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Chapter 145 - Pressure

Immediately Lucas finished bowing before the King, he was dismissed with a wave of the monarch's hand, the audience abruptly over as though it had never even begun. He did not linger for another word or gesture, but turned and made his way out of the throne hall. His face remained composed as the guards watched him leave, but within, his mind was heavy with restless thoughts. He strode purposefully, as though the strength in his steps could banish the unease gnawing at him, but the moment he reached the quiet of his chamber, the mask of calm began to peel away.

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