Meanwhile, at the castle gates, Julius and his entourage were walking out in haste.

After they left the castle, Everett spoke up, "Grand General Rhys, Eloise, and her son are truly ungrateful. Are we simply going to let this matter slide?"

"Of course not, but we can't act too overtly either. Most commanders of the Black Dragon Army are loyal to the monarchy.

"It won't be advantageous for us to start a conflict," Julius replied, his eyes narrowing.

"Then, what should we do?" Everett asked