The Return

[AlphaWolf215]

His face fell a little. It was not the response he had hoped for. Still, it wasn't outright refusal

It may be a risk worth taking...

Michelle slowly began to speak

Prince James... You know I must advise against-

No, no, it's fine Michelle.

Victor, I'll be honest with you. The government hasn't decided on a course of action yet, and as I'm sure you understand it means my hands are tied, but I made a commitment, twice in fact. Once, when I graduated from the East New London Officers Academy, and again the day I became Prince.

I made a promise to protect this house with all the power available to me, but frustratingly even I am limited sometimes.

He looks Victor dead in the eye

That, is why I need you.

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