Chapter 341.1
Aldrit’s initial impulse was to dash towards Lima with haste, but he quickly reined in his emotions, settling back into his seat. He inclined his head toward Eugene and Kasser with an apologetic tone, “Forgive me. Seeing someone I cherish so deeply momentarily overwhelmed me.”
Eugene inquired, curiosity tinging her voice, “Are you two very close?”
Aldrit nodded, a faint smile playing on his lips, “Yes, Your Highness. Lima is my cousin.”
Eugene probed further, “Have you two been apart for long?”
Aldrit’s gaze grew somber as he replied, “Indeed. Our tribe roams without a fixed destination, but we maintain strongholds across the world. These serve as meeting points for exchanging news. I’ve grown increasingly anxious over the past few years, for I had received no word from Lima.”
Aldrit subtly conveyed his fear that Lima might have met an untimely demise. Among the wandering tribes, it was customary for members to visit a stronghold at least once a year. Consequently, any wanderer unaccounted for at a stronghold for over three years was sadly presumed deceased, and a simple funeral was held in their memory.
Eugene’s face lit up with genuine joy, akin to reuniting with a long-lost friend. She couldn’t deny that her original motivation for requesting Myung King’s aid regarding Lima was to further her own agenda. However, her concern for Lima’s well-being, particularly because of her connection to Aldrit’s tribe, had grown even stronger. She yearned to save her, not just for political gain but out of genuine empathy.
“You two must have so much catching up to do. While it may be challenging to find ample time for each other, don’t worry—I’ll be patient. Feel free to go and greet one another,” Eugene suggested with a warm smile.
“No, Your Highness. Now that I’ve seen her safe and sound, we can delay our reunion. I must attend to pressing matters,” Aldrit replied resolutely.