Chapter 210. To the North Sea (1)
The day of Caron and Leo's departure had finally arrived.
The Coming of Age Ceremony for the Ducal Family of Leston was a simple affair: To face the North Sea.
"When you arrive at the North Sea, Sabina will guide you to the ceremonial grounds. Do you have any other questions?" Halo asked, looking down at his two grandsons.
It was unprecedented in the history of the family for two heirs to undergo the ceremony at the same time.
For Leo, it was a matter of age. His time had simply come. But Caron's case was... special. After all, he was only seventeen.
Skipping two years ahead of tradition was unheard of, but no one in the Ducal Family of Leston dared question Halo's decision.
"Caron," Halo said, his tone firm. "Since you've gained immense power, you must bear the responsibility that comes with it. That is the only reason you're being allowed to undergo the ceremony early."
In a prestigious family like the Ducal Family of Leston, tradition was everything. It was what defined their noble heritage.
But even the elders of the family, including the Elder Council, had unanimously agreed to let Caron take his Coming of Age Ceremony early.
"At the very least, we need to put a leash on him."
"If not that, then maybe... a sense of responsibility as an adult."