Chapter 364: Sincere Confessions
Elis’s heart raced with anticipation as knocks sounded at the door. A surge of excitement brewed within her.
"I’ll get it," said Rosalie as she hurried to open it.
When the chief maid opened it, Kiev stood tall and graceful on the other side. Though this was his chamber, the Mederian Prince didn’t barge in; instead, he asked to enter as he was thoughtful about his soulmate waiting inside.
Elis, eagerly awaited him, rushed forward. Tears of joy streamed down her cheeks as she flung her arms around the Mederian Prince in a tight embrace.
Rosalie smiled understandingly. All morning, the woman had anxiously rehearsed how to express her gratitude properly, but now, overcome with emotion, those carefully planned words had been forgotten.
Kiev was surprised by the sudden hug, but as he heard Elis’s muffled sobs and felt her tears dampening his surcoat, he held back his questions and enveloped her, one hand supporting her waist, the other gently patting her back.
"I believe you two could use some privacy. Please excuse me. Do ring the bell if you need anything," Rosalie said tactfully, curtsying before walking away and closing the door, leaving the chamber in silence save for Elis’s quiet cries.
After a moment, Kiev pulled back slightly, raising her chin to meet her downcast gaze.
"Why are you crying? Are you sad?" he asked softly.
Elis struggled to speak through her tears.
"I’m not sad," she sniffled. I’m grateful. You healed all my scars. You’ve been so kind to me. I just wanted to thank you, but I..." her voice trailed off, overcome.