James and Jakel were surprised to stumble upon each other in the morning outside, along the open corridor to the Warriors’ Study.
“Oh, are you supposed to see Captain Scarlet, Lord Jakel?” James started first. He was slightly relieved to see a familiar face in this foreign part of the palace. He went out earlier to ensure he wasn’t lost and arrive late.
But seeing Jakel made him realise that the Lady Captain wasn’t just expecting him it seemed.
Jakel was alarmed.
He did not expect to stumble upon one of the suitors, especially this early on. Ah, he should’ve considered the possibility. He was already worried if he made contact with Captain Scarlet, since if it wasn’t for General Collins, there was no reason for him to be here.
And he couldn’t simply say he was going to see General
