The Lycan King's Fate Calling

Laura's POV:

Afraid that Rufus would be suspicious, I deliberately snapped at him with a straight face, "You said that as if I have never cared about you. You've always been so distant and cold since you were a child. I still remember how you always kept to yourself and wouldn't talk to me. But thankfully, I have Beryl to accompany me now. Do you have any problem with that?"

"No, not at all. Since you want Beryl to stay overnight with you, then fine. I will allow her to spend the night at your place." After that, Rufus didn't say anything more and continued to work.

I breathed a sigh of relief and carried Beryl in my arms, ready to leave.

The young girl rubbed her eyes and asked in a daze, "Where are we going, Grannie?"

"We're going to Grannie's palace. You'll sleep with Grannie tonight." I gently pressed my cheek against Beryl's adorable face and coaxed her softly.

Beryl cheered up a little and agreed obediently, "Okay, then I will tell you stories tonight."

tell me stories." I stroke Beryl's head lovingly. I loved her so much. How I wished she could stay so I could watch her grow up and give her

Crystal, I felt guilty separating

have to wait for an opportunity to visit the

him. I could sense something off about him, as if he had noticed something wrong. Not wanting to strike up anymore conversation with him, I took Beryl back to my place as soon

Beryl didn't seem to be bothered.

a swing installed in the backyard because I knew Beryl loved

was big enough

by side, and the maids

In contrast, she was so

a long time. I was mostly surrounded with either old people who revered me or young people who were terrified of

having a great time, Beryl reluctantly returned

and told me stories, but each tale ended with an unexpected twist. For instance, Snow White was actually a dark crow who intentionally got close to the prince for revenge. And the human to which

were all dark and dreary. Did Rufus