章 249: One Step at a Time

Kaelix helped Eirik out of bed with gentle hands, steadying him as they made their way to the bathing chambers.

Inside the bathing chambers, Kaelix carefully adjusted the water temperature, ensuring it was warm but not too hot. Eirik stood nearby, leaning lightly against the edge of the stone tub, his expression distant but calm.

Kaelix turned back to him and extended a hand. "Come," he said softly, his voice filled with tenderness.

Eirik placed his hand in Kaelix's, letting the older prince guide him into the bath. The warm water enveloped him, drawing a soft sigh of relief from his lips. Kaelix knelt by the tub, rolling up his sleeves as he dipped his hands into the water to gently wet Eirik's hair.

Eirik closed his eyes, leaning into Kaelix's touch as his hands moved with care, washing away the tension that had settled over him for days. The quiet intimacy of the moment brought a small smile to Eirik's lips.