Chapter 549: Ajax in Danger
Alexander brought Hughes out. He was invisible at that moment. He did it because he didn't have enough confidence in him that he wouldn't run to hug his daughter and wife.
But, when little Elicia started crying, even Alexander started feeling bad. So, he made Hughes only audible and visible to her.
"Go and talk to your daughter. Just tell her that you will not be coming home for a while and to keep everything a secret. Just make her think this is a game and promise to keep a secret." He told Hughes.
Hughes, who was already crying rivers, ran after her. He stood up in front of her and spoke, "Look at me Elicia, it's your dad. Shhh... don't make noise. No one other than you can see me. Dad is on a secret mission. I will return to you and your mom soon, so don't worry. When I return, we will all go on a big trip and have lots of fun. Till then, can you keep me a secret?"
She meekly nodded, but her heart was at ease. "I love you, Daddy,"
"Aw... I love you too, my cute daughter. Okay, bye, take care." He forced himself to say goodbye and left. But, there were no tears on Elicia's face now and it was reassuring to his heart.
He returned to Alexander's side. "That was painful."
"Don't worry, when all this is over, I will give you a huge bonus. Enough to retire and live happily for as long as you want." Alexander suggested.
"Ah, that would be nice. So, what will be my task now, General?" he asked.