Chapter 37: An eye for an eye

In the Kingdom of Valeria;

King Darien was pacing frantically in his courtroom. He has never been this anxious before. He counted every second that had passed since his soldiers had left. He wondered what was going on. Deciding to cool down, he sat on his throne patiently, waiting for some news.

Assistant Clinton was outside of the courtroom. His hands were sweaty and clam. He was terrified of entering the room, since he was about to give the king some horrible news. With shaky breaths and trembling legs, he went in.

"Finally some news. What happened? Have the men arrived?" Asked king Darien. He had a serious expression on his face.

"Y-your h-highness, i-l'm afraid I have terrible news." Clinton stammered. King Darien shifted uncomfortably in his throne. "What is it? Speak Clinton!" His voice boomed.

"A-all of the men are dead! They set a trap and.."

"What do you mean by they are dead?" Clinton felt himself swallow a hard lump. "Someone informed Devon and they planned a counter-attack