Chapter Eighteen_How Could He Call Himself The Tull Monarch, If...

Three Years Later.

Third Prince Dan and Lord Rein overcame their burdens, and gave faithful service in the Temple of Deep Reflections.

Therefore, after the imposed three years were completed, they were formally released from their duties in the temple, and sent home.

The Head Priest wrote a glowing report about them, and had it delivered to King Ernai, a week before they were permitted to return.

King Ernai welcomed his third son and his best friend, lavishly entertaining them in the Palace, but his real intention was to find out, whether their stay in the temple had influenced them in any way.

It was not that he did not believe the words of the Holy Head Priest, but he knew these two men.

They could manipulate anyone, and twirl them like wool at their fingertips.

So he had to be doubly sure.

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