After Two Years (5)

As Emor Tripas requested, Hanson followed him to the nearby pavilion and they both took a seat.

"You know I don't have much time," General Hanson said to the Nardodian King and in contrast to his words, his tone remained formal. "My wife and son are waiting for me."

"I want to apologize to you, General," Emor Tripas promptly said in an evidently nervous tone. "I've always wanted to do that but... I never dare. Maybe because I'm not sure if you would be willing to listen to me."

Hanson Lorin maintained his silence and Emor continued, "During my time here in Qalagon, you were the one who trusted me and treated me with kindness. I'm grateful for that, General."

"It's right for you to be grateful that I trusted in you," the General said in a somewhat cold voice and added, "After all, you used that trust to raise your fallen kingdom and for the doom of Qalagon."