{"Opportunities don't happen, you create them."}
When I arrived home, I was met with an unexpected sight, royal guards standing rigidly at my door. My gaze swept over them before settling on the man who had undoubtedly summoned them. Lord Marcel stood in waiting, his dark eyes scanning me with unreadable intent. I clenched my jaw, gritting my teeth as I approached.
"To what do I owe the pleasure of your visit, Lord Marcel?" I asked, keeping my voice even.
A slow grin stretched across his face. "You have yet to give me an update on the mission I assigned you."
I gave a curt nod and stepped past him, pushing the door open. "Come in."
He followed, his black robe sweeping the floor as he moved with an air of effortless authority. As I shut the door behind us, the guards remained outside, standing vigilant.