The Lycan King's Fate Calling (Shawn Gibson and Sylvia) novel Chapter 1012

Laura's POV:

Crystal's call for help came as no surprise to me. On the day Crystal came back to the capital city, I had thought this might happen, but I didn't expect things to turn out so troublesome.

Even more surprisingly, Rufus' sensitivity caught me off guard. He was readily swayed by Crystal's charms even though he had lost his memories.

He pledged to pick a partner at the ball just two days ago, but he didn't give the women there so much as a glance. He paid no attention to anyone else but Crystal.

I sighed helplessly. They were star-crossed lovers.

The only thing I could do was to lend Crystal any help I could. My two grandchildren would have loved to stay in the imperial palace with me, but I couldn't bear the thought of Rufus having to deal with that curse of black thorns again.

They were my family. I could only choose the least harmful way.

So I went to the kitchen and made Beryl's favorite desserts. After that, I went to see Rufus.

And sure enough, Beryl was busy constructing Legos in the study while Rufus focused on his work. They had a tacit understanding, doing their own things without exchanging words.

I stood at the door quietly for a while before knocking.

As soon as Beryl raised her head and saw me, she ran to me happily and jumped into my arms.

"Grannie, I miss you so much!" Beryl said with a sweet smile. The way she addressed me melted my heart and I was even more reluctant to part with her.

"My dear, I have made your favorite dessert. Have a taste." While holding Beryl in one arm and the food basket in the other, I settled down on the couch.

Rufus greeted me, and then went back to work.

I was concerned for Rufus as well. Since he became the king, he almost hadn't taken a proper rest and there was no one around him to take care of him.

I reached into the hamper and brought out the biscuits Rufus liked, placing it on his desk and saying, "Take a break and eat this."