"Mr. Dyer, may I know why Prince Tristan has invited me at this hour?" Dustin feigned ignorance.

"His Royal Highness heard you'd returned to Oakvale and is eager to catch up. Today is a beautiful night to have a conversation over drinks," Milton said with his head lowered.

"Mr. Dyer, can we do this another day? I'm truly exhausted tonight and only wish to get back home and get some rest. I promise to visit another day," Dustin responded respectfully.

This statement was not a lie. He had