Chapter 235: An Unexpected Collaboration
"Deliver this letter to Jessy immediately and request her to come to the palace along with my escorts," Kiev commanded Armel, handing him a folded letter. "The royal knights will accompany you and accommodate you with a carriage."
The young teenager bowed in deference, replying, "Yes, Your Highness."
Soon after, the royal knights requested by Kiev arrived, and they followed Armel back to the inn.
Kiev let out a deep breath, feeling a temporary sense of relief. He had managed to buy time to search for a way to regain his magic abilities before the next duel. Healing his injured sister, Princess Callis, was of utmost importance, so he needed to regain that speciality.
Respecting his sister’s need for rest, Kiev decided not to disturb her and instead took a walk in the palace courtyard, revelling in the scenic views and fresh air. It was a moment for him to clear his mind.
As he strolled, the palace servants and occupants couldn’t help but cast their eyes upon him, their expressions filled with surprise and captivated by his charming appearance. The unrelenting stares from them made Kiev increasingly uncomfortable.
Without his magical abilities, he couldn’t employ his usual fear-inducing spells to deter them. Deciding it was best to distance himself from their prying eyes, the prince veered away, seeking solace in a secluded part of the palace grounds.
Finding respite on a wooden bench overlooking a serene pond, Kiev took in the soothing sounds of chirping birds and the gentle breeze that alleviated his sense of suffocation.
However, his tranquillity was short-lived as a group of men dressed in hunting attire came into view on the other side of the pond in a secluded area near the palace wall. Intrigued by their secretive actions, Kiev couldn’t resist the urge to observe them discreetly.
Approaching the men cautiously, the prince noticed they were Kyren’s dedicated men and couldn’t help but question their intentions.
"What are you all doing, sneaking around like thieves?" he asked, his voice catching them off guard.