"My Lord, do we return immediately?"
Those were the first words out of Oswin Calder's mouth as they stepped out of the castle, the massive gates slamming shut behind them. Theodore had just finished his audience with King Orion and a private meeting with Ava.
Theodore shook his head. Northguard had a new anchor now. The Stoneheart Horde was assuming full administrative control. While Theodore remained its Lord in title, his actual authority was limited.
Of course, the benefits the Horde provided were maximized to compensate.
The weight he had been carrying for so long finally lifted, leaving him exhausted. He had been trudging through mud for years; now that he was free, he needed to catch his breath before he could start running again.
Be ready at all times. The Stoneheart Horde never wastes talent.
