Eldric's POV

“It was my sixth birthday, and my father held a grand ball for me. Everyone from the kingdom and the neighbouring villages came,” I breathed, and my chest tightened as I relived the pain.

It was as fresh as if it happened just yesterday, and that pricked my heart more. It was a memory I would never forget; it would forever haunt me for the rest of my life.

“Are you alright?” Lyanna asked, and I nodded stiffly.

“Coincidentally, that was also the night of the full red ...