Kade didn't have enough time to mourn over his deceased wife and future child. An hour after his arrival to the estate, the Emperor caught wind of the news. Unsurprisingly, a messenger from Teran had rushed full-speed across the country and land, unstopping to deliver a startling piece of information. A request. But it was a threat.
Sebastian found it incredibly difficult to even drag the Commander out of the room. It was even harder to convince the Commander to show up to court. Eventually, the Commander was annoyed enough to storm to the throne room.
Bloodshot eyes. Disheveled appearance. Haggard features.
The Seventh Prince of Ritan looked like he had been through hell and back. He appeared to have experienced the worst war this world had ever seen. He suddenly aged by a few more years.
"Son, you've disappointed me."
The Emperor of Ritan was babbling about something again.
