Chapter 13

-Back at the Duke’s estate (Asis)

The tension in the room could be cut with a knife and it was increasing by the minute. Every sound to be clearly heard and the fact that we were beings with extended hearing did not help the situation one but. I have heard the saying that silence could be deafening among the nobility, but I have never had to experience it till this very moment.

Of course, that is a no brainer as I am the eldest son of the ducal kingdom in the kingdom. The pressure that I am currently feeling is immense and it taking every ounce of my sheer will power to maintain eye contact with my father. No matter what happens here, I must never look weak in the presence of Henon and Abel. I must work to uphold the reputation that comes with being the eldest member of the ducal household.

As if my body listened to my inner thoughts, I puffed out my chest and lifted my chin. I could clearly feel the beads of sweat gather on the sides of my face. I bring out the handkerchief that I