The Duke's Adopted Daughter

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Duke Gerald waited until all the guards were fully recovered from their injuries.

When they all woke up and saw the Duke in front of them they all knelt down. Charlie, the leader of the guards spoke.

"Forgive us Your Grace. These subordinates failed our duty to protect you. May you punish us for our failure."

"May you punish us!" All of the guards followed.

But the Duke just wave his hand.

"No need. Am I not alive?" then he continued. " You all did a good job in protecting me. Luckily, I

encountered a benefactor who help me when I survive the attack of the wolves. She is also the one who healed you all."

All the guards then suddenly realized that all of their injuries were now fully healed as if they were not injured at all. The Duke continued.

"As a repayment for her benevolence, she will be joining us in our travel back to the capital and will become part of my household. She will become my adopted daughter."

Charlie silently digested the information before asking the Duke.

"Your Grace, you mentioned that she help you prior. Does that mean that you encountered her at the Mystical Forest?"

"Yes."

Charlie look at him with questioning eyes.

"She's not, that I can guarantee." The Duke immediately answered. How can he not understand what Charlie is thinking. Even he, did the same.

"She healed all your injuries" he reminded him.

"A Mage?"

The Duke nodded then he shouted.

"You all listen up. What I said today, and what did you witness will only be known between me and you all. If there were information that were leaked out from today's events then don't blame this Duke for being merciless. Do you understand?"

"Yes Your Grace!" They chorused.

"Return to the residence!" he commanded before turning around and walk towards the carriage.@@