As breakfast neared its end, King Richard's request for a private discussion with Kai set the tone for a serious conversation. Kai acknowledged the king's summons with a nod and followed him to his office. Once inside, Kai took a seat while his father settled behind his desk, regarding him with a mix of curiosity and concern.
The king began cautiously, expressing his observations about Kai's recent behavior, “What is happening, my son, with you, as I notice that your current behavior is starkly different from your usual one?”
Kai couldn't help but smirk at the irony of the situation. "Different how?" he quipped, his tone tinged with sarcasm. "Maybe because I decided not to put up with anyone's bullshit anymore."
The king's brows furrowed in consternation, taken aback by Kai's uncharacte
