*Aspen*

I sat on the sideline, holding Mordecai's hand onto my arm. It was not hard to keep up the act, as every time I saw King Lucas attack Rilian, I lunged forward in desperate need to help him.

"Thank you, Mort…." I grumbled angrily to Mordecai, who kept me still.

"Just watch," said Mordecai, firming his grip

King Lucas locked his eyes on Rilian's, tightening his grip around his son's throat. I watched as Rilian coughed and blood ...