Handsome Enough

Prisoners Dungeon, Kingdom of Helion

Asura winced as she rose to her feet, feeling the stiffness in her muscles from days of confinement. The stench was overwhelming, but her main concern was for Levi.

Had Princess Katelina's prediction already come true? If so, it meant Levi was in a safe place, known only to... Luis.

The door creaked open, and relief flooded through Asura as she saw her father, Laban. "Look at you, an absolute mess," he scolded, his tone a mix of annoyance and concern.

Asura shrugged, accustomed to her father's lectures. "Come, let's go home. Your mother won't stop pestering me until you're back," Laban grumbled, leading her out.

As they rode in the carriage, they passed the execution ground, where rows of men were being executed. "What's happening?" Asura asked, peering out the window.