Chapter 24

Zeidan has just picked a black belt with a golden design at the center to wrap up his dressing. His mind wandered back to what had ensued between him and Lyne and he asked himself if that isn't what he has always wished for. A woman who is after his peace. Luana strode in and he noticed how she slowed her pace as if to assess the new look of the room. He looked back at her and he couldn't miss the pain she forcefully swallowed before saying anything. "So, she was right?" She muttered. "You were saying?" "Nothing." She looked up at him and forced a wry smile. "I was just wondering what's up with the change all around. I mean, first, the King was covered in dust, and now he's the all-caring that isn't even bothered by his room being tampered by someone who isn't worthy." There was a tone of disdain in her voice that he couldn't miss. "I think we have a more important thing to discuss other than Lyne. Let's get to it, shall we?" He waved her off and slipped into his coat while leadi