Chapter 20: Sword Abyss

"Father, that girl Leila Ullithorn is too stupid. If she really goes to the Eastern Palace, she'll only embarrass herself." Cole Yoder had only just returned to their temporary lodgings when the little prince came over to vent. The swagger he'd worn before was gone. He kept his head lowered, all meek and obedient. "Do what you're told," Cole Yoder said, his gaze icy. "I already told you. Talk properly." "I did talk properly…" Chase Yoder muttered, lacking conviction. "Then rein it in," Cole...