103. Think Carefully!

Mary Kesley could easily guess where Riley Mackenzie was headed.

She shook her head, "You can't go in there, Riley."

Riley's eyes were perfectly wide. In a disappointed tone he asked, "Why can't I?"

Mary sighed and explained, "A royal identity card is required to go in."

Riley could only complain, "Why is it so difficult?"

"The rules are like that. But, don't worry. Once you have the card, you can enter the royal library whenever you want," Mary explained.

Riley smiled wryly, "I can't wait. I really need that information today, Mary."

"Well, then you'll have to bury your curiosity," Mary retorted.

Riley gave an exasperated snort. "It's not about curiosity, it's about knowledge that might help in the war."

Oh, instantly Mary found it difficult to deal with the son of her mother's best friend.

The girl clucked her tongue and said, "Riley, you're just an aspiring soldier. You don't need to do that. General Reece is already thinking about it."

"I know, but I still want to help. Maybe this