Last Day?

"Don't Worry, Her Highness! I will accompany His Majesty."

Sebastian assured from behind in his calm and formal tone, startling Aylin and breaking the train of her thoughts. She sighed loudly as she shook her head positively.

"Hmm… I hope everything will be alright at the border."

Sebastian was in a hurry to leave. He passed the note to Aylin as he answered, "Go back to your palace, Her Highness. We will meet soon."

"Take care."

***

The moon was ever the mistress of human emotions, so thought the bard. And tonight, she was showing her wicked mirth.

'Long Time No See, King Richard. I am in the Fort of Sol to be the guest of Arcelia. Let's have a cup of tea together while discussing politics.

Come soon before I get bored and begin to play with the imperial guards.

 -Odin Hale.'