King Athan, gripped by grief and the weight of recent events, had sent a message of condolences to Lord Silas and his family for the loss of their valiant son, Webb. Simultaneously, he summoned Lord Silas to join him in a crucial discussion at the blood table, where the fate of the captured wolf prince and their kingdom's next course of action would be deliberated.
In his heartfelt message, the king expressed his deepest sympathy for Lord Silas's family, acknowledging Webb's heroic sacrifice during the mission to rescue Princess Nimoes. The king praised Webb's bravery and assured Lord Silas that his son's memory would forever be honored in their kingdom's history.
The king's message read:
"Dear Lord Silas,
