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."

sense that he felt like one foot was already in the grave. Such sadness was like bowing down to

I heard his words. I had never seen Ethan bow his head in front of anyone from the time I knew him. He always believed that he had the

up resisting the fate. Perhaps his days were truly

just yesterday

my hand and softly said, "Laura, don't be scared. Wherever I am, my soul

sobs. I was so sad that I felt my heart shatter into pieces. I regretted spending most of my time arguing with Ethan in past, doubting

Rufus to take care of you after I'm

After pondering for a

long

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