—-[♕] He feels only cold apprehension as a swirl of violet and white approaches. He has spoken to Sinbad once or twice since arriving, though a certain feeling in his chest tells him that the man should be avoided for now. Will King Sinbad hold Hakuryuu to the debt accumulated in another realm?
No, it’s not mere apprehension, he corrects himself. It’s regret. He sees the man’s broad smile, the same smile which greeted him after Kouen’s alleged execution. Its outward warmth, perhaps, belies a certain venom.
So, the King shall receive a frigid welcome in return.
“Ah... King Sinbad... I was just heading home.”
A light sigh punctuates his words.
“Is there something you need from me?” [♕]----