章節 217: Scene CCXVII

Indifferent to the coldness she wanted to convey, Jollveld did not mind the sarcastic reply. Proceeding to tell what was left. — “… His absence will be long. Months… maybe more… it could take him years to solve what the earth is scheming and finaly allow him to return... I promised Aslak to protect and care for your well being during his absence. Therefore… even though my falling into madness is not of concern to you… if there is any concern about your stay here, do lose them all. To me, you are part of my family and blood now… I am to keep the promise made to my Cousin and brother.”

“… I appreciate it.”

“…”

The lids of the woman had already lowered to ponder blankly on the information the King had shared. Lost in the time unreasonbly passing by, for the supositions while ignorant of the whole circumstances were confirmed in their entirety.

‘… Years… It could take him years to return if the earth has mercy…’