Chapter 50: Meridian Reforging

Daxton Mabbett nodded and followed Lord Idris back to his quarters. They sat facing each other. "Do you know why Prince Wallace keeps shielding Preston Venters?" Lord Idris asked. Daxton shook his head. Lord Idris sighed. "His Majesty has been plagued by illness for years. At most, he can hold on for a few more. The princes have already started stirring. They're gathering allies and courting every faction they can, preparing to fight for the throne." He paused, his gaze steady. "The Venters family...