Staring at his guilt-stricken sister, Crown Prince Linus opened and shut his mouth again as if he was hesitating to speak the words that were on his mind. Then after a while, he finally grabbed Rizelle on the wrist and pulled her towards the couch. "Let's sit down first."
The Princess followed her brother without saying a word and they sat down on the same couch, right beside each other.
Many things crossed Crown Prince Linus's mind as he debated what to say. It wasn't easy for him. He had lost his best friend after all.
"I have no intention to let this matter slide, Rizelle," he finally spoke up and his voice was surprisingly calm. "No matter how long I would have to stay here, I will make sure to see the culprit being punished."
"Linus -"