Little Tyrant Doesn't Want to Meet with a Bad End Chapter 410.2: Fathers Like Daughters Better (2)

Roel and Alicia quickly stepped forward and respectfully greeted their father.

“Welcome home, father.”

“We’re overjoyed to have you back, Lord Father.”

“I’m home. I’ve kept you waiting.”

“Of course not.”

“Lord Father, it’s our duty as your children to welcome you back from the battlefield.”

Roel and Alicia performed a graceful bow, showcasing their air of nobility. Their movements were so smooth that the spectators couldn’t resist letting out awed sighs. Carter nodded with an approving smile. 

“The two of you have grown quite a bit, though it seems like there isn’t any change in your relationship.”

“Naturally. Alicia has helped me greatly while you weren’t around. She’ll be a cherished family member to me no matter what happens.”

“!”

Alicia widened her eyes upon hearing those abrupt words. She knew what Roel was trying to express, but those words were so reminiscent of a confession that she couldn’t stop her heart from beating fast. 

Roel wasn’t able to see Alicia’s reaction from where he was standing, but Carter was able to see it as clear as day. With a heartened smile, he was finally able to put aside a boulder that had been crushing his chest. 

In the past six months, while most people in the Ascarts’ manor were worried that Roel would succumb to temptation and cast away the silver-haired lady whom he had grown up with, it was the opposite for Carter. The one he was worried about wasn’t Roel but Alicia. 

It was often said that a father would best understand his son, but this adage didn’t apply in the Ascart House. As a non-awakener, Carter was unable to offer any meaningful guidance to Roel, but he was well aware of Alicia’s situation. 

Alicia was the most talented transcendent that Carter had ever met in his lifetime, surpassing his wildest imaginations. Even Her Highness Nora, despite being one of the most talented Xeclydes, was a tad bit lacking compared to her. On top of that, she was beautiful even as a child, and she had only grown more gorgeous over the years. 

To be fair, Roel wasn’t lacking in those two aspects eithe

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