The others also heard Lancelot recounting the tale of Alaster. The room remained quiet for a while as everyone processed what they had just heard. The story had not been easy to listen to, especially for those who had once trusted Alaster and believed that he had started his journey with good intentions.
"I didn't know he was such a man." Duke Osantra spoke with a frown, and then added,
"Power really corrupts everything!"
He had supported Alaster through everything. In fact, they even had some familial ties through the late Duchess. Still, the man had severed everything in the span of a moment without giving it a second thought.
"Thank God it's finally over."
"I have been having nightmares since the past few days about what's going to happen. Finally, we can have some peace."
Rathlos also nodded his head. The tension between his brows finally relaxed, and he leaned back slightly in his chair. For the first time in days, his shoulders did not look as stiff as before.
