Chapter 32
The two who had been bickering stopped talking and turned their heads as they sensed the presence of Namgoong Cheongun and Seolhwa.
At the sight of Seolhwa holding her father’s hand, their smiles stretched so wide it looked like they might split their faces.
Seop Mugwang, who looked ready to bolt forward, was held back by the Chief Steward.
After glaring fiercely at each other for a moment, Seop Mugwang snorted and took a step back.
The Chief Steward gave a faint smile and stepped forward to stand before Seolhwa.
“I pay my respects once more, Lady Seolhwa. I am Namgoong Mun, Chief Steward of the clan.”
Though he greeted her with formality, his gaze—looking down at her—dripped with honey.
“Hello, Chief Steward Elder. I’m Namgoong Seolhwa.”
“Please call me Chief Steward Grandfather. That’s what you used to call me.”
“Yes. Chief Steward Grandfather.”
A flicker of regret crossed Namgoong Mun’s face.
“I regret not being able to watch you grow up by your side. Time can be so cruel.”
