150 SAVE THE PROVINCES

Before leaving, Zoe didn't fail to examine the prisoner's condition and gave instructions to the servants that were attending to them.

"I hope the physicians and nurses are here too to check on them." Zoe thought out loud as they went outside.

Raigon's face turned gloomy at the mention of the physicians. 

But he won't let Zoe notice or she might be bothered by them too.

"You did a great job even without them."

He uttered instead, which made Zoe feel appreciated with her efforts once again.

It's not that she was expecting an award from her benevolent acts. But for her it feels good that someone noticed her unselfish efforts to help others.

They were already on the horse when Zoe asked him. "Does this mean that I'm free now, sire?"

"Not yet." Raigon responded in a short manner.

Zoe pouted her lips. 'This man is very strict.'

"I wonder if I can ask you a favor, your Highness?"