Chapter 52

Barlion Great...

I let out a sigh as father concluded the morning council meeting a bit early. I was about to get up and book it but father stopped me.

"Have you thought about my offer?" He asked.

Settling back on my seat, I looked at him. I have been taking some time to think about why father was going this much distance to bother me. There could only be one reason.

If I refuse to do what he wants me to do, then he will not hesitate to pass the throne down to Victor. I just know that father would rather choose my younger brother than me.

He's always favored Victor over me that it's sickening.

"No. I haven't made a decision yet."

Father looked disappointed.

"You didn't hesitate this much when I asked you to marry the Frost girl."

"You didn't ask me to do anything father. You ordered me to."

I watched as father tilted his head to the left, looking at me like I was such a waste of space.

"My offer doesn't stand forever Barlion. I suggest you come to me tomorrow with yo