Vol. 14 Ch. 9: His Coffin

Felix lay on the bed as though he were sleeping.

But Felix would never open his eyes again, nor smile at Isaac.

The only people in the room were Dr. Arthur, examining Felix's corpse; Duke Clockford, watching over it; and Isaac.

The room was too quiet. The only sound was the faint rustle of Dr. Arthur's clothes.

At length, Dr. Arthur covered Felix's body with a clean cloth, then turned to Duke Clockford.

"I have confirmed the death of His Highness Felix Arc Ridill."

Even after being told of his grandson's death, Duke Clockford did not waver. His cold, expressionless face, as he looked at Felix's corpse, showed no grief—not even pity or sympathy.

"Tell everyone in the household that Felix survived. However, we cannot expose the scandal of the Second Prince falling from the roof. Impose a gag order, and tell outsiders that Felix is suffering from a serious illness."

"Yes, understood."

Even at a time like this, Duke Clockford cared only about appearances. As Isaac quietly seethed over that, the duke muttered bitterly in a low voice...