Chapter 996

Although the main reason why Hesper wanted to go with him was to find her father, she genuinely wanted to go through and overcome those challenges with him when she said so, and she was truly not afraid. Looking at Hesper’s sincere gaze, Rickard took her into his arms. "Okay, we’ll go together." Feeling the difference between Rickard and his past self, Hesper felt a little guilty. She knew that her words had caused Rickard to feel that he had been firmly chosen but she had her own agenda in mind too. ‘I’m sorry...’ Hesper sighed inwardly, then closed her eyes. ... When the next day came, Hesper said goodbye to Matthew in a hurry. Although Matthew was a little annoyed that he was the last to know about this trip, he would support Hesper no matter what she wanted to do. In addition to that, it was better than being cautious and on guard at the Lanes manor all day every day, looking out for those bastards who wanted to kill her. "Will you be back home to celebrate your birthday?"