Everyone called out, "Hol. Silver!"

Astrid Silver nodded and headed toward the villa's front gate. But just as he was about to step inside, Orion's guards stopped him.

He furrowed his brow and asked, "What's going on? Won't you let me in?"

In King City, Astrid boasted a reputation nearly on par with Orion. Many even preferred dealing with him due to his youthful vigor.

"Apologies, Hol. Silver," the guard said. "Hol. Thornfield issued orders that no prominent figures from King City or any h