Darius' POV

I felt the warmth of my father's embrace when he wrapped me in his arms. I closed my eyes and could not help but cry.

"I am so sorry, father," I said and sobbed.

"Shhh, it is fine," he said and tapped my head. "It is not your fault."

I released from the hug and showed him my hands that have stains of blood."Father, I killed one of your guards who fetched me from the park. I was just so angry, so I... I... stabbed him. But I didn't mean it, I swear. It was out of impulse!"

But my ...