201 [Bonus chapter]EIGHTY TWO: The Emperor’s Taste

The man pulled his hood down, revealing silver hair and golden eyes.

"Quickly, please follow me," he ordered, reaching out to take Kel's place supporting the king.

Kel gasped when she saw the unmistakable features, but Adriell spoke first.

"Fahim!" the princess blurted, tearing up.

It was the first time that night she'd shown any emotion.

On the other hand, Kel felt a little disappointed that the man wasn't Taegus. She'd heard nothing of her friend since her squad's awkward dodge of the subject, which led her to believe the worst.

This man's presence only added to her anxiety concerning Taegus's fate.

"Your Highness!" the man, apparently named Fahim, returned Adriell's excitement. "It is an honor to see you again."

"Take them to Halseva port in Pandreia," Calix ordered, interrupting the happy reunion. "Put them on a ship, and make sure they never set foot on this continent again."