Eirik paced around the royal chambers, his heart thumping with excitement and nerves. In just a few days, his family from Valeidio would be arriving in Zephyros, and he was filled with an overwhelming mix of emotions.
Excitement coursed through him at the thought of seeing them again, of feeling their presence and hearing their familiar voices. But along with that excitement came a touch of anxiety, he couldn't help but wonder what they would think of his new life here.
He ran a hand through his hair as he glanced out the large windows overlooking the city, the golden light of the afternoon sun bathing the stone buildings in a warm glow. Zephyros had become home to him, but he knew his family might see things differently.
Still, the thought of the chaos his siblings and cousins would bring into the palace made him grin. He could already imagine it. The palace of Zephyros was refined and regal, full of calm and order.
