Chapter 170

I turned around, my eyes almost filled with tears. He walked out of the temple at full strength. Georgia was behind him, my son strapped to her chest. He sighed, “I owe you my life, Rosalie!” I was about to say something, but then my gaze met his gorgeous blue eyes. They were full of tenderness and… emotions I didn’t comprehend. It was as if I was the only one in his whole world. I lost my speech. However, there was no time for small talk. He simply reminded me, “I’m ready!” I nodded and turned back to face the crowd. Raising my voice, I announced, “Everyone! It’s time for us to get going! Follow me and keep your formation. You have my word that we’ll get to the palace safely!” I turned to Ethan, who nodded in confidence. A wave of relief washed over me. It was as if, as long as he was around, there was nothing I should be worried about. “Let’s go that way,” Ethan said, pointing to the northeast. “Maybe we can loop around the enemy and make it back to the palace.” Looking at the direct