Chapter 70: Her Ex-betrothed, Not Her Betrothed
Silently, Kyren descended the stairs with his long legs and scanned the ground floor. Once Anna had fallen asleep, he could finally leave his wife momentarily.
At the dining area, he spotted Rafe and Eric conversing over coffee. After finishing their duties, both men enjoyed a small chat. The commander motioned for the healer to follow him, and they left the inn.
The cold night wind brushed their faces, bringing the salty taste of the sea as they walked through the shady area. The sound of the owl hooting and the crickets chirping could be heard nearby.
Once they reached a secluded spot away from prying eyes, Rafe inquired, "What’s the matter, commander? Is something wrong with the lady?"
"She’s fine. She’s asleep now after taking Ayden’s medicine."
"Then, what is it about?" the healer asked again.
"I know what’s causing her fear."
Kyren revealed that it was linked to a shipwreck and shared the story he had learned from his wife.
Rafe was surprised and exclaimed, "No wonder she was so terrified on the boat!"
"We must take action regarding this matter. Anna insisted on sticking with the planned schedule and transportation. She told me she wanted to face her fear," said the commander.
"She displays a strong will to overcome her trauma, which is commendable. However, it won’t be easy," the healer acknowledged.