AT THE FOOT OF THE EAST MOUNTAIN SIDE

NIKO'S POV

The journey to the East Mountain began early in the morning. We were accompanied by Maxwell, General Erastus together with Cedric and Fabain, and one hundred army guards. Silas and Talon were left behind to manage the affairs of Sith Castle.

"Your Majesty, High Highness Louis said he would send a guard to meet us at the foot of the East Mountainside. "Maxwell.

"I bet Grandpa has something up his sleeve" I chuckled and watched the way Cedric remained throughout the journey. Five hours later we arrived at the foot of the Mountain, regrouped, and set camp as the army guards each took their spots.

"Master Cedric, your silence is killing all of us" Advisor Maxwell spoke up.

"He is strategizing" Fabian chuckled "He has always been like this".

"Let him be "I spoke up as I decided to walk up the mountain to think.

"You are finally here" I heard Grandpa's voice boom around me and my steps faltered.