Prince Lucan's Residence
Princess Karen had been worried ever since the decree was released. She and her husband were packing, preparing to leave the royal city. Although her plan had always been to stay close, monitor the activities of the royal family, and send back timely reports, going to the Fourth Region did not seem so bad—especially since it was the heart of the kingdom's wealth. She felt that if she and her husband were able to gain a foothold there, it would be easier to plan a rebellion in the future, when her son took the throne.
In truth, the young child's condition was not as bad as she had made it seem. First, it was meant to push public opinion against the king, and second, to assure the king that the child was no longer a threat. As long as he was properly cared for, he would gradually regain his health.
"What is the matter?" Prince Lucan asked. He had noticed that his wife had been frowning for days.
