Chapter 1038

As Hesper stepped out of the courtyard, she took a deep breath to regain her composure. If Rickard had known all along about her hidden agenda and chose not to expose it, it meant that he was allowing her to do as she pleased. On this secluded island, there were still things that remained a mystery, and she was unaware of what Rickard had been concealing from her. She needed to remain calm. In this place, her influence and power were far inferior to Rickard's. If she were to leave him, it would pose a question of whether she could still establish herself on the island. Despite it already being September when she arrived, the island maintained a perpetual spring-like climate. "Rickard, can I still trust you?" Hesper contemplated, her mind filled with uncertainty. * Rickard was unsure of what Hesper was currently thinking. Furrowing his brows, he glanced at the time, feeling somewhat worried. If Hesper truly decided not to return, should he go after her? But if he were to do