The apology

"She's dea–" Valen's eyes widened in shock before a smile found its way to the corner of her lips. "Dad!" The excited Valen pulled on his father's black suit. 

Maverick lowered his eyes at his excited son. Although Valen wasn't beaming, his eyes were enough to tell Maverick that his son was happy. 

Just how deep has Jeslyn's root dug into Valen's heart? He just told him that Mulan was dead and Valen didn't show much concern but with Jeslyn he… 

Maverick let out a soft sigh. It seems that what he married Jeslyn for would soon be accomplished.

Maverick brushed his son's black hair with his fingers. His hair looked beautiful. He wondered if it was done by a servant with Jeslyn's conviction.

Alas, the man wasn't aware that Jeslyn was the talented barber. 

"Ah," Valen exclaimed softly and hurried out of bed. He approached the telephone and made a call to the kitchen.