"You were lucky that My Empress was with me. She recognized him since they had met in Medeus before. But if it was just me, I would have thought he was a part of a plot to bait me and my knights. I will not be merciful next time," Ferdinand said coldly.
[They have met before?!] Sonia didn't know.
"We are ever grateful for Your Majesty's mercy," everyone on Olivier's side bowed so Dimo did as well.
[Are they truly grateful to see me back?] Dimo wondered and observed their knights and maids.
"Please forgive us for our failure to uphold the agreement."
Duke Olivier and Sonia also apologized for not being able to keep their word regarding the prohibited area not being approached by anyone.
Valeria had paid quite a huge sum to be allowed passage without any disturbances.
"I will let it slide just this once," Ferdinand was strict.
"Our deepest gratitude to Your Majesty."
[It should have been just him. If his wife was not with him, this child would not be back now.] Sonia thought.
