Alvaro opened the door to the room and found Kai lying on the bed with his back to the door. He immediately walked closer.
"Kai," he called cautiously. He was sure the young man was asleep.
But Kai was not asleep. The young man immediately turned his head, surprised to find Alvaro there.
"M-Master..." He tried to get up but grimaced in pain. Still, he forced himself.
Alvaro approached, looking at Kai's condition from head to toe. The young man looked battered. He bent down, looked closely, then held Kai's cheek, where the marks of a blow were clearly visible. His cheek was bruised and swollen.
"What happened?" Alvaro asked calmly. He had heard that Kai had been punished, but what mistake had he made to deserve such punishment?
Kai looked down. He remembered Amelia's words. He just shook his head. "It's okay, Master. How is Master Sylas? Does he want to see me? I'm sorry, I can't see him."
