Just as expected, in less than a few minutes, Beckett arrives in the courtroom. But he does it alone. I understand what he is trying to prove. A man entering the territory of another man, without weapons or men, only means he comes in peace. That is the message and it’s well understood.

He takes a seat closer to Kael. I'm already seated on my throne.

I lean to my left, my fingers brushing my chin hair as I gaze at him. “It’s been ages, Beckett. I thought you were no more.”

“I know you don’t wish death for me, Arkon.”

“But I do wish it on your brother.”

“Everyone...