There was a brief pause on the other end before Juria responded, her tone professional and unwavering.
"Understood, Your Highness. I will mobilize my team immediately. We'll be there shortly."
"Thank you, Juria. I'll make sure you and your team get an extra bonus. I owe you all for this."
"Not at all, Your Highness. It's our duty. We'll take over right away."
"Mm… I'll be waiting for you and your team to arrive here."
Javier let out a quiet sigh of relief, adjusting Liana once more in his arms. Her silver hair spilled over his shoulder, and her face, now relaxed in sleep, looked softer than ever. Her long eyelashes rested against her cheeks, and her lips, usually set in a firm line, were slightly parted, breathing softly.
He smiled.
This is the first time I've seen her like this.
She never shows any side of herself other than her usual serious or graceful demeanor.
But today, I got to see her childish side.
