239 A good start

Decan let out a sigh of relief as they returned to the safety of the Convel Society. The journey home had been silent, but the comfort in knowing that Crissa and Cole were back with them alleviated the gnawing dread that was threatening to consume him. He knew that Marcus wouldn't let this perceived slight pass him by without dishing out any sort of retaliation, and it was only a matter of time before the King actually made well with that unsaid promise.

"Did they treat you two well?" Decan asked. The two quickly nodded, making the former king let out a sigh of relief. He then looked towards Aspen, who was carefully monitoring the situation through their security cameras. "Any other problems?"

"Everything is quiet so far," Aspen relayed. "The Princess is right. Marcus wouldn't do anything that could cause her harm."

Decan only nodded at the good news. It was going well so far, and he only hoped that it would stay that way.