Scene CXLV

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Long strides, determined to reach the study where his cousin had agreed on meeting him were given in inward good mood, while the Archduke's outer appearance conveyed danger with his clean yet scowling demeanour.

Wearing the garments used at the north, a high neck closed coat was worn with simple silver decorations down its centre in a black marine blue by the savage nobleman. Covering his shoulders in a prominent cloak of beastly dark fur, carrying his weapons on his back and leg, showcasing lavish prestige to those guarding the corridors of the Zaarmideos Kingdom's palace.

The familiar gates to a study were finally in sight, and uninterested in talking to the guards before it, Aslak ignored their futile attempt to halt his strides, bursting with ease the doors to speak with the relaxed king.

*Clank!*

"!?"

"I've come as agreed. Talk quickly."

"Well, Greetings cousin... Aslak, you're the only one who dares burst into my study like this… what's the rush?"