Raphael dropped ungracefully on the comfortable couch and sighed. “Cassiel Astaroth is my father’s new pawn.”
Dante scowled. “You think so?”
“The Dominions can dethrone a king. That’s why my father kept a close friendship with the High Dominion. Since the old man is close to death, he’d want to keep the same partnership with his successor. Cassiel Astaroth is a smart choice—his inspiring image will appease the public, while my father keeps his old game going.”
People said corruption did not reach the Court of Dominions. They prided themselves on being always fair. They even gave a high position to an angel commoner. Dante was impressed with Cassiel Astaroth when he first heard about his career accomplishments. But this was yet another illusion. He should stop searching for feel-good sto
