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There was a crowd outside Bridget’s bedroom. The ministers. The people of Mercer. They are all waiting for the good news of the birth of the prince, even as they made happy jubilation noises at the victory of Mercer in the sudden war that erupted. King Leonidas walked past them and entered the bedroom.

Bridget’s face was one of relief as they all turned and saw the king. “My king! Thank the gods y