"Duke Vile, is it?"
I spoke while looking at Iris and expecting for an explanation. Seeing my gaze, she nodded and spoke.
"Duke Vile hold the northern border which sides with Eldoria Kingdom. He is one of the 7 dukes of the country."
"From my observation he is quite shady, but without evidence we can't move against someone who hold high authority in country. He is also tried to propose marriage during the time of Royal Father."
"Royal fathers also harbor doubts regarding them. He doesn't want to force his children for any political marriage."
Iris explained some key point about some alliance and other stuff. While she was speaking about her parent, I can see hidden sadness in her voice. Well, I can somewhat understand her feeling of getting separated from their loved one. So, I hugged her startling her.
Ember ignored our flirting and spoke with a clear disdain.