Thassasalin left the garden with a sense of resolve solidified like a coral reef amidst the tumultuous currents, but the weight of responsibility pressed heavily on his shoulders. His thoughts were still tangled with the complex politics of Atheroceanis, and Diana's words about being prepared for the worst lingered in his mind. He quickly returned to the royal chateau, swimming purposefully through the coral-lit corridors, his mind focused on finding his sister, Aquifera. As the second prince of Atheroceanis, it was his duty to ensure the safety and well-being of his family, especially in times of crisis.
Spotting Aquifera conversing with a group of courtiers, Thassasalin approached her. "Eldest sister," he spoke, his voice steady yet laced with concern, "may I have a word with you?"
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