Chapter 143

• “King… I understand your pain,” he said gently, almost hesitantly. “But I think… I think we should meet August. We can’t wait any longer.”
• Ahyoka didn’t reply immediately. His jaw tightened, eyes filled with worry, guilt, and a father’s helpless love. He just nodded — a slow, heavy nod that carried the weight of everything he felt but couldn’t say.
• Without speaking another word, Ahyoka turned and walked out of Alora’s room. His steps were firm, but his heart was breaking with every one of them. Edric followed him quietly, glancing back at Alora for a brief second, silently promising her that he would not let anything happen to her.