Laura's POV:
I turned my head in surprise. Ethan was awake.
I felt flustered. "When did you wake up? Did you hear what the doctor said just now?"
Ethan gave me an unguarded smile. "Yes, I heard him, and honestly speaking, I'm not surprised. This day was bound to come sooner or later."
With a sigh, he continued, "From the moment I heard the news of Leonard's death, I felt like the end of our era had arrived. I've been a strong man all my life. I've fought numerous battles. I've devoted my entire life to the people of the empire and never lived a single day for myself. I'm tired and it's time for me to step aside. The only person I feel bad for right now is you, Laura. I know it's too late to make up for my past neglect, but I do want to spend my remaining time with you."
this, I got the sense that he felt like one foot was already in the grave. Such sadness was like bowing down to
of anyone from the time I knew him. He always believed
up resisting the fate. Perhaps
my tears anymore. It seemed like just yesterday when Ethan still looked so young and possessed the
hand and softly said, "Laura, don't be scared. Wherever I
pieces. I regretted spending most of my time arguing with Ethan
still have Rufus to take care of you after I'm gone. That brings
I heard this. After pondering for a while, I told him about my conversation
remained quiet for a long time before finally
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