Lucian's thoughts were consumed by Amarok. He couldn't help but wonder if his mother had spoken to Amarok about the marriage proposal. What would Amarok's response be?
He glanced back at Julian, who was still basking in the cheers from the people, and shook his head.
The streets of Valeidio were packed with people, from the youngest children to the eldest elders, all out in force to welcome their heroes home. As the procession slowly made its way toward the heart of the kingdom, the cheers grew louder, the sense of relief and celebration reaching a fever pitch. Banners fluttered in the breeze, the colors of Valeidio and Zephyros flying high above the crowd.
