Chapter 153

"But I can't bear the thought of you being in such a place!"

Riftan pried her away from him and sat up. The bluish dawn illuminated his broad shoulders. He gazed down at her for a moment, his eyes shadowed, before roughly rubbing his face.

"This is not what I wanted for you when I brought you to Anatol."

"R-Riftan, I… truly am content here. I am your w-wife. I also… wish to be helpful. I-I might not be able to do much… but I am a healer, and I've mastered a few spells. I've grown healthier too. I've managed to make it this far, haven't I? I am not th-that weak."

Despite her impassioned argument, Riftan still looked unconvinced. Maxi was about to pull him into her arms again when she stopped herself, the fear that he might jerk away making her hesitate. Seeing this, Riftan sighed and pulled her into a tight embrace.