As soon as Connor said those words, the mood in the room shifted.

Ryan stood beside Carissa, awkwardly fidgeting with the hem of his garment. There was indeed a scent about him. Every time he returned home, he had to soak in the medicinal bath Sebastian prepared. He had grown accustomed to the smell, and so he thought it had faded. A quiet feeling of shame rose within him. When he had been a beggar, the most frequent insult he had heard was, "You stink! Get away!"

Carissa squeezed his small hand, brushing her other hand across his cheek. "I like the fragrance of the medicine."

Ryan lifted his eyes, finding solace in his aunt's warm gaze.

Right-wasn't it just a few remarks? Was he really so fragile that he couldn't handle that?

He smiled at her. He didn't mind what others said.

Kylie noticed Victoria's expression darkening and quickly stood up, pulling Connor over with a stern look. "Who taught you to speak like that? Apologize to Lord Ryan."

Connor raised his chin. "I won't apologize to a beggar."

As soon as those words left his mouth, he felt as though the ground had vanished beneath him. Before he could react, two sharp slaps landed on his backside, making him wail in pain. "Hold back those tears!" Rafael snapped, gripping him firmly.

No matter how spoiled Connor was, he was still just a seven-year-old child. Rafael's stern demeanor was too much for him to bear.

His large eyes filled with tears as he

hardening. "Apologize, or I'll have your uncle tell your

quick glance at Victoria, who calmly

prince bit his lip, turned, and ran off without even bowing to Victoria before

slight

Majesty, please take

forced a smile. "Please, stay seated. When you have the time another day, come and

cast a look at Rafael. The coldness in his eyes almost made her lose her composure. She quickly averted her gaze and hurriedly left

immediately rushed

tightly,

both concern and

sister being here,

have taught

herself.

ever going to be fit to be the crown prince?"

obediently walked over. "Your

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