Their journey to Valtheron was quite smooth. They took a carriage early in the morning, passed through the city's teleportation gate, and arrived in Valtheron alongside a large convoy of knights.
Damon really did not need the fanfare, but his grandfather insisted on protecting his great granddaughter.
Therefore Damon had no choice.
The ride continued calmly toward the Brightwater Estate in the capital where they were meant to stay.
Halfway through the journey, Ranar, who had been sleeping the entire time, suddenly woke. When she did not immediately see her father, her face crumpled and she began to cry, convinced he had left her behind.
Damon cleared his throat loudly.
The sharp sound cut through her wailing. The baby turned in his direction, her small nose already red and wet as she sniffed hard. The moment her eyes found him, she stretched both arms toward him without hesitation.
Damon sighed and leaned over to take her into his arms.
