Chapter 1826

Things wouldn't unfold as smoothly as they had envisioned, but Hesper had resolved to take this path. Informing Aiden had been her final step. If the people of Halwanest learned that she had left their protection, they would undoubtedly seek her out. Hesper didn't want Aiden to fret and also saw this as an opportunity to reach the higher-ups in Halwanest through him. However, Hesper wasn't completely unprepared. She had been preparing for a long time, and if she wasn't ready to face Sullivan by now, it would be her own fault. Elise's eyes remained red as they returned to Lane Manor. Despite having been informed in advance, Elise couldn't fully accept it, knowing that Hesper would soon be in danger. The constant worry weighed on her, but deep down, everyone understood that this was the best course of action. Elise closed her eyes and then opened them to find Hesper standing before her. She whispered, "Come back safely." Hesper gazed at her mother with a complicated expression. "Alr