Chapter 185

"I've learned that it's better to keep you in my sight so I can stop you from doing the next reckless thing."

It was the day of their departure. Riftan mumbled this gloomily as he watched Maxi climb into the carriage.

Maxi's face flushed. It appeared that Riftan was half-terrified of what she might do if he were to leave her behind. Frustration simmered in his eyes, but his face was as cold as an iron mask. This whole affair had kept him tossing and turning all night, contributing to him being more short-tempered than usual.

"Nothing good ever came from leaving you behind. For my sanity's sake, I'll keep you where I can see you."

Instead of firing back, Maxi sat down and nodded meekly. Riftan narrowed his eyes, then bent to wrap a fur coat around her. Despite his anger, he took the time to ensure her safety, firmly securing the charcoal-filled iron brazier onto the carriage floor and sealing the windows against the wind.