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
felt terrible when I heard his words. I had never seen Ethan bow his head in front of anyone from the time I knew
up resisting the fate. Perhaps
just yesterday when Ethan still looked
scared. Wherever I am, my soul
regretted spending most of my time arguing with Ethan in past, doubting his love for me. I didn't cherish the time we had
care of you after
pondering for a while, I told him
a long time before finally sighing, "No
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