Chapter 11. Grrr
It is with deep regret and pain that I write the events of the past half hour. Arien’s Minya was sent to deliver our latest report to the king and queen, and returned with horrible news. The castle has yet again been attacked, and King Roylance was killed. The queen was injured—she probably won’t live much longer—and sent tidings that the crown has passed to me. Though I am still prince until the crowning takes place, I am fully in charge of this kingdom.
I’m beside myself with grief. King Roylance has been a father to me these past few years since my escape from my father, Ramantus. Queen Ara Liese played an immense role, alongside my own mother and Arien, in helping me to change who I was becoming, to prevent me from following in Ramantus’s footsteps. What am I to do without their guidance? Oh, how I wish I were with Arien.
Right before we received word that the king had been killed, Aldo contacted me. He informed me that the Key of Kilenya is now in his possession. I’m not sure how he got it, or from where. I’d nearly forgotten the myths and legends surrounding those artifacts of olden times.
He instructed me not to attempt to contact him for a while longer. He’s in a very dangerous situation and will not be able to communicate. He says he’s seen the princess from a distance. She still hasn’t given birth to our child and appears to be healthy. Oh, what a relief!
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