Chapter 306 - 305. Back Home (3)
The next morning, Dad was more than ready to accompany me to Ryujin Mansion. He practically radiated excitement, and I couldn’t help but smile at his enthusiasm. I liked seeing him happy—especially when the reason was me.
As we settled into the carriage, I sat across from him, fully dressed as Ocean Ryujin, my disguise perfected down to the last detail. Beneath the thick, elegant layers of my attire, I had tucked away my reward—the egg—securely nestled against my chest. Wrapped in a soft, thick handkerchief, it rested in the inner pocket of my vest, close to my heart.
Dad, on the other hand, looked like an eager child heading out on his first adventure. His eyes sparkled with anticipation, his entire demeanor light with an almost boyish excitement.
"Please remember," I reminded him, watching his animated expression, "even by mistake, you mustn’t call me Reina. Address me as Ocean or Baron."
He nodded quickly, a playful smile curving his lips. "Yes, I know."
I observed him for a moment, taking in the tired lines etched onto his face—the slight wrinkles at the corners of his eyes, the faint silver strands in his dark hair. He had always carried himself with quiet dignity, but time had left its mark.
That didn’t sit well with me.
Leaning forward, I reached out and pressed my fingers gently against his forehead. A soft glow emanated from my touch as I cast the Supreme Healing Spell, letting the ancient magic weave through him, rejuvenating both his body and spirit.
He blinked, startled. His eyes widened slightly as a shimmer of blue spangles danced across his vision, disappearing into his skin like stardust.
I withdrew my hand and sat back, crossing my arms over my chest.
He flexed his fingers, examined his arms, then instinctively reached up to touch his face. His gaze darted toward the carriage’s polished mirror, where his reflection revealed smooth, youthful skin and dark hair free of any gray strands.