The kitchen and the dining hall were quieter than usual.
Veronica's head was still occupied with Arthur's recent behavior. Thus, she didn't notice it.
Arthur ordered breakfast for both of them and sat in their usual seats.
That's when Darius strode forward.
"Arthur, Veronica, have you heard the news?" he asked excitedly.
Veronica came back to her senses and asked him in return, "What news?"
"His soldiers were defeated by the villagers. They even declared their lands free."
Darius couldn't conceal his excitement.
Veronica's face brightened up instantly.
"Is that true?! That's good news! But how did they win against soldiers? They are merely farmers, fishermen and businessmen."
Darius lowered his voice and said, "That's because we went to fight along with them."
After that, he winked at her.
Veronica chuckled. "You shouldn't have done that without me. I missed all the fun."
