The news from the villagers was urgent, but Kyle had been expecting something like this. As he leaned back in his chair, he clicked his tongue thoughtfully.
"So Clertion made its move earlier than expected."
He wasn't particularly shocked by the attack itself. In fact, he had been preparing for the eventuality for some time.
What caught him off guard was the timing.
Clertion should have been focusing all its attention on the Grand Duchess Amanda, especially if it believed her to be a threat to their sovereignty.
That they had chosen to strike the village instead could only mean one thing.
"They know she's here. That can't be a coincidence. There must be a spy among her people."
Sasha said grimly, reading his thoughts. She had been standing quietly in the corner, but now her fists were clenched.
Kyle nodded.
