275 Fight together

"Yes, you are right. I am the northern duke." Although I had guessed this could be the case, I was still shocked to hear it from his own mouth. I stood there unable to respond when he sighed.

"My cousin, the son of my uncle, was saved by his men. I am fighting his battle for his rights. The position was his and he should gain it." he replied and as if on cue a lady brought a boy of a young age. 

"Alex, come here and Greet your aunt." The boy was around 12 or 13 years old. He smiled looking at me and then bowed his head.

"It is my honor to meet you, your royal highness." my eyes softened as I looked at his innocent face. Though he was a survivor of war. He still has that naive and cute face.

"I am glad to meet you too, Alex." I ruffled his hair as he looked at me with shining eyes.

"Would you have a meal with us, my lady?" His voice was filled with hope and I looked back at William who nodded his head.