The Return of the War Legate

Chapter 23

Daniel, who was listening in, had mixed feelings.

The war legate, a war god on the battlefield, was a gentleman at home.

It was very rare for such a thing to happen–being tough when it involved the country’s safety, but soft and loving toward his wife.

Daniel spoke again. “Another thing, Ms. Samantha. Since the legate’s identity is top secret and might attract assassins, we’ll be announcing to the public tonight that you were just body doubles to ensure your safety.”

“That is important. Otherwise, my husband and I might be assassinated.” Samantha understood.

Daniel nodded. “But as a reward, Battle Warrior Lucas has arranged for the House of Bailar to have a spot at Swallow Central,”

Samantha was nervous when she heard this, but she was also excited. “General, my company is facing potential bankruptcy. Are you really going to give me a chance?”

“I’m certain you’ll be able to save your company as long as you put in the effort. This is the reward for taking a risk and pretending to be the legate and his wife,” Daniel replied.

“Please convey my thanks to Battle Warrior Lucas then.

“Sure, don’t worry about it. By the way, if you face any troubles, do contact me because I have to ensu your safety.”

“I will.”

When Daniel dropped Adrian and Samantha at home, Rue had already made dinner.

Samantha had a smile on and looked pretty happy. A rare sight over the past few years.

“We’re home.” She got in, kicked off her heels, then slipped into her house slippers.

Adaline did not dare look at Adrian because she was worried.

Rue said, “Let’s have dinner.”

Adrian and Samantha nodded, then took their seats.

Adaline spoke. “Are you really the legate?”

What happened today affected her badly because she could not accept it. Rue was looking forward 1 answer too because it was about her son.

Samantha said, “Ada, Mother, the truth is…”

She proceeded to explain everything to Adaline and Rue. They were evidently relieved and the tensi from their brows when they heard what Samantha said.

Adrian was surprised, and said, “Ada, you look relieved that I’m not the legate. Why? Wouldn’t yo been happy if I were?”

“You’re so clueless,” Adaline replied.

Rue smiled and said, “You don’t know your sister well enough. She’s worried that you might aband if you were the legate. Though she has a sharp tongue, she’s also a softie at heart. She would star

every time she looked at your pictures.”

Adrian was touched. He then nodded and said, “1 understand, Mother.”

Rue smiled. Samantha then said, “I have some good news. Battle Warrior Lucas decided to give Bailar a spot in Swallow Central because Adrian pretended to be the legate!”

“Really?! That’s great!” Rue smiled.

“I guess Adrian isn’t that useless after all. He has helped so much, and even paid for my university fees.” Adaline’s view of Adrian changed.

Rue happily patted Adrian’s head, which made Adaline laugh out loud because happiness was a rare emotion for them.

After seeing the women in his life smile, Adrian made a vow in his heart to always protect them and keep them safe.

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The family was giddy with excitement that Bailar had got a spot in Swallow Central.

Until Violet suddenly showed up at their doorstep with her two sons.