441 The King And Sophie

"Yes. That's what I want," said Eloise seriously.

Leland had expected Eloise would continue to take advantage of him and her requests would grow over time, if not granted then she would threaten him with Anne's soul stone.

Leland really had to put his anger aside. He looked at Eloise with a flat expression.

"All right," he said, giving his approval easily. "However, I don't understand one thing."

"What's that?"

"You are a great witch, you can protect yourself and your children. You don't need to be protected by anyone," said Leland slowly and seriously.

Eloise chuckled. "Is that a compliment?"

Leland shrugged. "I don't know. You tell me."

Elosie wiped her lips with a napkin. She rubbed her belly and spoke with a smile. "I may be powerful, but I am not the most powerful. There will be people who are stronger than me and they are out to get me."