Chapter 244. How Dare You Try to Get Something for Nothing? (2) (Teaser)
Halo stood waiting at the foot of the staircase of the main palace.
"Family Head," Caron called out as he approached Halo slowly.
Halo remained still, gazing quietly up the stairs. He seemed lost in thought, perhaps remembering days long past. His expression held a complex mix of emotions.
"You're here," he said, finally turning around with his hands clasped behind his back.
Whether it was the weight of the armor he wore or something else, there was a gravity to Halo today that wasn't always there.
"My apologies for disturbing your rest," Halo added.
"It's all right," Caron replied.
"There's something you need to know—something important. That's why I called you so urgently. I hope you understand," Halo said.
"I couldn't possibly rest while the adults are out there working," Caron said.
At that moment, Halo's sons, Raphael and Dales, were busy commanding the Oceanwolf Knight Order and the forces of the ducal family, steadily bringing order back to the Imperial Palace. From what Fayle had told Caron, even the elders had joined the effort.
In other words, the full force of the Ducal Family of Leston had been mobilized.
Caron looked steadily at Halo and asked, "How are things progressing?"
Halo gave a slow nod and answered, "There's no need to worry. Now that Duke Salmon's troops have joined us, everything should be settled before nightfall at the latest."
"That's a relief," Caron said.
"Did you speak with His Majesty?" Halo asked next. He was referring to the secret of the royal bloodline.
Caron gave a faint smile and replied,...
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