High King

Eloy did not know what it means to be a High King. He really had no idea about his Queen mother's duties before she died. Apparently there were many.

"Apaa, I am of no royal heritage. Will the people accept-

"I am no royal either, Eloy. Royalty, it is not in the blood, but in the attitude. You handle them well and they will bow before you, listen to you," said Shikhar.

Eloy nodded.

"You will join me, won't you?"

"If you wish it. I always find such political meetings boring. But I can aid you," said Shikhar.

"The family head's duty-

"You are the family head, Apaa. I am your family member. No matter my position, that will never change. If you don't agree with a decision, it will not materialise. That can't be changed. Just because the emperors are married now doesn't change anything," said Eloy.

"I have been telling him the same. I am glad you are trying to talk sense into him," said Rishi.

Shikhar looked at Rishi who gave a small smile and brought Shikhar into his arms. Shikhar nodded