Raven knocked on the door of King Jaren's study and peeked in. "Papa? Do you have some time to spare?" he asked quietly.
One of the first things King Jaren had done upon their arrival at the imperial palace was to relay strict instructions that Jules, Mana and Raven were never to be kept waiting if they wanted to see him – regardless of whether he was in his study or bedroom or court or anywhere. He had also specifically mentioned that Astra was not entitled to the same privilege any longer.
