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.

to adjust the wick of a lantern. The small flame flickered, casting a warm light over

or three more years. If our marriage is to proceed, I'll need to bring him to your estate with me. I

calm, his dark eyes reflecting the lantern's

with a reassuring gleam.

arts training. Or if he doesn't want to do either, that's also fine. We can still take care of him. Regardless of what he chooses, I'll treat him as my own child."

and accept

once, twice, or

Helen also residing in the

than ever, she refused to enter the palace as the king's concubine-not only would she be unable to care for Ryan, but even seeing him would be

Just focus on Ryan. Don't worry about how

you, Your Highness," replied Carissa,

head back now. I wouldn't want Ryan to wake up in the middle of the night and

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