After King Stuar finished about today's night event. King Alexander sighed, a heavy, weary sound. "But that question about the letter we still have been unable to answer. It was delivered yesterday afternoon, hidden deep within a stack of routine reports. It suggests someone within the royal court, or perhaps even someone in Lion Stan's immediate circle, is working against him. It is a terrifying realization, as it means we have a secret ally—but also a very deep, very powerful informant operating in the shadows."
"A snake that can bite both ways," King Stuar muttered darkly. "For now, we use the warning. But Xavier, use your resources. Find out who delivered this letter. Quickly."
Xavier nodded, his eyes glowing with the challenge.
Meanwhile, Gabriel sat in his private study, the morning light doing nothing to soothe the humiliation of the previous night. He slammed his fist onto the mahogany table, the rattle of expensive crystal echoing through the room.
