Chapter 122

Riek's POV

I didn't have this speech in the list of schedules but Conri inculcated it yesterday after our rehearsal. I would have been pricked by conscience if I didn't reunite with Conri, talking about union where both of you are secret enemies of each other.

I try my best in this and soon, the five hours stipulated for it elapses. Two maids bring in bottled water for us to cool and refresh.

"What's the next point of action now?" I ask Conri. I have nothing to do today at home and it would be really boring, glad I have Fridolf here with me. I'm also impressed at his character today, he didn't disturb mom for anything while the rehearsals were going on. He was in the good hands of his aunt-in-law, Rudina, a much better aunt than my very sister, Tala.

Conri looks at me upon my question, smiles and takes a sip of his water. He heaves a sigh of relief. "How about we see my parents and entire family? I asked this earlier."

"Yeah, you did. It is alre