Chapter 26

The noise of roaring feet stamped out of the kingdom heading north with full force. Robert rode faster as the sun shone triumphantly scorching him with intense heat. The sound of birds filled his ears as he rode faster heading toward the Kingdom of Nema.

Leaving the palace, he made sure that no one except his mother knew of his journey. Although he didn’t tell her his purpose for the mission, Robert assured her that he would discuss it all with her once he returned. Ever since Louis and his men left his palace yesterday, he couldn’t get the thought off his mind. A traitor in the palace? He couldn’t believe that someone is plotting his downfall and he must do everything within to hold onto what to him. Never will he let go of his kingdom to another, never!

His horse galloped faster as his cloak flew behind him in dismay. He wore a cape over his head as a disguise. No one must recognize him as he ought to go in and out of this journey. Hours passed, and he began to get to