Arthur's Point of View

Pendragon Estate

A very confused and nervous Lucia stood next to a very calm Alwin. “You think you are powerful enough to take down, not only the Priestesses but the entire Kingdom of Lestrania.”

My smirk made his eyes narrow. “I know I could.”

He sneered back at me. “Big talk from someone who was almost killed by my little sister.”

“Fucked up that you would use your little sister in such a way and her attempted murder.” I immediately shot back.

Cassidy stepped in front of me and held up her hands between the two of us. “Now, no need for insults or the language. Why’re ya two here, if ya don’t mind my askin?” She inquired to the two newcomers.

Scoffing, I answered before they could. “Besides trespassing and involving you in political matters?”

Lucia stepped forward. “I asked him to escort me here so we could speak.” She informed me with an uneasy glance towards Alwin. “Although, it would appear that we have intruded as I suspected we would be.”

Alwin went all in and chuckled condescendingly. “This is where his office is. It is impossible to trespass.”

“Did you knock?” I inquired, and he frowned. “Entering a superior officer’s office without permission is against military conduct. You should know better. On top of that, you were eavesdropping, which is also against protocol.” Smirking, I continued. “And I know you’re all about protocol.” He grit his teeth as I gestured to the door with my head. “Show yourself the fuck out of my house before I throw you out.”

“I would love to see you try.” Alwin shot back as he summoned his magic.

Shrugging as Cassidy tried to stop me and Lucia moved to stop Alwin, they were too late. Alwin’s body slammed into the ground as I strolled over to his prone form while Lucia looked on in shock. He was barely able to look up at me with a glare. Smirking, I squatted down to look at him and just shook my head in disappointment.

Poking his cheek, he growled. “You know, when I did this to the priestesses, they were smart enough to teleport away.”

Without further prompting, he took my advice and teleported behind me. However, it wasn’t thought out by any means. Alwin quickly found himself back on the floor as I stood and slowly turned around. A few teleportations went off with the same result every time.

With me still standing, I merely chuckled. “You just don’t learn, do you.” He teleported again, but I just continued talking. “As you teleport about, unable to even touch me, you’re quickly using up all your magic.” As I said that, he fell to his knees panting after teleporting dozens of times. “Leaving you tired and exhausted.”

“How are you doing that!?” Alwin demanded as he heaved.

Chuckling, I merely poked his cheek again. “You made one cardinal mistake when you challenged me.”

“Feel free to enlighten me!” He grunted back.

“The fact that you thought you had a chance,” I stated simply in a bored tone. “I’m far stronger than you. Although, it is amusing you and your sister are more alike than I thought.” Shaking my head, I stood. “How you became the General of Elves is beyond me.” Picking him up by the back of his armor, he struggled. “Please,” I scoffed. “Save yourself the embarrassment and get the fuck outta my house.” Opening a portal, I tossed his ass through.

Cassidy sighed and spoke. “While Ah don’t think that was the best way ta handle the situation, thanks for not hurtin him. Ayda adores him.” She informed me.

“She’s not the only one.” I replied and turned my gaze to Lucia, who seemed conflicted about what just occurred. “You still gonna ask some questions, or are you going to complain about me putting your boy toy in his place?” I inquired.

The portal closed, and she sighed next. “No. Alwin was out of line, and I understand why you removed him. Even if I do not agree with the method, it was effective. I apologize for his actions and overstepping his bounds.” Lucia said with a bow in my direction.

Moving back to my sandwich, I rolled my eyes. “Don’t apologize for him, but make sure he knows you did so. Maybe he won’t act like such a little bitch next time.” Her lips tightened at that. “Now, what questions do you have? I’ve had a long day and would love to be left alone.”

Seriously though. I woke up and immediately had to deal with all this shit in the period of like five hours. How fucked up is that? Cassidy moved next to Lucia and gestured for her to follow as they moved across from me on the other side of the counter. Taking a bite of my new meal, the two women eyed me.

“Despite your claims and other insults, I came here to find some answers about things that are troubling me.” Lucia stated, and I gestured for her to continue. “You have called me Mara on two separate occasions.” My eye twitched at that. “I brought this to both Priestesses, but-“

She stopped at my look. “You did what?” I asked in disbelief.