At Zephyra's Prison Fortress…
Eve felt as though her heart was being crushed right now after seeing Alaric's condition. The royal physician was treating his wounds.
She slowly approached the prison cell and entered. With his remaining strength, Alaric gazed up to see her.
"Eve…" he uttered, clenching his fists.
He had mixed emotions about this. "You shouldn't be here. Why are you here?"
Alaric slammed his eyes shut while gritting his teeth.
Eve could no longer hold it. She embraced him in her arms as she started to sob.
"I'm worried about you. I thought I would never see you again…"
Eve buried her face on his chest as she hugged him tightly. Her body was trembling in both fear and relief.
"I'm so glad… you are alive…"
Alaric shook his head. He felt ashamed to face her.
"Forgive me, Eve. I failed you. And now, I put you in danger. I should be the one protecting you. But here you are… saving me."
