Uchiha Madara and Estelle arrived in the royal capital of Grancel, entered the royal castle, and reported everything to Queen Alicia.
Uchiha Madara had done many things in Liberl Kingdom that could be considered evil deeds. However, because he had provided a great deal of valuable intelligence, such as the existence of the Ark and the extent of its military strength, Queen Alicia decided to let his merits offset his faults and no longer pursue his transgressions...
"This is wonderful..." Estelle said. "Joshua, from now on, you'll be free. You can be with me and work for the cause of the Bracers..."
Uchiha Madara nodded and smiled. "Yes... We can be together from now on. We can strive together and do things together. The bond between us will surely continue..."
Estelle was instantly filled with happiness!
At that moment, Kloe, Scherazard, and Tita hurried over as well! Upon hearing that Estelle was out of danger, the three of them had arrived faster than anyone!
Agate, Zin, and Kevin Graham also arrived at the royal castle. Looking at Estelle and Uchiha Madara, they smiled. "You've finally returned to our ranks. Especially you, Joshua. It really is wonderful that you've come back!"
Uchiha Madara nodded. "I understand now. The bond between all of you and me is not something just anyone can sever. Before this, I failed to realize that and left on my own. That was truly foolish of me."
At that moment, another person walked in through the door.
He was... Cassius Bright!
As Estelle's father and Joshua's adoptive father, Cassius first greeted the queen, then said, "Although Joshua has returned, I still have a duty to carry out as his father..."
Suddenly, Cassius slapped Uchiha Madara across the face!
"As punishment for a disobedient son, a slap is the