After successfully escorting the drunk Arlan back to his guest mansion and ensuring that Slayer, who was drunk with just one fill of alcohol, made his way back to his room after, Drayce finally returned to his awaiting wife.
Drayce appeared drained, not physically but mentally, thanks to the exasperating banter of his two intoxicated friends. Their audacity in questioning his manhood due to his delay in consummating the marriage left a deep furrow on his brow.
If Arlan and Slayer were not his friends and were not drunk, he would have strangled both of them to death.
Seren, who had been patiently waiting for his return, observed his somber demeanor. She gracefully rose from the bed and approached him, concern etched across her face. "Dray, what happened? Are you alright? Ahh... Dray..."