Miguel's eyes softened as he slowly drew back, catching the shock plastered on Aries's face. The corner of his lips curled up subtly, blinking ever so tenderly. As he did so, Miguel was slowly pulled back into the memory of the past.
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Miguel never expected to have a great friendship with the king of Rikhill. Alexander was a great man. Although Alexander was the king that defied all concepts of a ruler Miguel had, the man was a great person.
Alexander might be the king, but he didn't stay on his throne where he couldn't see beyond the palace walls. Alexander believed a king wasn't just someone who owned the throne, but someone who understood his people more than anyone. Thus, he would regularly leave his throne to live a life closer to his subject.
