When Rubelia was burned at the stake, Matius was the one who killed the king who had made her suffer. He cut off the king's head and tore up the bodies of the soldiers to terrify the entire people of Annora.
He was willing to do the most disgusting and despicable things to defend Rubelia's dignity, which was being destroyed by the people of Annora. Matius was as dark as the night, but even the darkness would try to protect its brightest star.
Matius regarded Ruby as his star, and he would do anything to keep her light from dimming.
"I'm sorry." Ruby wanted to touch his cheek but stopped halfway when she thought Matius might not like to be touched. "I misunderstood you."
Even though Ruby knew Matius had a good relationship with Rubelia, their first bad encounter still left a mark on her mind. Therefore, Ruby often thought that one day Matius would hurt her again.
