Chapter 7Meridius was a tree-like creature.
His alabaster skin shimmered in the ghostly light, and deep ridges scarred the rough, wooden texture of his face and chest. A smooth Larimar gemstone shone brightly in the center of the dry, ragged crown that sprouted from his head and his powerful roots twisted and plaited together like snakes to forge him a luminous throne.
“Minister of Internal Affairs, I thank you for accepting my invitation and overlooking its rather ambiguous details,” Meridius spoke in a deep, soothing voice.
His pale blue eyes rested on the black cat.
“Serus. It has been a very long time since I have seen you, my friend. I hope that life under the golden sun has treated you with kindness. It brings me great pleasure to welcome you back to the Aethereus Palace, Command
