"Riona joining the Royal Guard?" Puck exclaimed.
"That's what he said," Thorin replied, pressing his palm against Florian's forehead to check his temperature before sitting on the sofa.
Puck widened his eyes in disbelief. "His Majesty decided that?"
"It certainly seemed that way to me. Otherwise, why would he even mention it?" Thorin shrugged.
He spoke casually about it, but deep down, he was worried. If King Valentin had offered Riona a well-paying position, she might reconsider leaving the palace.
Joining the Royal Guard would provide comfort for her and Florian, allowing them to live outside the palace walls.
And if Riona gave up her wish to leave the palace, what sweet offer could Thorin give her to ensure that she wanted to come with him to Wintertooth?
Thorin's time in the Kingdom of Eira was limited. News of his visit had reached the Zacharia clan, and before long, Aunt Nina would appear before him to demand an answer.
