Theron's POV

The door creaked open, revealing a young messenger, and he was nervous to interrupt the King. I could see the concern in his eyes as if he had interrupted.

The King's expression hardened as he regarded the interruption. I felt Lara squeeze my hand and gave her a small smile, quickly returning my focus to the unfolding scene before me.

"Very well, send him in," the King sighed, his tone hinting at annoyance.

As the messenger stepped aside, I wondered what Prince Alex had ...