77. Meeting Echo

FLASHBACK

In the luxurious penthouse, the soft glow of the city lights filtered through the windows, casting a warm ambiance over the room. Kendrick stood near the door, dressed in his regal attire, ready to depart for a short while to attend to some pressing matters. Faith, however, looked visibly anxious, clutching onto the edge of her dress as she stared at him with worried eyes.

"Kendrick, please don't go," Faith pleaded, her voice trembling. "I'm scared to be alone. What if someone attacks me?"

Kendrick stepped closer to her, gently placing his hands on her shoulders, trying to calm her fears. "I understand your worries, Faith, but I promise you, it won't take long," he said reassuringly. "I need to take care of some urgent matters, and then we'll leave for my kingdom, where you'll be safe from all harm. Nothing will happen to you. Also my guards are here. Just don't go anywhere."

His words brought a glimmer of hope to Faith's eyes, but the fear still lingered. "But what if some