Ed walked through the long hallways of the royal palace.
He had just finished breakfast with the royal family, where they had discussed their journey in detail.
Yet, something felt off. The king and queen had listened intently, but there had been no surprise in their eyes—no moment of realization, no deep curiosity. It was as if they already knew everything.
Of course they did. Ed thought, suppressing a bitter smile.
They wouldn't have left us all alone. Not without watching.
But now, Queen Aeloria had called for him personally. Alone to her room.
His mind whirled with curiosity - what could she possibly want with him?
A sly grin spread across his face as he thought to himself, "This is like a dream come true."
He reached a large door, Taking a slow breath, he knocked.
Knock. Knock.
"Come in," came the queen's voice—calm, composed.
