"It was empty, seal broken." Aesther finished.
She waited for him to ask more questions, to wonder if she was even in her right mind. How can an ancient seal just get broken? More importantly—
"I see," Howell murmured.
His gaze lowered to the tea, "But why didn't you tell this to Lord Kazmir first?"
Despite being higher in status, Howell was very young compared to the Alpha. He used the title out of respect.
Aesther licked her lips, "This… this felt right."
"Hm," the Arkhon smiled, taking a sip of his tea, "It can be our little secret then."
She said nothing to that but just stared at him for a long moment.
In all honesty, Howell Lumine was a charming handsome man that carried warmth deeply woven into his soul. He had always appeared humble and sincere.
And no one can doubt his leadership even though he took the helm of such great responsibility at the age of eighteen.
But Aesther had never really known the Arkhon.
