It has been years, even since Empress Adaliena whom he served as Imperial Secretary, that he has set foot in these wings of the Castle. He smiled at the guards who he did not recognize, even though there were years he was here every day.
My dear fellow, at ease please. Could you announce Imperial Duke Anthonis Philippe Nicolas de Ligne Borgia who is here ready for service.
Anthonis sat down and waited for a known face and hopefully some keys.