Reborn As Noble Chapter 1247: The Doctor, The Prince, The Boy ( 1247 )

Gracelle turned her gaze away from Javier’s face, a blush creeping onto her cheeks. He truly is so handsome. How fortunate Miss Liana is, to have a husband of such striking good looks. His smile... that captivating smile... He is not only tall and well-built but also exceptionally skilled, a doctor holding a rank even above a master healer. And to top it all off, he is a prince, next in line for the throne. She risked another fleeting glance at the handsome man before her, only to quickly look away again, her cheeks burning intensely. No... Stop staring at another man, Gracelle! You are here to meet Javier De Armand, not to pilfer glances at someone else's fiancé! Her eyes moved to the girls standing near the handsome prince, alongside Liana. Ah... everyone in his presence is so gorgeous, so graceful, and so beautiful. And among them, Miss Liana undoubtedly stands out as the most stunning... Well... I suppose that is only to be expected for a man as charming and handsome as him. Gracelle swallowed with difficulty and averted her gaze once more, feeling both shy and flustered as her eyes kept darting back towards him. Ah... why do I find myself staring at him repeatedly? And why does my heart pound so rapidly every time I look his way? She made a conscious effort to look away, yet her gaze invariably returned to the handsome prince. Ah~ I can feel my heart threatening to burst from my chest. Gracelle shifted uncomfortably in her wheelchair, a sense of restlessness causing her to fidget before she glanced towards Liana. "Umm... ummm..." she murmured softly. Liana did her best to maintain a calm demeanor, concealing a smirk behind a composed expression. She approached Gracelle as she noticed the girl subtly signaling for her to come closer. "Mm? Yes, Gracelle?" Liana stopped and leaned down, her voice gentle as Gracelle whispered. "Umm... you mentioned I could meet Javier De Armand. Is... is he somewhere nearby?" Liana’s lips curved into a subtle smirk, though her face remained calm as she whispered back, "Oh yes~ He is not too far from this very spot." "Umm... I... I wish to see him now... may I? Please?" Liana nodded and straightened up. She was about to move towards Javier when she paused, offering a proper bow along with all the healers as another voice called out. "Javier." The voice that spoke his name caused Gracelle to turn her head, and she observed a group approaching them. Javier... so he is indeed here... Gracelle’s heart began to race, completely oblivious as the handsome prince turned and offered a slight bow, accompanied by Gloria and the other girls. "Esteemed Father. Esteemed Mother." Gracelle’s gaze followed the handsome prince as he now offered a respectful bow towards a stern man and a beautiful woman with golden-brown hair. Her eyes widened significantly before she noticed Liana was no longer attempting to hide her smirk. "E... eh?" The stern-looking man stood before her, a faint smile gracing his lips. "How are you feeling, young lady?" "A... ah... ah... ah..." Gracelle stammered, her voice trembling uncontrollably. "M... my Lord... m... my Lady..." Liana let out a breath while still bowing, casting a subtle side glance at Gracelle. Rolland and Sylvia, along with their contingent, had already assumed a deep, respectful bow. "Address them as Your Majesty," Liana whispered urgently under her breath. "That is King Garius De Armand and Queen Francesca De Armand." "Eh?" Gracelle was too utterly astonished to respond. Then her eyes widened once more as she looked up at Garius and Francesca, who had just arrived and now stood beside him. "A... ah... ah... Y... Your Majesty!! Please pardon this humble subject for failing to recognize you sooner! I...I am profoundly honored by your presence!" Gracelle stammered, her voice quivering with sheer panic. Her mind whirled as she gazed upon the familiar faces before her. That stern countenance... that golden-brown hair... I recall them from years ago... from Lady Francesca’s birthday celebration... Does this imply my assumption is correct... That handsome man with the captivating smile... Was... in actuality... Javier De Armand? She swallowed hard, her thoughts racing in a confused spiral. So, the doctor who miraculously saved me... The young master whom Miss Liana so diligently serves... The prince to whom everyone offers their deference... The very man who caused my heart to race moments ago... Is... him? She glanced sideways at Liana, who remained in her bow, and noticed the satisfied smirk that was barely concealed on her lips. Eh? Does this suggest Liana was aware of this all along? Garius clasped his hands behind his back and turned his gaze towards Rolland and Sylvia. "Rolland, Sylvia." "Y... yes, Your Majesty?" "You two will accompany me. Today marks my son and daughter’s wedding. I am certain you both still recall Aelius and Athine, do you not?" "Yes, Your Majesty. We do remember them. It will be a distinct honor to attend their celebration." Rolland replied, still maintaining his deep bow. "Mm. Kindly inform your Captain Bhujar and your trusted officers from yesterday to assume command for the next two or three days. You both shall remain in Armand during the festivities." "As you wish, Your Majesty," Rolland stated, his voice unwavering and respectful. Garius shifted his gaze towards Alf and Erinette. "Are all our staff and maids now outside of both buildings?"

"Yes, Your Majesty." Alf responded in a formal butler tone. "I have already notified all of our staff via mana talkie to confirm their status. All maids and personnel are now assembled in the adjacent courtyard as arranged."

"Mm. Excellent." He turned his gaze to Javier. "Javier?"

"Yes, Father?"

"You may dismantle one of the temporary structures after this, but leave one intact as a temporary base for our special units and officers to assist Mathrias in its recovery and stabilization." He rubbed his chin thoughtfully before continuing. "Can you spare about one hundred of your knights to secure this Mathrias Estate?"

"As you command, Esteemed Father. I have already ensured all the special white knights were retrieved and summoned one hundred standard knights to patrol and safeguard this area. They are currently stationed and actively patrolling the perimeter."

"Mm... Good." Garius glanced at the mana watch on his wrist. "We will be departing soon. We certainly don't want to be late for Aelius and Athine’s wedding. I assume you can prepare everything and have the Gaasad-1 ready within... perhaps thirty minutes?"

"As you command, Esteemed Father."

"Mm... Good." Garius nodded, his tone firm yet satisfied. "I will be waiting with the others in the next courtyard. Do not keep us waiting." He turned and walked away, with Alf and Erinette following closely behind.

Francesca offered Gracelle a warm smile. "Young lady~ You and Javier must have had quite a lengthy conversation yesterday and today. I hope you are feeling much better now."

"Ah... y... yes, Your Majesty. I am truly grateful for all that your family and the Armand healers have done for me." Gracelle replied, her tone formal and noble as she bowed her head respectfully.

"Good. I am glad." Francesca was about to turn away but paused, her gaze falling upon Liana. "Oh, Liana?"

"Yes, Lady Mother?" Liana smiled and executed a graceful bow.

"What is with the maid uniform again? Did I not already inform both you and Gloria to cease wearing them now that you are to be official fiancées?"

Liana smiled, casting a teasing glance towards Javier. "Ah... pardon me, Lady Mother. But the Young Master insisted I wear it. He said he couldn't bear to see me out of it just yet."

Francesca let out a soft exhale before fixing Javier with a sharp, maternal glare, causing him to flinch and quickly avert his eyes.

"Really, Honey Bun... you simply cannot let go of Liana in her maid uniform, can you?"

She shook her head with an affectionate smile before directing her gaze back to Gracelle.

"Young lady, do not be shy. Feel free to converse with Javier while we make arrangements to depart. Though he is a prince, he is still the same boy who saved your life." She offered a gentle, reassuring smile before departing gracefully, accompanied by her retinue of maids.