Scene CCIX

Even if congratulating the resilience the hawk had demonstrated, Jollveld’s mood became ominous as his hand took the message the bird had delivered. Calling with the clink of bells for the awaiting guards at his doors to give caring orders for the brave feather. Busy… while also unfolding the piece of parchment.

“You have called, your Sovereignty?”

“Tend to this hawk. Feed him and heal his wounds fully. Treat it carefully for it’s the Archduke’s loyal server.”

“Understood. It shall be as Your Majesty instructs.” — Coming closer to carefully take in his arms the wounded creature, the composed knight bowed respectfully, attempting to leave his Ruler’s presence… Solely to be stopped in place by Jollveld’s dreadful voice, that would add another order of further importance.

“… Wait.”

“?? Yes, Your Majesty?”

“Before tending to it… send word to Aslak. Tell him to come see me… immediately.”

“… Is there-”