And visiting every town, every estate… stacks of paperwork, ledgers, reports, council meetings, council meetings about council meetings…
Not that I hate seeing the people. It's fun watching the Armand folk smile, kids laughing and running wild, everyone fed, nobody left hungry or begging. That's what I want for Arjam too. A place where the children aren't starving, where the people can live and laugh without fear.
But…
My freedom… sob sob…
Giiihhh! It's a guarantee now! Damn it.
That dried plum managed to win again! Father, with his damn brilliant plans. No matter how much I scheme, I can't outmaneuver him. Every time I think I've slipped away, he's always three steps ahead.
He let out a long, theatrical sigh, gaze drifting upward, searching the sky for answers.
Javier's restless thoughts were shattered by a loud squawk from below.
