Taking Advantage
As Rigel walked in the throne hall, his gaze locked with his father, King Mintaka. The two were in a staring contest until he reached the dais on which the throne was set. Rigel could feel the riveting gazes of all the courtiers as he walked in the middle of them.
When he reached in front of the king, he sank on one knee and bowed to the king, showing his fealty to him.
Mintaka was surprised to see Rigel. His messenger had already informed him that he had come, but the fact that he had come alone was what the king liked. "Welcome back, Prince Rigel," he said in a loud, authoritative voice.