Chapter 84

“Master Aldus!” Beryl called when she saw the man's face clearly. “Do you know him?” Lyra asked her. “Yes,” Beryl replied. “He is a respected member of the royal pack, and he was once Julian's teacher.” “Let's get him out of here first,” Lyra said, looking around. They were in an open place, and anyone who passed by would see them. Helping him up, they led him behind a building and out of sight. “What happened to you?” Beryl asked, using her flashlight. His clothes were bloodied from an obvious beating. “The king tried to ask me about sensitive secret information, and I realised he is the Rogue King Nile. I had my suspicions before, but I wasn't sure. When he asked me about things His Majesty definitely knows, I realised my suspicions were right. I tried to expose him with a few questions, but he realised I had discovered his true identity. He tried to force me to give him the information he wanted, and when I refused he ordered my execution.” He looked from Beryl to Lyra. “I owe you t