Sophien fell asleep while Keiron watched over her as a knight. After suffering from the pain in her heart, she passed out, but her expression was calmer than ever.

He didnt yet know whether this had caused her to break free from the Altars influence or whether she had been freed from her God-given destiny. He didnt yet know. However, in the eyes of Keiron, the Emperors knight, at least his masters face was peaceful now. Full of confidence without worry or concern, the smile she wore was bright.

It is a smile that Your Majesty has never shown before.

A smile that was neither too dark nor too light. Simple like other ordinary humans on this continent, simple beauty like wildflowers swaying in the wind along the roadside

Who is it?

Then, a voice came from behind. Keiron looked around. Epherene had returned to the Sanctuary. Her eyes went wide as she noticed Keiron and Sophien lying on the floor.

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