Chapter 12: Darion and the QueenA group of guards escorted the two men. The queen said, “Our lawful brother returns. And with a stranger to us.”
Darion bowed a little, as did the other man. “My queen.”
“You are dressed strangely, visitor. I wonder why you are here,” said the queen pointedly.
“This is a councilor from Extatumm, my queen. My mission took some very strange turns.” Darion looked around before he continued. “Will your grandmother be joining us?”
“No. My grandmother is … she's resting now,” replied the queen. Darion seemed relieved.
“About your mission, lawful brother. I was surprised not to hear from you. No message, no letter of any sort. I had wondered if I should send someone to fetch you.”
Darion smiled. “My queen, forgive me. I know how it must have seemed not hearin
