Chapter 354.1
His protective tendencies had escalated to an extreme degree. Were it not for the active season, he might have never strayed far from Eugene’s side, his watchful eyes never leaving her for a moment. Instead, he had explicitly entrusted the role of vigilant guardian to others. The moment Eugene so much as cleared her throat, physicians would swarm to her side in an instant.
There was a time when she attempted to spare them the inconvenience by refraining from summoning the physicians. But on that particular day, palace attendants had been summoned before the king, resulting in a stern rebuke that left them in tears. From then on, she had obediently followed the instructions offered by those surrounding her.
As a loud bang echoed in the distance, Eugene couldn’t help but smile, her eyes following the azure smoke as it unfurled across the sky. She knew that a report of her encounter with the physicians would reach her husband as soon as he returned.
Moving to the sofa, she settled in and waited for Kasser to return.
Anticipating Kasser’s imminent arrival, Eugene’s ears perked up as she heard the telltale sound of a cough outside.
“Your Majesty, His Highness is here,” a voice announced.
“Please, let him in,” she replied.
The door swung open, granting entry to Kasser. The two maids who had been patiently waiting inside made a discreet exit before the door clicked shut once more. Without hesitation, Kasser took a seat beside Eugene on the sofa.
Eugene extended her arms towards him, and Kasser gave her a brief, reassuring look before enfolding her in his embrace. Her laughter bubbled up as she felt the slightly damp touch of his hair against her fingertips. After a hunting excursion, Kasser never failed to take a bath before visiting Eugene. Some days, he even indulged in multiple baths.