PRESENT DAY
The Birmingham Palace.
Philip stood before King Regent.
“Do you know why I have sent for you?” Regent asked.
“No. But you can tell me so I can get going. I have business to do as you know.” Philip remarked dryly.
There was no need for excess formality between them.
They had both fought together with Sebastian in the holy war and yes he was now King, but that did not really change much. They still knew each other.
“Your family is in debt.” Regent said.
Philip frowned. “My family is in debt. That is impossible. My family is richer than the royal family.”
“Is that not a statement to offend the king.” Regent smiled.
“It depends on however you want to take it.” Philip said.
“There were some bad investments that were made by your lawyers. Very bad investments that put you
