Ahcehera's heart skipped a beat. "What's his name?"
There was a brief pause, then the responder hesitantly mentioned, "Richard? No family name, though…"
Her grip on the optical brain tightened. "Thank you for informing me."
Without waiting for further details, Ahcehera ended the call and moved swiftly to prepare. She summoned her personal guards, issuing curt instructions as they readied to leave.
Her thoughts churned as she changed into more suitable attire.
How did he escape the academy? Why was he near Serena Bridge?
The ache in her chest lingered, a maddening reminder of the bond she couldn't fully understand yet couldn't ignore.
Whatever had happened to Richard, she knew she had to see it through.
As Ahcehera arrived at Serena City's prestigious hospital, she bypassed the bustling main entrance and was escorted through the discreet VIP passage with her guards flanking her.
