"As a mother, I hoped my children could overcome the flaws in their personalities, but I also worried that they would suffer because of it. So their upbringing—or rather, the upbringing of all five of my children—was handled by their father. I did not interfere."
"I am glad Velin has such a dependable companion as you. I am entrusting my child to you, and I hope you can help me protect him."
Faced with Elisa's sincere plea, Kyle fell silent for a moment.
"Madam, may I ask why you would say that?"
"Because these eyes of mine can see the information hidden within you." Elisa pointed to her eyes and told him directly without concealing anything.
The unexpected answer left Kyle confused. No wonder his disguise had been seen through so quickly.
"Child, there is no need to be confused. The ability to see what you conceal is an inborn Soul Skill of mine, not something acquired later." Elisa's smile was as warm as a spring breeze and as clear as a mountain spring, radiating wisdom and charm that dispelled the unease in Kyle's heart.
When Kyle looked at Elisa again, he completely lowered his guard and told her about everything his lord had gone through over the years. However, he chose to withhold certain highly confidential matters.
Elisa did not expose the holes in Kyle's account, for there was no need to.
Half an hour later, the father and son, Angus and Velin, emerged from the Lord's Hall. Compared to before, Velin's smile looked somewhat forced.
Seeing this, Elisa shot Angus a glare but said nothing. She simply stepped forward and took Velin's hand.
A gentle energy entered his body, healing the pain he felt.
"Mother, you really are the best!"
"All right, all right. Take us to see