The idea that my parents might still be out there, somewhere, filled me with both hope and fear. It was a glimmer of possibility in the midst of all the confusion, but it also meant that I would have to face the truth about my past and the people who were involved in it.
[Author's POV]
Ethan stormed into the palace, making sure to keep his arrival discreet. There was no way King Morgath's spies in his pack would have known of his journey. The heavy doors swung open, catching King Morgath and a few nobles in the kingdom by surprise. The rage on Ethan's face was evident, and it prompted King Morgath to suggest they retreat to the secret hall for a private conversation.
As soon as they reached the secret hall, Ethan wasted no time in demanding answers. "Start talking!" he bellowed, his anger simmering beneath the surface.
