The Man's Decree

Jared sensed that something was amiss when he came to Crimson Palace. The ladies were all staring intently at him, seemingly angry. That confused Jared because he did not know.

what he had done to cross them. Though he had no idea what was going on,. their intense glare made him panic.

Instead of explaining anything, the ladies merely continued glowering at him, making him all the more anxious. In the end, Renee broke the silence. “Jared, I heard you’re going to Seneris. Jared nodded. “That’s right.”

“And you’re going to Ice Bear Island?” Lizbeth. asked. “That’s right.” Jared nodded again. “You’re leaving tomorrow?” came Cecilia’s question. “Yep.” Jared bobbed his head one more time.

“Why didn’t you tell us that you’re going somewhere fun? Why aren’t you taking us with you? Have you forgotten about us? Do you have a heart?”

for you, but this is the way you’re treating her?” Lyanna snapped at Jared, her anger boiling over.

no idea Ice Bear Island even existed. “I haven’t been there either. I want to see what that place is like…” Millie gave Jared

Take me there!” “I want to go too!” “Me

moment. “I’m just going there to explore the ancient ruins, not to

exploration of the ancient ruins. It’s not as if we’re a burden to you. Everyone here

but this trip is really dangerous. It won’t be convenient to bring you

looking down on us ladies! That’s

the end, he relented and inclined his head. “All right, come along with me. However, you have to listen to me when we reach there, and don’t wander off by yourself. I don’t have the time

upon Jared’s acquiescence. They were so overjoyed it was

merrily. He was fearless in the face of strong opponents, but