Chapter: 382
Theor, who was fiddling with the teddy bear, asked in surprise, “Why is it just me and Grandpa?”
“I have to stay in the capital because I have work to do.”
“Is it important?”
“It’s very important.”
Astelle will stay in this mansion for two days, hiding Theor and the marquis’ departure.
Kaizen ordered Astelle to attend the ball.
But he didn’t tell her to bring Theor too.
He had allowed Theor to return home a few days ago, after which no orders were issued regarding Theor’s whereabouts.
Astelle was going to follow Kaizen’s orders thoroughly.
She will spend time at the mansion as if nothing happened and attend the ball as ordered.
By then, Theor was already on his way home.
Theor said sadly, “I also wanted to stay in the capital more.”
Astelle smiled and said, “When we go back home, let’s make Blynn’s house in the garden. And a theater company will come. Then……”
“Yeah! I want to go see a play!”
The word of a play energized Theor again.
Astelle smiled and hugged Theor again.
Although she was calmed by the familiar warmth, her heart ached at the reality that her child had to leave her in a few days.
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The day before departure, as scheduled, they went for a picnic in the capital city’s park.
The party was Astelle, Theor, the marquis, and Hannah.
The marquis got off at the downtown area near the park.
The remaining three were scheduled to return after spending time looking around the park.
“Where is Grandpa going?”
Theor leaned out of the carriage window worriedly.
The marquis stroked Theor’s head before leaving.