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.

hair and used it to adjust the wick of a lantern. The small flame flickered,

he'll need me for at least two or three more years. If our marriage is to proceed, I'll need

calm, his

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 him. Regardless of what he chooses, I'll

needed to find a way for Ryan to lower his defenses and accept

Rafael might tolerate Ryan's initial hostility once, twice, or even three times. But if it persisted,

also residing in

this time, but the king's edict was unavoidable. Now more 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

Ryan. Don't worry about how the people in my estate will treat him. As long

Your Highness," replied Carissa,

keep thanking me. Aren't you tired of saying that all the time? I know I am. Just get some rest. We'll need to set out early tomorrow." "Alright, I'll head back now. 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.

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