Lord Marshall's Daughter

Theophilus' POV

The rest of the journey to the palace was marked by silence. It was as though we were afraid to talk less we attract any more arrows. When we arrived at the palace I was escorted by Theo only through a rather secret corridor. I believe this part of the palace was unknown to most people. I had practically grew up in the palace and this was the first time I was seeing this place.

Theo led me to a room and when the door was open I saw my father seated on a chair and the Alpha across him. They appeared to be in deep conversation and did not hear us enter.

“Your Majesty,” I greeted Cyrus and when he looked in my direction his face lit up with a smile.

“Theophilus! Come here!” he said excitedly and we embraced. I was happy to see my friend.

“Father,” I said to my father but he only hummed in response, barely acknowledging me. I knew the man loved me greatly so I was not bothered by his half-hearted response I was only glad to see that he was alive and well.

“Hope you learned