Chapter 154: A King’s Unwelcome Arrival
King Theron was a man of action, and his patience already thin, had worn to a thread.
The moment the Dukes departed, his gaze fell upon the unconscious form of Serena. He wasn’t one to waste time. A snap of his fingers, and two of his elite guards focused their attentions.
"Take her to the cells," he commanded with his voice devoid of emotion. "Ensure she’s well-guarded, and report any change, no matter how insignificant."
The guards bowed, scooped up Serena with ease, and swiftly exited the Grand Hall.
***
The very next dawn saw Theron depart from the palace, a rare occurrence indeed.
For a king who spent the vast majority of his time within the opulent confines of his domain, this was an almost unprecedented event.
High above the city, there was a speck against the vast expanse of the morning sky.
King Theron soared, a testament to his immense power. Most Sovereigns, upon reaching that exalted level, gained the ability of flight.
His destination was the Elven continent, and to reach it, Theron had to first pass through the Adventurer’s Association Capital outpost.
As he descended from the heavens, his presence washed over the outpost.
The seasoned workers, accustomed to the presence of high-ranking adventurers and mages, instantly recognized the overwhelming aura.