Chapter 34: The sulking king
A few days passed after the incident, and Hael couldn't help but feel the chill in the air, a stark contrast to the warmth he was used to from the king.
Usually, they would spend the mornings chatting before Hael had to start carrying out his duties, accompanying the King to his meetings, keeping watch over him as he worked, and going on outings when he felt stifled inside. Despite his busy schedule, Ceremus always allowed Hael to have the freedom to do as he liked during the day, and Hael liked to spend his time in the training grounds where he would spar with Atilla, and they would each teach each other a couple of things. But now, Ceremus refused to let Hael out of sight, insisting he must always be by his side.
The white-haired man wouldn't have a problem with this since he liked being in Ceremus' company. The problem was that they never actually spoke to each other. The King acted as if he wasn't there, which deeply upset and confused Hael.
Not only did he notice the distance, but Loki and Anemone also noticed it. "Did something happen between you two?" The advisor asked while the king was away.
Hael shook his head. "No, I don't think so. We were getting along quite well a few days ago. He suddenly stopped talking to me. I'm not sure why." He said dejectedly.
Anemone frowned. "There must've been something that happened between now and a few days ago that would cause the King to be upset."
Hael thought about it but couldn't recall an incident in which he might've upset the King. Loki, who was perched on his shoulder, shook his head almost exasperatingly. "It's because of that human...Anthanasia," he corrected himself. "I don't think he liked it when you went off with her, " he said.
Hael's eyes widened while Anemone looked between him and the bird. He found it strange that they always seemed to be able to communicate and understand each other.
"I see. So that's the reason." He mumbled.