The Runic Dome was every bit of a mansion like any other, but it was concealed within layers of runes and metal. Atop one of its balconies, where not even the birds could get close, Tiara stood alone, gazing at the lonely figure in the distance.
"When I got here, I never imagined witnessing these two brothers having such a major disagreement," said Yuran, who came out from behind her. "I thought they were too close, but no one can survive the turmoil of ruling."
"Spoken like a true prince, Yuran of Shon," said Princess Tiara, and the thin man looked uncomfortable. "I apologize for reminding you of the past, but my mother talked a great deal about you."
"Not the best of stories, I'm afraid."
"It was a mention in passing when we talked about the bloodlines stealer, also known as The Father. She warned me of the commoner who wanted to be a god. It was a bedtime story to make sure children behaved."
"Even for his children, he was a fearsome man."
