King's Messenger Arrives

Kael was awake as the first light of dawn crept into his chambers, the golden rays falling across his face.

The events of the previous night lingered in his mind, the conversation with the system made him but more confident about the future as he look forward to a better start.

He was about to rise when a sharp knock at the door interrupted his thoughts.

"Enter," Kael called out, his voice steady but tinged with curiosity.

Gerald entered briskly, his expression serious, carrying a bundle of parchments and with a faint air of urgency.

He bowed slightly before speaking. "My lord, news has reached us this morning. A royal messenger is en route to Vorton Keep as we speak. He is expected to arrive before midday."

Kael frowned slightly as he swung his legs off the bed, standing and stretching. "A royal messenger, you say? The timing is curious. I presume this concerns the King?"