DRAMA NOVEL ONLINE Chapter Harmony Amidst Discord
In the rustic confines of the Mistrell Chalice tavern, Agnus slowly stirred on a makeshift cot, his body aching from a grievous stab wound. Rosche and Eamon, his loyal companions, sat nearby, their expressions marked with deep concern.
Agnus winced, his voice weak. “What happened? Why does my body ache?”
Rosche, leaning in with empathy, replied, “You were wounded, but you’re on the mend now. Are you feeling any better?”
Nodding with a grimace, Agnus acknowledged, “The pain is still there, but I’ll live. What about my people? Did you manage to save them?”
Eamon reassured him, “Yes, Agnus, we found your people. They’re safe now, thanks to your guidance.”
Relief crossed Agnus’s face. “Thank you, both of you. You’ve done an incredible service for my people. I’m deeply grateful.”
As the trio conversed, Rosche inquired about the current state of Celestoria. Agnus, despite his pain, shared the kingdom’s recent history, revealing the complexities surrounding the royal succession.
“Celestoria used to be a peaceful land under the rule of King Altair,” Agnus explained. “But tragedy struck. King Altair had a child with Queen Melisandre, who fell gravely ill and passed away. The council urged him to continue the royal line.”
Agnus continued, recounting how King Altair reluctantly took another wife, Consort Rosenda, and bore two sons, Prince Draven and Prince Oberon. The kingdom faced uncertainty as the council debated the succession, with both princes carrying a harsh reputation.
Eamon, intrigued by the political intricacies, asked about the people’s sentiments. Agnus sighed, expressing the widespread worry among the populace, fearing neither prince would be a compassionate ruler.
Rosche assured Agnus, “We’re here to support you. As you recover, we’ll work together to help your people and bring stability to Celestoria. Your knowledge and leadership are invaluable.”
Thankful, Agnus nodded with determination.
As the trio concluded their discussion, the door of Mistrell Chalice swung open, revealing Geran, Davhil, and Eowyn, who had been assisting in the search for Kiryo. Their worried expressions hinted at important news.
Geran stepped forward, concern in his voice. “Rosche, we’ve got news. We found out where Kiryo is.”
Rosche, eager to hear more, leaned forward. “Where is he? Is he safe?”
Eowyn shared the concerning discovery. “He was taken in the palace by a prince named Draven. We don’t know why he took Kiryo, but the locals who witnessed it say it didn’t look good.”
With tension rising, Davhil added, “We’re worried it might not end well for Kiryo.”
Agnus advised seeking an audience with Queen Melisandre for assistance. The group left the tavern, leaving Agnus to focus on his recovery.
As they departed to meet Kiryo, Eamon felt a twinge of jealousy towards Rosche’s concern for a stranger. Trying to hide his feelings, he questioned her.
“You seem pretty concerned about Kiryo, Rosche. It’s surprising how much you care about a stranger we’ve just met.”
Rosche, understanding his concerns, explained, “I can’t help it, Eamon. He seems like he’s in trouble, and I don’t want to turn a blind eye. It’s just the right thing to do.”
Acknowledging her perspective, Eamon sighed. “I understand. We’ll help him. Just don’t expect me to feel as concerned about him as you do.”
Rosche appreciated Eamon’s support. “Thank you, Eamon. I know it’s a bit unexpected, but your support means a lot.”
With complex emotions in tow, they pressed on, united in their mission to help Kiryo, each driven by different motivations and emotions.