Chapter 37: The King's Anger
Surprisingly, the morning sun had barely risen when the royal palace filled with so many steps.
The king was simply sitting on his throne, his fists gripping the carved arms.
Waves formed on his forehead like an angry ocean, making him look and feel like he was full of anger.
"She dares," he growled. "She dares miss my council again?!"
The courtiers kept their heads bowed. None of them dared speak Nadeira's name, not while the king's rage was burning so openly.
"She thinks herself above me. That girl…protected by sea creatures, whispering to nobles behind my back…" His voice rose on purpose, shaking the chamber. "I will not be mocked in my own court!"
One brave advisor cleared his throat. "Your Majesty, perhaps she was ill. Or—"
"Silence!" the king roared. "Ill or not, she will answer to me. And I will not wait long."
The king showed no patience to Nadeira, and a weird gossip already reached his ears
