The Lycan King's Fate Calling

Sylvia's POV:

When I woke up from my dream, cold sweat had already accumulated on my forehead. The horrible scene had been imprinted in my mind, which made me unable to snap out of it for quite a while.

Rufus didn't wake up, but he was holding me in his arms-comforting me with his warmth.

When I saw him sleeping so peacefully, I felt tears well up in my eyes.

I really didn't want to leave him, but if I stay, he would die.

If it wouldn't end well whether I stay or not, I would choose to leave and let myself suffer alone. At least in that case, Rufus would have a chance to live.

I wiped the tears that had accumulated in the corners of my eyes. Then, I got out of the bed to check Rufus' back. His body was well-built, but I couldn't appreciate much of his features, especially now that half of his back was covered with the ominous black thorn.

My heart sank at the sight of the curse.

up in my eyes again. What did we do to deserve this? Why did fate have to play such a

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let out all my frustration, I quietly went back to Rufus' arms and stared at the ceiling. I felt dull,

just awake and got up from

since I had been making breakfast for him recently. For some reason,

fried egg and sauce on his plate, I asked, "Do you have any plans for the next few days? Are you going to be busy? There's a newly opened restaurant in town, and I heard it's for couples. I've been thinking of

down as he wiped his mouth and told me his schedule

the side and thought for a while. "How about next

be late that day because it'll be my first time to preside over the court meeting for my father, but I'll try my best to come back home as soon

I felt relieved. He wouldn't even be able to spare time to

another time. Your work is more important. You can just accompany me when you're free. I haven't really explored the capital city yet, so I want to go to all kinds of places with

"Alright. I'll go with you

"Okay!"

went to