Chapter 96
Magnus had expected his father to be furious over his failure in Paelsia. He’d been prepared to face his fate after waiting for over a week. He stood by the thick iron railing as King Gaius entered the downstairs foyer upon his return. The king didn’t waste any time in getting to the point as he peeled off his riding gloves and a servant helped him removed his mud-encrusted cloak. “Where is Princess Cleiona?” Magnus looked at him unflinchingly. “I would assume she’s in Auranos.” “You failed me?” the king roared. “We were ambushed. My guards were killed. I had to kill the guard accompanying the princess in order to escape with my life.” The king’s face reddened with fury and he stormed toward Magnus, raising his hand to strike him. Before he made contact, Magnus caught his wrist. “Don’
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