Taisiya, the Duke's close friend and confidante, or was it something much more? Yes, it was so much more.

She was becoming desperate. After looking around the castle some more, she secretly sought information on his whereabouts, asking if they had seen him.

Nothing. She needed to see him, and it was clear he was not there. She recalled the voting at midday, a crucial event that could determine the future of the Kingdom.

Taisiya's shoulders relaxed slightly, but she was not yet convinced, leaving her with only one choice.

With no other option in sight, she resolved to visit his home, her determination tenacious in her quest to find...