Chapter 257: The Threads of Red I
"The King will have your head for saying that," Orion said with a frown once the door was locked.
They had safely returned to Rafael and Soleia’s chambers, and Rafael made sure to cast a quick spell to soundproof their room.
"You’re one to talk," Rafael said with a snort. "I don’t see you caring about pretend niceties when it comes to royalty, especially when talking to King Godwin."
"And that’s why I’m a wanted criminal in both Vramid and probably Nedour," Orion replied smoothly while crossing his arms over his chest. His expression didn’t change as he stared straight at his old friend. "Whether you like it or not, the throne will come with the requirement of fornicating with Elinora. She will try to enchant you under her spell."
"Over my dead body," Rafael said.
"Orion is right," Soleia said with a sigh. "You’ve promised King Recaldo as much. He will try to enforce it upon you or relieve you of your right to the throne."
"We will delay it for as long as possible," Rafael said. "He can’t bother us if I refuse to open the door for him."
"Be realistic," Orion said. "You can’t hide forever."
With his last words hanging in the air, Orion turned and left the room. The door closed behind him with a little more force than was really needed, causing Rafael and Soleia to flinch.
"What’s he upset about?" Rafael spat out with an annoyed scoff. "He’s not the one who has to canoodle with a venomous snake."
Soleia bit her lip. She agreed with Orion― they couldn’t hide from this forever. Sooner or later, King Recaldo would send knights over to knock the door down if they had to. She wouldn’t expect anything less.