Babysitting the Princess

(Kaelen’s POV)

I answered the call “Hello, Dad.”

“Kaelen," came the deep voice of the King.

Relief and nerves mingled in my chest. “How are you, sir? And how’s Mum? Thalia?”

“We’re all well. Your mother is preparing for a meeting with the Supreme Council, and your sister is… being Thalia,” he said, the corners of his voice hinting at amusement.

“Sounds about right,” I chuckled.

“How is the task go