Chapter 236: An Advice From A Brother
A knock resounded on the door to Sarah’s office, jolting the chief lady-in-waiting from her work. She swiftly granted permission for the person outside to enter, and as the door swung open, a sturdy, tall figure stepped into the room. Sarah’s intense, dark grey eyes locked onto him.
"Brother! You’re back!" the noble lady exclaimed, rising from her seat and approaching the man with a warm smile.
"Hello, Sarah. How have you been?" he greeted her.
Sarah took hold of Adam’s hands, a mixture of joy and surprise evident on her face. "I’m doing well. I had no idea it was your troop that returned when I heard the bell. Oh, it’s been weeks... Mother has been pining for your return!"
"Forgive me for making you all worried. I heard you were at the palace, so I thought I’d drop by," Adam explained.
"I’m here working, as usual. However, I’ll be heading home later. Will you join us for dinner?" Sarah asked, her eyes brimming with hope. She let go of her brother’s hands, clasping her palms excitedly.
Adam’s expression turned regretful.
"I’m afraid not. I have preparations to make. The Knights of Neblim and the royal knights will depart in two days, and I will lead them."
"What? Where to?" Sarah exclaimed, taken aback. "Didn’t you only just return?"
"My task isn’t over yet. I came back to deliver the message about my findings after pursuing the pirates. We have a security breach on our territory in the Agathe Islands, and we need additional forces to handle the situation. This time, His Highness the Grand Duke will accompany me," Adam explained.
"A security breach?" Sarah questioned, her voice tinged with concern.