...Flower of Evil...

Iseul finally could get out of the dungeons. Even though it was supposed to be two weeks prison time,she came out earlier because of the ambush on the dungeons.

As she was walking out of the dungeons, Prince Jungkook,Jimin and Taehyung were already out,waiting for her. From them,she heard that Prince Seokjin and Hoseok had interrogated the soldiers who had betrayed Iseul. Though, they confessed, King didn't do anything as they only attacked a bunch of demonic cultivators.

As a result, those soldiers received no penalty. In the end,Seokjin, Namjoon and Hoseok handed those soldiers to the youngest Princes. The three youngest Princes took care of those losers since their father couldn't give a fair judgement.

"What did you guys do to them?", Iseul asked whole walking with them towards her Palace. She was already covered with a new robe so she didn't have any problem with walking infront of everyone.

Jungkook cracked his knuckles. "Nothing much"

Jimin,"If you want to see them,they are in the hospital"

Taehyung, "Ah,I have a small regret. Why did I break hands? I could have broken their legs too"

Jungkook, "Don't worry. I did break them",he grinned like a cute bunny.

Iseul scoffed seeing his innocent face. This man surely isn't innocent as he shows.

"Wow", she laughed seeing their proud faces.

Jimin placed his arm over her shoulder. "Ugh,you need a bath. You stink", he immediately retracted his arm and pinched his nose.

Iseul glared at him. She kicked his leg making him whine in pain.

"Oh,look! Your marriage candidate!", Taehyung exclaimed suddenly.

Iseul's heart stopped for a moment. What marriage? She looked at where he is pointing. Her mind went blank.

"Is that...the man they selected??", she asked in disbelief.

In far distance, there was a boy, walking towards who knows where. There wasn't anything wrong with them. Infact,he was extremely handsome but,

"He is a ....kid?", Iseul looked at him with an opened mouth.

Jimin,"Yeah?"

Iseul,"Is father insane? He is ,like,what? 10?12?"

"15", Jungkook answered.

Iseul scoffed. "Wow,that really assured me. Thanks", she said sarcastically.

Jungkook chuckled. "You are welcome"

She gave a look saying 'wanna die?'

"But brother,seriously? What did brother Seokjin say about this?"

Taehyung sighed. "He didn't like it either. He talked for you saying you don't have any decision to get married yet. But,you know father"

Jimin,"That boy is from the Choi family. A very wealthy family who does business with overseas merchants. Though, they are not related to any political party,they are really powerful. Plus,they have a lot of connections with China. This marriage can bring a lot of benefits. Father doesn't have any reason to oppose this opportunity"

Iseul already felt a headache.

"These types of marriages are normal. Our father was 15 when he took the throne. So,he had to marry our mother who was 19 at that time", Taehyung said.

Jungkook nodded. "I did some search about that boy. He is a generous, sincere and honest one. And has a heart of gold. Once he becomes an adult, I'm sure you'll fall in love with him. I'm not saying you should marry him,but considering is not bad,right? If you still didn't like him,we will support whatever your decision"

Iseul felt like committing a crime looking at the young boy who was now reaching the library. The boy was gentle looking like he would break any time you touch him. He was wearing green expensive robes.

Just like he felt he was being watched, he paused near the steps of library. Hesitantly, he looked back and saw Iseul and her brothers. His eyes met Iseul. A crimson blush appeared on his  cheeks.

Iseul frowned and turned around to leave. "Not happening, not happening. I don't like him. I don't want to marry. Not ever!"

The three brothers sighed.

Jungkook, "Told you. She already has someone she likes"

Taehyung also nodded.

Jimin,"I heard brother Namjoon talking to brother Hoseok yesterday. They were talking about the demonic cultivator who came to rescue the rest of his people. But apparently, that man was the one who had saved Iseul before"

Taehyung and Jungkook looked at Jimin with squinted eyes.

"You don't think he is the man she likes,right?", Taehyung asked.

Jimin shrugged his shoulders. "Who knows. Plus,why wouldn't Iseul tell us about him? There must be a reason why she can't reveal about the man she likes"

Jungkook, "You make sense"

Just as they were about to leave the place,they heard a loud voice.

"YOUR HIGHNESS!"

The three Princes looked at where the voice came from and saw a soldier on a horse. The soldier was gravely injured and it seemed like he would die any time soon.

Jimin was the first one to approach the horse.

"Your highness! Enemy attack! They ambushed our third fortress near the main harbor!"

And that marked the destruction of the kingdom. No,not because of the war,but this war was the stepping stone to build the Flower of Evil.

Two months of the war continued. But it was still not over. The six Princes and the only princess were fighting for their kingdom. But people only praised the seven Princes since they were the sons of King. Iseul was just a General.

She fought numerous battles along side with her brothers. And helped her civilians to rebuild their destroyed houses. She protected them with her all might. Because protecting them means protecting her mother.

After two months of continuous battles,she had a chance to return to the Palace to give a report to the King. After giving it, she didn't forget visit her mother. When she went to see her mother,she was terribly ill.

Iseul became furious because no one had told her about her mother's condition. She sat down next to her ill mother's mattress and held her hand gently.

"Mother! Why didn't you tell me you are sick?!"

Her mother coughed but smiled. "It's nothing. You don't have to worry,my Iseul. I didn't want you to worry about me when you are fighting for our kingdom out there"

Iseul wanted to scold her but she held herself back because of her condition. "Alright. Now,tell me what happened? How did this happen?"

"I don't know. I suddenly felt dizzy and started to feel weak"

Iseul sighed. She didn't want to leave. But she was still the general of an army. She had a grave responsibility.

"What did the physician say?"

"He said it was because I was tired or something. After taking a rest,I'll be fine"

Iseul nodded. "Alright then. Don't forget to take your medicines regularly. Okay?"

"Hmm",..."Iseul"

"Yes"

"...I'm so lucky to have you"

Iseul stiffened. But after a second, she smiled. "Me too. I'm lucky to have you as my mother"

Her mother hummed and closed her eyes. Soon after,she fell asleep. Iseul kissed her forehead and left again.

When she returned to their headquarters, she was met with a ruckus. Her brothers' distressed faces scared her.

"What's happening??"

Seokjin saw her and walked over to her. "There is another attack! I heard from a messenger that they are going to attack two places at once. One place is going to be the royal Palace!"

Iseul's eyes widened.

"We need to send an army to the Palace immediately!"

Iseul,"I'll go!"

Seokjin shook his head. "No,you and me will have to lead the army to protect the common people. I already gave the orders to others and they'll go to the Palace. If we are lucky,they will reach the Palace before its too late"

Iseul's heart stopped. But what if they won't be lucky? Her mother. She wished she had stayed there but it's too late.

"Let's pray for the his highness Yoongi", Seokjin mumbled.

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