Mrs. Marsh's Revealed Identities novel (Jennifer and Ivan) novel Chapter 1778

Chapter 1778 You Have Been Fired

The king personally cut the steak, his movements gentle. Upon hearing the news, he showed no surprise, not even lifting his gaze. "I know," he said, his voice eerily calm.

Rowan was taken aback. "How did you know?"

"The court physician told me," the king raised his gaze. "He came to me yesterday and complained that you had beaten Taylor badly. He didn't know the reason, and neither do I."

The father and son locked eyes, but instead of blaming him, the king's eyes held a hint of amusement, a sight that surprised Rowan.

This left Rowan puzzled. What did it mean?

"Father," his son's magnetic voice was deep as aged wine, "why didn't you ask me? We met seven times today, didn't we?"

The middle-aged man smiled, retracting his gaze to continue cutting the steak, his tone casual. "Because I don't want to know the reason. Why should I ask?"

Such a response caught Rowan off guard.

The father said, "We are all adults. We should handle our own conflicts. I think it's good. Only a three-year-old would need a father to mediate."

After the shock, Rowan felt deeply moved.

His father's actions also considered Taylor's feelings, completely easing Rowan's mind.

As the father and son dined, the king deliberately changed the subject. "Have you reviewed the procedures for the inheritance ceremony day?"

"Duke Byrne has already sent detailed information to my email. I have reviewed it, and I also had a pleasant discussion with him about the unclear points."

"Good." The son's composure and stability made the king feel relieved and especially reassured.

Prince Taylor had taken medicine three times, recovering beyond Catherine's expectations. In the morning, he struggled even to get out of bed, crying out in pain. But by evening, he could move freely around his room and even turn over in bed.

Without the obvious pain, his happiness returned.

That morning feeling was too torturous! Unforgettable!

In comparison, his mood improved significantly.

As night fell...