Preparations After Eight Weeks

A few weeks later, the duke greeted Keith as he pointed at the seat in front of him. 

"You finally found them…." the duke said as he looked at his kids and his concubine who were all standing behind Keith.

Keith shook his head, "Nah, I was the one who got them abducted. Are you gonna complain now?"

The corner of Duke Waverly's lips twitched slightly but he still kept up a smile, "I already had my suspicions. I'm happy as long as they're back…"

"Your part of the deal, Duke. Ten Thousand soldiers in exchange for the people behind me."

"Everything is ready." The duke said and nodded, "Please don't force me to switch sides now. I can give you my soldiers but I do not wish to withdraw my support for the second prince."

Keith nodded as he sat down on the sofa, "Understandable, but can you tell me why you wish to stay with the second prince?"