Capítulo 213: This feels... Wrong

After the messenger was sent to Zephyros, King Xavian and Theron wasted no time in continuing their journey back to the capital. The procession began its slow march toward the capital.

King Xavian led at the front, his imposing figure radiating authority as he rode with a stoic expression. Beside him, Theron kept pace, his face grim, his thoughts visibly elsewhere. Behind them, Sadiki walked, his hands bound and his head bowed. Guards flanked him on either side, their hold firm but not unnecessarily rough.

Ella and Theo stood at the border, watching the group fade into the distance. Their reactions were starkly different.