514 Like a Fleeting Cloud

"His Majesty has officially released his warrant."

Gilbert sat opposite Thales. He was grinning from ear to ear as he lifted his teacup and took a gentle sip from it. 

"Presently, the news regarding your return and your appointment as duke has been spreading across every corner of Eternal Star City. A few days later, everyone from all of Central Territory and the entire country will know about this."

Thales was in the living hall, but he was there as the master instead of the guest this time. He smiled in resignation. 

The teenager stood up with the laziness that was present after someone got up in the morning. He leisurely walked to the window.

The first rays of the morning sun shone through the curtains. It lit up the guest room, which was decorated in an inconspicuous manner. It was also very clean, which made it look like it was new.