Chapter

[Don't read for now. I'm still sick, so this will be released today or tomorrow. I'm sorry...]

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eee t h ose words, Malcolm retreated back into his chamber, leaving Alaric alone in the corridor with a heavy heart and a growing sense of urgency. The emperor knew he needed to act fast - Carlton's health and whereabouts were too important to delay any longer.

As he strode through the palace halls summoning servants and royal guards alike to join him in the search, Alaric's mind raced with possibilities. Where could Carlton have gone if he was feeling unwell? Had he truly sought out physician for treatment? Or had something more dire befallen his empress?