Chapter XXVIII

Keith took a seat on a bench down in the servants' quarters. The hallway was empty, and he took advantage of the silence to explore his thoughts. He did not have much time to think about the recent events as he was busy with training and learning the palace protocols. The king is his brother — his twin — but how was that possible? Keith lived his entire life in a tiny house in the village. He was surrounded by a small and poor family. He started working since he was a child as his parents could not afford their meals alone, and they needed more hands to bring more coins. While he was suffering to help his family, Kenneth was leading a fancy life in his palace, eating the best food, and having the most beautiful women by his side — and killing whoever he desired. How could they be brothers if they lived separately — and differently?

Keith was still under shock not only because Alec told him he was the king's