Chapter 234: The King And The Healer’s Plan
"What nonsense is this?" Kyren’s voice thundered through the room as frustration consumed him. "Why do you keep relenting to his request? Are you already on his side?"
The grand duke’s scolding grew in intensity as he vented his anger upon hearing Kiev’s audacious request relayed by Rafe. Having just informed his wife about his upcoming departure, Kyren had been summoned by his brother, King Kyden, to the private library.
"I am the one who agreed to it," King Kyden interjected before the healer could respond to the grand duke’s outburst.
Kyren grunted in annoyance.
"Is this how you repay me after I decided to go to war on your behalf?" he questioned, his tone laced with disappointment and anger.
"Kyren, please... I have no intention of belittling your contribution. Believe me, even if no one makes the request, I still think it would be best for Anna to stay here. Shouldn’t I be responsible as her guardian when you’re not around?" the king reasoned, attempting to persuade his brother.
Kyren tightly pressed his lips together, torn between his disdain for Kiev’s request and the logic behind his brother’s words. However, the fact that it came from the Mederian Prince only deepened his reluctance to agree.
"My knights will be with Anna. They can take good care of her when I’m not around," the grand duke asserted.
"Listen to me, Kyren," the king responded with concern. "Even if you leave a hundred knights to escort her, it still won’t be the same. A guardian’s responsibility is not equivalent to that of mere escorts. You understand this well, as it is the law of our kingdom. Furthermore, I have something in mind," he continued, capturing the attention of both Kyren and Rafe.
"What is it?" the grand duke inquired, his curiosity piqued.
Rafe, too, turned to the king, eager to learn about his plan.