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.

of a

condition, he'll 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 him alone

his dark eyes reflecting the lantern's

with a reassuring gleam.

need to be with us, to be cared for, detoxified of the drug, and have his leg treated. Once he's better, he can 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,

of royal blood, Rafael might tolerate Ryan's initial hostility once, twice,

residing in the estate with

refused to enter the palace as the king's concubine-not

on Ryan. Don't worry about how the people in my estate will treat him. As long as I'm here, no one

Your Highness,"

"You don't need to 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

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