When Valin entered back into Wilshana it was close to the agreed time. William had already started gathering knights to the gate as if he was ready to storm Cofer’s home to get his king back.
“I don’t have much time.” Valin said then ushered William along towards his office.
“Sire?”
“Things have grown more complicated than originally thought. I wish I could share with you the enormity of this issue but I can not.”
By the time the two had arrived at the entrance to his office, Zelah was there pacing in front of the door. He was not in the mood to argue with her but he could tell she was angry.
William pushed the door open then Valin stormed in with Zelah on his heels.
“My king! How could you?”
“Zelah, things have gotten complicated. If I can reach a civil disposition with King Cofe
