Chapter 22

Arisa leaned forward towards the man “Is it alright if Mr. Arden sits in Merlin’s chair, Zephyr?” She asked the man who was reading a book.

“Merlin is with the king, I believe the chair is vacant, your highness.”

“See, it’s as easy as that,” she smiled at Rainer.

Rainer couldn’t help but smile back, it was contagious. It seemed like everything was going perfectly well until a loud voice interrupted.

“Lady Scathach!” A short man shouted. He was barely taller than Rainer’s waist.

“Oh no, it’s Helempo. My guard.” Arisa whispered in despair.

Rainer recognized the man from yesterday. Helempo had traded his orange and blue striped clothes for a tuxedo. His nose was a little sharp and his mood seemed very angry.

Helempo noticed Rainer standing just behind Arisa “You’re that human. What are you doing behind her majesty? Run along now?”

“I have the sudden urge to punch this guy in the face.” Rainer tried to contain his urge through an awkward smile.