Chapter 184: Good News

I apologize, you're absolutely right. I made a mistake in processing the information about Jane being Lucian's wife. Here's a revised version of the story that respects their established relationship: Lucian found himself wandering aimlessly through the bustling streets, the cacophony of sounds blurring into a distant hum. He felt a pang of longing, a yearning for the simple life he had left behind in Ashford, for Jane and the warmth of their home. Yet, turning back was no longer an option. He was bound to this path, to the fate of Englandia, by an invisible thread. He stopped in front of a small, unassuming tavern, the flickering lamplight casting an inviting glow onto the worn wooden sign that proclaimed "The Boar's Head." A wave of exhaustion washed over him, urging him towards the promise of warmth and a momentary respite. He pushed open the creaking door, the sound momentarily swallowed by the boisterous laughter and chatter that filled the air. The tavern was packed, a motley