Duty

When Prince Nicien arrived at the palace, he went to the King's working chamber right away. As per his request, King Hamon also summoned the Crown Prince, and soon enough, the three men were present in the chamber with Nicien and Alerone sitting on the King's left and right respectively.

"The situation in the southern border has grown serious," Nicien informed the King and the Crown Prince who was listening to him keenly. "I have received a report about the movement of the Hezian Army. Soldiers are constantly dispatched in small batches and now, the number of soldiers on the border is more than acceptable." He paused to let his words sink in and added, "I have a feeling that the Hezian King wants a war."

"Hezia is not even that strong right now," Crown Prince Alerone promptly said. "This doesn't make sense."

"That's what bothers me," Nicien seconded. "But I don't think the situation should be ignored."