James picked Thea up in his arms and walked toward their bedroom.

Thea wrapped her arms around James’ neck.

The night passed by silently.

Early the next morning, James was awoken by the sound of his phone ringing.

He turned around and got out of bed. As he was about to reach out for his phone, Thea handed it to him.

James looked at the caller and saw that the call had come from the King.

He answered the phone. “Has the trip to Durandal been finalized?”

“Yes.”

The King laughed heartily as he spoke, “I spoke to the queen of Durandal last night and mentioned your request. She is pleased and welcomes the elite soldiers of Sol to her country. I’ve already ironed out the details of this collaboration. It’s set to take place in five days’ time. The entire meeting will be held for a week. I’ve arranged for someone to contact you and apprise you of the detailed itinerary later.”

“Alright.”

James hung up the call and set his phone aside.

Beside him, Thea asked, “When are you leaving,