Things moved fast once Milton became Duke Palan’s disciple.  With the letter of introduction, Milton privately contacted the First Prince’s faction. And once he revealed that he was the cherished disciple of Duke Palan and that he was willing to support the First Prince, it quickly went up the chain. Because the impact of Sean Palan was so great, it soon entered the ears of the First Prince. The First Prince gladly accepted Milton into his faction and wanted to privately meet with him. 

“Hahahaha… how amazing. You’re so young, yet you’re an Expert? You’re definitely worthy of becoming Duke Palan’s disciple. 

“Ah, it’s nothing, Your Highness. I don’t deserve such praise, but thank you.”

While Milton was humbling himself in front of the First Prince, he was also expressing his willingness to be loyal to him. 

“Although Master is still maintaining his political neutrality, recently, his heart seems to be leaning towards you, Your Highness.”

“Is that so?

Laughing, Milton responded to the pleased prince.

“Yes, Your Highness. But as you well know, he’s a very inflexible man and doesn’t show his emotions in front of other people.”

“Yes, he does have a tendency of doing that.”

Nodding his head at the convinced prince, Milton continued with overwhelming sincerity.

“It may take some time, but I will convince my Master to support you, the First Prince. Please trust me on...