DARIUS’ POV It was clear that Jacob was ready to fight me, just like his father was ready to fight Asher. “This is going to end badly for the both of you. Surrender now or you will have to face a more severe punishment.” I warned but they refused to listen. “That throne belongs to my father, Darius. But your father stole it from him!” Jacob fired, glaring with intense rage. I scoffed. “Is that what your father told you?” I asked, turning to Lord Magnus who couldn’t even defend himself. “I am sure your father here knows that’s a lie. He was never going to have the throne, my father fought for it.” Lord Magnus growled. “Your father was weak and pathetic!” He roared, causing an intense annoyance to creep into me. I had always thought that Lord Magnus loved my father even though I

