abnabooks Chapter 45: Strange
Chapter 45: Strange
Chapter 45: Chapter 45: StrangeAs soon as Seraphina stepped out of the grand hall, she nearly bumped into Andrius, who was walking briskly alongside Vivienne and the physician. They exchanged nods, a silent acknowledgment of the chaos they had all just faced. Seraphina gave them a slight smile before continuing down the hallway, her footsteps fading away.
Vivienne, Andrius, and the physician entered the hall, making their way to the center with the physician move to the side leaving vivienne and andrius to the middle.
Duke’s eyes narrowed slightly as he studied their expressions. "Any reports from the capital?" the Duke asked,
"Yes, Father " Vivienne began, "The situation at the castle has been managed. No one is harmed, and their Majesties, along with the prince and princess, are unharmed thanks to the swift action of the knights."
The Duke’s shoulders seemed to relax slightly, "Good... and the damages?"
"There were some damages, Your Grace," Vivienne replied. "The goblins seemed to be attracted to something within the castle grounds. They targeted specific areas, as if
The Duke didn’t answer immediately. His gaze swept across the three of them—lingering for a moment on Millie, whose hands were clasped tightly in front of her, her shoulders tense.
Finally, he spoke, his voice low but commanding. "Yes. I did."
He leaned forward slightly, resting his elbows on the desk. "There are things we must speak of—things that must remain within this room."
Millie’s fingers curled tightly, her green eyes flickering with unease.
Vivienne straightened. "We understand."