"Besides, the Inheritors are not to be trifled with. They wield immense power and influence within the kingdom. It would be unwise to refuse their invitation."
I nodded, without a doubt.
She was right, as always. I couldn't simply ignore the Inheritors. I had to face them head-on, learn what I could, and use that knowledge to protect myself, my mother, and perhaps even this world that I was slowly coming to call my own.
But then Ophelia changed to a more important topic.
"So, tell me, Julian. After witnessing the events of yesterday, the sheer talent and determination of those children... has it changed your perspective at all?"
"What do you mean by that?"
I didn't understand what her question meant. Was she testing me philosophically or was it a read in between the lines kind of thing?
She leaned forward with her gaze intent.
"Have you reconsidered your stance on attending Aethel?"
