Donovan glanced at the emperor of Astania with a frown. "Your Majesty, can you give me more time to think about this? I still can't process all that has happened so I hope that you can give me enough time to sort my thoughts."
When he heard of Arcientus's death, Donovan was deeply shocked. He thought that they could turn things around after he had gotten the military support of Veronica, but the news of the Harunian emperor's death left him devastated. He didn't know what to do.
Arcientus was more than just his emperor. He was like a brother to him, a close friend, and a confidant.
Hearing his words, Emperor John Phillip Astania's smile vanished and was replaced with a cold look. "Donovan, I understand your situation, but I am giving you a chance here. You know that I have the power to annihilate you and the Veronican army you are so confident of. Stop testing my limits and give me your answer."
