A flicker of annoyance crossed the king's face. He knew that accepting their heirs would be seen as a sign of weakness, a concession to their defiance. It was a delicate situation, one that required careful consideration.
"What are their reasons?" King Liam asked, his voice solemn.
Otis cleared his throat before responding, "Lord Darkfallow and Lord Rosemane wish to send their heirs as a gesture of reconciliation. They seek to mend the strained relations and reaffirm their loyalty."
