Chapter 45 - Warning
The sun rises from the horizon by slowly spreading its rays on the Drayce Mountains. Soldiers are starting their day with more enthusiasm and energy making the atmosphere lively.
"Come on everyone, let's eat. Breakfast is ready"
"Hey, did anyone count the Dragon Eggs? Any new count?"
"No Won, the count is same"
"Aioo, Did you hear this our baby boy is getting married"
"Party.. Party.."
The shouts and the squeals of soldiers filled the whole place making it a comfortable workplace. Everyone is doing their tasks with dedication, celebrating other happiness, sharing their joy and sorrows making the Drayce Mountain a home for humans and animals.
Amidst their laughs and shouts four mighty dragons landed. Simon, Bratton, Cayden and Ethan arrived at Drayce Mountain. Ronald insisted on coming with them but Simon reprimanded him from coming as he needed more rest.
Glen was already waiting for their arrival and greeted them before taking them to the soldiers' tents.
Soldiers who were present at their tents stood up and greeted the Lords before assembling in front of them in order.
Simon glanced at everyone before speaking "I hope you all are already aware of the accident"
"Yes, Lord" Soldiers shouted in unison
"Good, We got to know that one among us tried to harm us but to be fact there are no concrete proofs. I believe you all are treated well in this place and we entrust you all with dragons. But it doesn't mean there will be no black sheep among us"
"I want the one who tried to harm my family to come forward and admit your mistake. If we find out, the consequences will be severe." Simon added with a cold voice which in still fear in soldiers.
Simon observed each and every single one before saying "And one more thing, this time you offended not only the Dalton family but also the royal family members. Remember that and get ready for that."
"I hope everyone knows what will be the punishment for going against the Royal Family. Not only you, your whole family will be impacted. Think wisely" Ethan smirked.
Everyone knows about the punishment and also the capabilities of powerful people standing in front of them.
"We will give you time for today. If you come willingly and admit your mistake the punishment will be less but if you still dares to play games then go ahead" Bratton stated firmly.
"If anyone knows any kind of information about this matter, they can come to us and they will be rewarded hefty." Cayden offered.
If there is a culprit in between them he will fear to come out and wants to wait for the situation to escape or get help from their master, but if someone knows about the culprit and doesn't want to be involved in this matter remain quiet as they fear it will impact them.
No one in this world does something freely, they need something in return and hence Cayden added the reward to not let any loose ends.
After saying that the lords left the place to look around and to complete their rounds. Soldiers sighed in relief as it was suffocating to stand in front of the four intimidating people.
"Dismiss" Glen ordered and left the place.
Glen was in deep thought after knowing the situation. He checked the injured dragon and he remembered the time when princess fed it something. He was the one who saw the princess and had a doubt but he doesn't want to reveal it here as he doesn't know whether she is the culprit or not.
If an ally from the princess listens to this, his life will be in danger. If she is not the culprit then he will be blamed for damaging the reputation of the Royal Family.
Glen sighed in dejection as he needed some time and perfect situation to inform the Lord. He wants to help them even if it is just his speculation as the lord's treat them like their own family.
In Dalton Mansion, Ivy was curious about the Gavon background. So he went to Ronald's study room to get information about the Gavon.
"Brother," Ivy knocked on the door before entering.
Ronald, who is working on some documents, looked up and invited "Ivy, come."
Ivy smiled and walked towards him and asked "Am I disturbing you?"
Ivy saw the row of documents placed in front of him and thought that she came at the wrong timing.
"No, Not at all. Sit down" Ronald closed the document.
"Are you sure?" Ivy inquired.
"Yes, want some water" Ronald stood up and poured some water from the flask and handed it to Ivy.
"Thank You" Ivy took the water and had a sip.
"So, What brings you here?" Ronald probed.
"What are these documents? Can I help you with this?" Ivy looked at the pile and thought of helping him. She is not aware of their family business and her conversation with her father also did not happen after coming to the capital.
Both of them became busy and barely got time to discuss these details. Ivy also helped her mother for her age ceremony matters and learned few things about the noble families and how to behave.
Surprisingly, Allora taught her so much in a short amount of time. Ivy felt proud of her mother and took her as inspiration.
Ronald wasn't surprised by her words as he is now little bit aware of her talents but shook his head in denial "It's okay Ivy. I will look at them later"
Ivy nodded her head in understanding, she will help him soon once she had a discussion with her father if this is in her range.
"Then we have a guest yesterday right, Lord Gavon" Ivy started.
"Yes, What about him?" Ronald asked.
"I want to know about him." Ivy stated.
Ronald brows creased in confusion "Why?"
"I am curious about him. He is General of the Shadow Army but I felt that he is beyond General, because as I heard from our mother the title Lord won't bestow on others until they do something for the kingdom and also his last name is not of royalties. I hadn't heard that last name in this kingdom" Ivy stated her reasons.
Ronald listened to her carefully and nodded his head "Yes, you are correct. He is not only the General but also the shadow of the King."
"Lord Gavon has another name Shield of the King" Ronald stated.
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