CHAPTER 23

CHAPTER 23

CARLIN’S POV

Immediately her words register in my mind, I look to Clarissa and she nods. We both hurry over to his residence, a mood of relief and euphoria rushing over me. I knew he was already better; is the best healer I know; but I realize now that I had still been a bit worried about his state. I reach his chambers in a few minutes, Clarissa by my side. As I walk in, Clarissa holds my hand and squeezes it comfortingly.

“I’ll be outside”

I nod in reply and close the door behind me. I take a deep breath and go to his inner chambers where his bedroom is, my heart racing with anticipation.

As he sees me, a weak smile spreads across his face. "Carlin, my boy," he says in a faint voice. "I'm glad to see you."

He still looks a bit pale but his breathing is steady. I feel tears prickling in my eyes as I lean down to be at face- level with him

"Thank the Moon Goddess, you're doing better, Father," I whisper.

He pats my backs and I bow in response.

How are you feeling now?"

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