Her Majestic Battle Cry

Chapter 1267

Carissa and the others had already taken over Fernbrook Villa.

There was hot water when they needed it and clothes were provided, though they were a little short. To avoid inconveniencing Rafael, Everett sent someone to find a set of proper clothes that would fit him.:

Rafael was soaking in the bath, while Carissa was scrubbing the dirt off his body and washing his messy hair. Tiberius was someone who knew how to enjoy himself. The fragrant shampoo he used worked wonders. After scrubbing for a while, one’s hair would become extremely soft.

But Rafael was a different story he was far too dirty. It took three changes of water before he was properly clean. Then, Carissa gently helped shave off his stubble, revealing the handsome face beneath.

Rafael looked at her face, which had become much thinner, and his heart nearly broke. He realized she must have been struggling with worry these past days. If he had known, he would have sent her a letter to ease her mind.

Since the new clothes hadn’t arrived yet, he had to make do with Tiberius‘ garments, which were a bit too short. But with some socks to complete the look, it at least appeared tidy enough.

The two of them stood close, wrapped tightly in each other’s arms. Rafael’s voice was hoarse. I didn’t know you’d come. I didn’t expect Kyle to think something had happened to me and to go to such lengths to gather everyone.”

“I’ve been so worried since I didn’t hear from you. I’m glad I came. At least I could see you sooner,” Carissa murmured, snuggling against him. The warmth of his body pressed against hers erased the anxiety and restlessness that had clung to her for so long.

“I won’t let anything happen to me. I’ll be careful, always,” Rafael whispered, pressing a burning kiss to her forehead. His arms tightened around her, as though trying to merge her into himself. “You won’t ever have to worry about me.”

in front of everyone, and he felt both heartbroken and touched. She was always very reserved with her emotions, so in the past, he would hold back

of great importance to her–he wasn’t unimportant, but he hadn’t believed

cry in front of so many people, he realized just

was an annoying interruption

Everett called, “but duty calls. Once you’re done cleaning up, come out

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Chapter 1267

the insistent knocking, he

there, visibly irate. Upon inquiring, Rafael learned that no one had wanted to disturb the newly

door.

an embarrassing situation, so

upon himself to question Tiberius. He learned that these private soldiers belonged to Yuvan, and Tiberius was responsible for covering up and transporting

from any wrongdoing, but Everett wasn’t looking for a confession at the moment. They had bound Tiberius and planned to deal with him properly when they returned to the capital. When they reached the Supreme Court, he would be forced to

discussion ensued, with no one certain whether these men were bandits

raised his hand to silence