Chương 170: Oh, how utterly embarrassing if that were true!

Stay by my side, Sophia. Do not venture into anything perilous without consulting me first. Only by letting go of that immense power we can possibly stand a chance to be together. And trust me, it's the only way we can safeguard our future together. Can you do that for me? For the four of us.

— Ragnar

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Ragnar stood, his presence commanding as always. He faced Sophia, his eyes softening as he leaned forward to plant a gentle kiss on her forehead.

"I must leave now. You're capable of managing your duties as Queen, but please, take care not to overexert yourself. Rest if you must."

"My past is marked by tragedy—none of the women who carried my offspring could sustain the pregnancy. You are the exception, the only one who has successfully given birth to my child. Nonetheless, we must be cautious. I couldn't bear the loss of another child due to preventable mistakes."