Chapter 512: Vera’s stories
"It happened not long after the second prince of the Atria Empire, Prince Wilmar, started the civil war," Vera said.
"Wait, before you tell your story—Evin, come here," Aldrian said, stopping Vera as he looked at Evin with a warm smile.
The little girl that her eyes full of admiration, obeyed and walked toward him.
When she stood in front of Aldrian, he gently picked her up and set her on his lap. He stroked her head a few times, which made her feel comfortable and close her eyes. Before long, her breathing settled, her body relaxed against his side, and her head leaned on his chest. She seemed to have fallen asleep.
"My lord, what are you—"
"You don’t want your daughter to hear something unpleasant, right? You can tell your story more freely this way," Aldrian said, cutting her off.
She fell silent, then sighed as she looked at her sleeping daughter’s face and nodded.
After a few moments to gather her thoughts, Vera continued.
"My husband, Evin, and I live in a town within the territory of the noble Zurk family—one of the families that support Emperor Raymond. We knew our town would be one of the targets."
"Moreover, my husband, Rachter Vicanton, is important figure. He’s the heir to the Vicanton family, a merchant house with significant influence in the Atria Empire, second only to the Golden Swan Commerce."
Hearing the name of the husband, Sylphia narrowed her eyes.