Kade was unable to gather his people. Not a minute after the news was revealed, eunuchs had knocked on his door. By now, word of Kade's accomplishments had traveled through the castle corridors. He had trained the best trackers and soldiers. It was due to his training regime that the Eighth Princess was securely brought back.
No blood had to be shed.
All was good in this world.
"Irritating," Kade growled, tugging at his uncomfortable clothes.
Kade always preferred to wear dark colors, mixed with gold or silver. He was always in looser clothing that made mobility easy. Now that he had to present himself before the Emperor, he had changed into more formal attire.
Kade needed to end the meeting fast. Lina was waiting for him. He harshly tugged at the white collar of his robes. He hated this damn thing. It was too restraining.
"Your Highness…" Sebastian whispered.
