Chapter 1705

Sebastian had just finished the ritual with the apricot-yellow flag and was about to relax when a rhythmic knock echoed at the door. "Who is it?" His voice was laced with vigilance. "It's me, Luna," came her soft reply from the other side. He frowned slightly and pondered the reason for her unexpected visit at that hour. Slowly, he stood and opened the door. Luna hurried inside. Her expression was slightly anxious, and she said urgently, "Sebastian, I've come to ask you to keep our affairs a secret and not a word to anyone else." Sebastian nodded solemnly. "Don't worry, Your Grace. I'll keep my word." Biting her lip, she continued, "If this gets out, the consequences would be unimaginable. I trust you know what's at stake here." He said earnestly, "Rest assured. I won't let anything slip." Luna hesitated momentarily before adding, "One more thing—Elias has sent someone to summon Mr. Gustavo from their main castle. If everything goes according to plan, he should arrive soon, and