Chapter 79

• “Why are you quiet lately?” Karrius voiced his observation, speaking to Skamerius. They were standing close to each other at the sixth-month celebration of the second prince. The banquet was held at the spacious throne room, just as other royal occasions.
• “Huh?” Skamerius uttered distractedly. His eyes were on Muvreus, who was also staring at him across the room. The royal bodyguard was not far away from the queen and king, who was carrying the little prince in his arms, talking with a few new court officials, including the Commander-in-Chief, who was invited to the banquet. General Hild’m left the Fronduro Border to another general.
• “Are you depressed?” Karrius asked.