C298 THE NEWS THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING

‎The Young Prince stood his ground in the middle of the yard, his boots set firm on the stone. He did not move at all as he looked the North King in the eye. The wind was bitter, pulling at his heavy cloak, but he felt as solid as a wall. Behind him, Aria was a quiet presence. He did not need to turn around to know she was there; he could feel her warmth near him