Chapter 244

Once the boy had fallen into a deep sleep, Carissa went to find Rafael and showed him the note Ryan had written.

The prince's expression was complex as he read the note. Did he resemble those thugs who had beaten Ryan? Perhaps so. After years on the battlefield, he had developed a certain harshness.

Rafael sighed deeply. "We'll take it slow. I'll try to be more gentle.and smile at him. more often."

Ryan needed healing, both physically and emotionally.

"You've worked hard throughout this journey," Carissa said.

Her gratitude towards Rafael was beyond mere words. However, there was something she needed to clarify.

wick of a lantern. The small flame flickered, casting a

need me for at least two or three more years. If our marriage is to proceed, I'll need to bring him to your estate with me. I can't leave

handsome face remained calm, his dark

with a reassuring gleam.

continue his studies or go for martial arts training. Or if he doesn't want to do either, that's also fine. We can still take care of

his defenses and accept Rafael. Otherwise, how would they coexist under the same roof in

Ryan's initial hostility once, twice,

Helen also residing in the

refused to enter the palace as the king's concubine-not only would she be unable to care for

about anything else. Just focus on Ryan. Don't worry about

Your Highness," replied Carissa,

I wouldn't want Ryan to wake up in the middle of the night and be anxious if he doesn't see me." Carissa stood, gave a slight bow, then left. Rafael didn't sleep. Sitting cross-legged on the bed, he pondered how to

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