#Chapter 273: Give Me A Real Task, Nyktos

“No,” Nyktos says. In a flash, his worry is buried behind a mask of calm. He even manages a smile. “Everything is fine. You handled my father perfectly, and I thank you for the compliment to me and my brothers.”

“You’re welcome,” Alaric says, though confusion now twists at his face. “But are you certain? You seemed very upset just a moment ago.”

Nyktos quickly waves it off. “I was merely concerned