Thales' embarrassment seemed contagious.
At least, the air in Ballard Room froze for a moment.
It was right when the king's gaze lingered on him.
"So that is all…"
Fortunately, King Kessel looked away and spoke again. "Solder?"
Air started to flow again.
Thales breathed a sigh of relief and avoided everyone else's gazes.
Thank god they didn't keep pressing him about it.
Maybe he shouldn't have said so much about Little Rascal?
"Yes, Your Majesty."
The military advisor, Solder Ryder bowed in reply, "Everything we should know about the war in the Northland is all here."
In the dark room, the Imperial Conference resumed its normal business atmosphere.
Prime Minister Cullen shook his head contemplatively. Military Advisor Solder looked solemn. The Minister of Trade, Viscount Kenney and Chief of Finance, Kirkirk Mann were whispering with each other.
