The grand hall was filled with murmurs of ministers exchanging words that Xion barely understood.
Political matters were never something he was interested in the first place.
Had it not been for the urgency of canceling the royal decree, Darius and Xion would have waited until the morning court session was over.
Nevertheless, Darius had chosen this moment intentionally. The more witnesses present, the better it was for his plan.
They had barely exchanged greetings when King Valaria raised a hand, an indication for them to rise.
His dim golden eyes narrowed slightly as he spoke, "I did not expect the Archduke to fulfill his promise so soon," his voice was steady but cold.
His gaze flickered to Darius with thinly veiled displeasure before gesturing to a nearby seat. "Why don't you take a seat with your guest? There's something I must address first."
Darius inclined his head respectfully. "Your Majesty is too kind."
