Tensions rise, as kingdoms come together to form an alliance. After years of wars and differences between each other. All of the kingdoms came to an agreement of peace.
An academy was formed in return where nobles of various different kingdoms would come about to establish diplomacy and connections between each other. Due to this high ranking nobles, or those in power of each counts highly influential nobles are required to attend.
In some essence it could even be called a game between for the kingdom nobles. Whoever establishes the most connections through friendship, marriage, power or through other means in the academy would be set for life.
One of the prominent families that would attend. Is the Wynter family, with their supposed heir being princess Sofia. Disappointingly Vermouth was seen as someone without much talent.
On the date at which nobles visit the royal palace, in an attempt to see the special attributes of the child. He barely had any talent in things regarding mana, physique and intelligence most notably. Most notably however was his personality which unlike the radiant Sofia was much more ruder to the public.
Sofia is a bright shinning star. Talent that no one has seen before in years. Knowledgeable on many different aspects. Most importantly however her charisma is next level, many people have been charmed by her. Nobles and others alike expect her to be the heir to the throne.
The name of this kingdom is chillborn. ruled by king Aarick and queen Mirella. Both have been known for their freezing nature. Together they have brought stability in the kingdoms, being the first to propose a peace treaty. Going out of their way to visit each kingdom individually to work out an agreement.
Furthermore a merit system has been established, where commoners have a chance to rise in power through many ways. Such as defeating monstrous threats, bringing wealth to the nations through ideas, showcasing their talents or powers in different ways. Although the process is very rigorous and scrutinizing as the king personally oversees it every 5 years. Only few have the chance to rise to the top of the ladder.
Their rule is not without flaws though, many people have criticised their lack of nature. Being less understanding, along with their ultimatum decisions. Many of the council assembled feel left it due to their opinions
At the end their known far and wide for their incredible rule. People do know about their weird quirks, though it's outshined by their captivating elegance.
In a castle a princess known as Sofia can be seen pouting. " Why is brother acting like this". She says as her face turns into a frown.
She recalled the good days, when they were children her brother would always play with her. She remembers clearly how they played as children.
"Sofia don't run to fast" Vermouth says as he chased her in a garden. The garden stretching across the massive castle. Multiple trees and plants of various kinds planted across it.
" Can't catch me brother" She chuckles as she conjures an ice field causing Vermouth to slip and fall. His back facing the sun as his head slams into the ice.
"Ah brother", she turns to see him. Immediately she rushes over to him in seeming panic. Not caring about the frozen field she slips and lands right on top of vermouths back.
Vermouth groans in pain. His sister giving him a bear hug. " There there brother don't cry". She says in a sympathetic tone.
"Of all times your magic just had to go out of control now". Vermouth males a scornful remark.
"Sorry but I know you will always be there for me right brother". she mumbles in response, with teary eyes. Vermouth couldn't bother to respond as his body twitches.
"Just stay put for a bit." Putting force onto the ice he tries to life himself up only to fall down back onto the hard icy field.
"Hugs make everything better" was what Sofia's mom taught her. Strangely enough she continues to close her eyes, while seemingly enjoying the hug.
"Hey Sofia could you please fire, some magic of that direction". Vermouth asks. Sofia looks puzzled.
"But I don't have fire magic brother?." Sofia says, cluelessly while looking into his eyes.
"No...urgh just use ice magic on the castle walls anything would do". Vermouth says weakly.
Putting her hands together Sofia conjures up a huge magical ice spear coming out of a blue magical circle. Firing it at the outer walls of the castle.
Boom a loud explosion sounded through the corridor, Screams can be heard throughout as a hole is left in the castle wall, which surrounds the castle as a barricade, Quickly one by one guards rush towards the commotion.
" You idiot" Vermouth groans with a pale expression his hands reaching forward to Sofia's forehead. Sofia on the other hand looked at him in confusion.
" But I did what you said Brother, isn't that what you wanted, shouldn't you be praising me" Sofia says with a smile that looked like a puppy with a tail wagging quickly.
"Your going to be the d-I mean end of me" Vermouth says while patting her head. Sofia responds with a smile while leaning into his touch. With a sigh Vermouth stares at the sky.
"Your lieges are you alright" a knight rushed in, with sweat going through his body looking like he ran a marathon. His armour weighing down on him with each step he takes. Finally looking to see them trapped in a icy field.
"Ahh we will get you out of there immediately!!" the knight shouts as he enters the icy field carefully only to fall on his put, as his body glides to the side of the royal siblings.
.... Both siblings stare at the knights back face first into the icy field, with a cock the knight slams his fist into the ground, creating a small crack which shatters the ground. Each of his limbs do the same until he is able to get back onto his two feet.
"Ahem... ignore that performance please my liege, I shall now get you both out". The knight says as he slowly lifts them both up. Only to topple and fall over the weight of both of them. Vermouth quickly shielding Sofia by taking the direct fall to the ground positioning himself just enough to have her body in his arms as his legs crash on to the ground.
".. How can you crush the ground, but not be able to handle our weights", Vermouth asks to the fallen, his legs trembling from the impact. " I hope there's no fractures or broken bones", he thinks.
" Maybe he can't control his magic like me brother' Sofia says while holding her head, looking rather uninjured for the most part. "my head feels like its spinning".
Vermouth looks at Sofia softly adjusting her position, while scanning her body as he gives her a cushiony hug.
"My apologies, your lieges I shall call over the rest of the guards to free you". The knight replys as his body lays to the side. Reaching an arm out as it glows a yellow light is sent to the sky.