, it turned out that those guys were mocking the dwarf. The prince was angry because he was lied to, but when he heard from which family the guilty boy was, for some reason he got screwed. I looked back at Henry, who understood my unasked question, and just nodded. It seems that these Tridents had a high position, because of which the prince did not dare to punish them in any way.

"Jamiel Tridant, the fact that you used magic in a public place…" Caitlin, who had begun to speak, was interrupted by a prince who… I think was called Cectis… no, Curtis.

"..Oh, I completely forgot.. was that princess Caitlin? Hmm, everything fits together, it will be necessary to apologize, it turned out ugly ... "

In the end no one was seriously hurt.

"Hmm, Arthur won't let go so easily, so the fun is about to begin!"

- Uncle Vincent, do you have a two-way communication scroll with you?

"It seems there will be no spectacle, it's a pity ..."

Ultimately, he contacted the director, and the entire gang was expelled.

"Heh heh," I let out a chuckle from behind the faces of the guys, and everyone looked at me and Henry. Thinking that now is the time, I walked over to Caitlin and bowed, "I apologize for that incident two years ago princess, I was out of my mind."

- ..You are the same boy - Caitlin said in surprise.

"Prince, princess, good to see you." Henry also bowed to them, looking at me a little nervously. "May I ask what kind of incident Aaron is talking about?" If it's something serious I would...

"He dishonored me." Caitlin's calm reply sounded like a clap of thunder, but in the middle of a clear day, everyone around froze, even I opened my eyes wide in shock.

Curtis came to his senses first.

- Sister! Don't disgrace yourself, there was nothing like that! - he glared menacingly at Aaron, - .. It was just a kiss!

-..But mom said...

- Mom was just joking!

The prince quickly apologized for earlier, and just as quickly they got into the carriage and left.

I still froze in a bow, and only when the laughing Henry closed my mouth did I come to my senses.

"Ha ha ha, this is the first time I've seen you get unbalanced by someone other than the monsters from the dungeon!"

- You're having fun .. and I literally felt like a huge ax met my neck!

- Pf-pf, I didn't know that you were such a ladies' man, Aaron - Arthur said, barely holding back his laughter.

- Who would say, mister future king of Elenuara!

Arthur immediately choked, and lost his balance, fell, but quickly jumped up, and was right in front of me.

- Don't talk nonsense, we're just friends!

- Sure sure. This is Henry Black, my friend. Henry, this is Arthur, Elijah, Vincent Helsty and Sylvie - I listed in order, moving the conversation in a different direction.

- Vincent, long time no see, how are you?

Henry knew Mr. Helty, which is not surprising. We chatted for a bit, and then it was time to leave.

- I'm surprised how an orphan, and even a homeless person, has such high-ranking acquaintances - Henry said, getting into the carriage.

- This is because of my charm, and many other positive qualities. I answered without hesitation.

"I have no doubt," he chuckled. - Are you also staying at Helti's today?

- Yes, I need to talk to Arthur, I'll come to you tomorrow.

- All right, then, see you soon.

- Yes - after seeing the departing carriage, I headed back.

Back at Helsty's mansion, everyone started talking about the meeting, the new continent, and the Spears. I was more comfortable just listening than talking, which I did, sometimes inserting my own comments.

So the evening came, I went into the room to Arthur.

- Do not sleep?

- BUT? It's you Aaron, come on in. - he was distracted from meditation, - Did you want something?

- Yes, - I sat on the bed, a little nervous.

"There is nothing that brings people together like a shared secret. I would not reveal my origins to anyone, but Arthur would be the same as me. The mystery of rebirth sometimes bothered me, so I just wanted to speak out and be understood."

- Arthur, in fact, I was not born here, or rather not in this world, - My words surprised him, and he nodded, looking at me expectantly. "Actually, I was reborn, or reincarnated, into the body of a boy of nine years old.

- ..I-I, too, - he said after a few seconds of silence - Only, I've been here since birth.

He abruptly stood up, pacing back and forth, his expression complex.

"Amazing!" he began to mutter. "I didn't think there could be other reincarnated ones!"

He sat down again, looking into my eyes with great curiosity.

- Tell me about your world.

"Looks like they won't kill me, that makes me happy…"

So, I told him about my world, and then I listened to his story. We began to discuss our past worlds, moved on to the differences between them, and then to the problems of this world.

I finally found someone who misses the bath and other modern conveniences as much as I do!

So we spent, talking until the morning.

- I'm glad that I finally found a person with whom I can discuss my daily problems, and who will not look at me with a scythe because of incomprehensible terms! – I said wearily, half-lying on the bed.

"Exactly… no need to watch your words, just be yourself…"

"It seems to be morning already, and we haven't even slept for an hour," I said, looking at the rays of the sun breaking through the curtains.

- Aaron, let's help each other in this new life. He held out his hand, which I shook with a smile.

- Of course.