"I see. I truly hope you can stay longer, but if you still have things to do, then I can only wish you the best on your journey," Emperor Raymond said.
"Thank you, Your Majesty," Aldrian replied. "Then I will meet with the people now." He looked at Prince Ferdinand and the two barons.
"Until next time, Your Highness, Your Excellencies."
With that, Aldrian's figure vanished, leaving the emperor and the others behind.
Emperor Raymond sighed as he looked at the spot where Aldrian had just been.
"What a strange young man. Even though we finally know his origin, there's still something that doesn't sit right. Don't you think so?" he said.
He had not directed the question at anyone in particular, so the other three offered their opinions in turn.
"I agree, Your Majesty. Although he said his parents are Aldrey and Irene, I still feel there's a great secret hidden within him—a secret that might explain why someone like him exists," Baron Rosalind said.
