Chapter 146: Chapter146-Leo’s Wife

The two figures were none other than Leo and Hathaway, returning hand in hand.

Hathaway looked at the shadowy figure, who seemed to be sneaking around, with a slight furrow in her brow.

Upon seeing them, especially their clasped hands, the shadow shuddered and quickly forced a forced smile.

“Ahaha… Miss Hathaway, and this gentleman… what a coincidence!”

“I—I’m fine, just… out for a walk, enjoying the grandeur of this magnificent city.”

Leo, meanwhile, was studying the shadow with great interest.

He could clearly sense the unique aura of Koro emanating from him.

But he didn’t point it out, instead smiling and staying silent.

Seeing the intimate way Leo and Hathaway were holding hands, the shadow cleared his throat and quickly came up with an excuse.

“Oh! I just remembered! I left some soup simmering back at home!”

“You two, take care! We’ll meet again soon!”

Without waiting for a response from Leo or Hathaway, the shadow vanished without a trace.

His speed was so fast that it seemed as though he feared being left behind if he slowed down.

Leo exchanged a glance with Hathaway, smiling as they watched the shadow disappear.

“Let’s go home, my dear,”

he said softly.

“Alright.”

Hathaway tightened her grip on his hand.

At the top of Mage Tower, Elarielle, upon seeing the returning pair, immediately stood and bowed.

“President, welcome back!”

Leo nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over the elegant elven queen.

“Thank you for your hard work, Elarielle!”

“It’s an honor to serve you!”

Elarielle quickly responded, though her gaze unconsciously shifted toward Hathaway, whose remarkable presence shone beside Leo.

Seeing their intertwined hands, Elarielle’s heart was filled with surprise.

She had heard of this lady before, described by Aragis as someone not only possessing unfathomable power, but also such charm that even someone like President Leo was enamored with her!?

Elarielle’s thoughts were easily read by Leo, who smiled lightly, understanding her surprise.

He cleared his throat and introduced them.

“Elarielle, this is my wife, Hathaway, and the biological mother of Lilith.”

Upon hearing this, Elarielle instinctively smiled and replied,

“Ah, so this is the lady… wait, what did you say?!”

Lilith’s biological mother?!

By the gods above!

Elarielle’s eyes widened in disbelief as she turned to look at Hathaway.

They had no knowledge of Miss Lilith’s mother.

Privately, they had even speculated that the lady might have already perished.

But since President Leo and Lilith never mentioned her, they had never dared to ask.

And now, this legendary figure was standing before her in the flesh!

Leo didn’t stay any longer, holding Hathaway’s hand and walking into the city.

Elarielle stood frozen at the top of the tower, shaken by the sudden revelation.

…

In New Dalton Town

The streets, enhanced with magical energies, were as smooth as mirrors.

The sides of the roads were lined with shops and buildings of various styles, with pedestrians from all races wearing different garments, creating a scene of bustling prosperity.

Leo and Hathaway strolled through the city like the most ordinary of citizens.

To avoid causing unnecessary commotion, he had slightly altered his appearance.

Yet, even so, the two still attracted many curious gazes.

After all, while appearance can be disguised, the aura that emanated from them was difficult to hide.

Especially Hathaway, who was already a beauty, and with her naturally otherworldly presence, it was hard not to draw attention.

“Hathaway, this city is something I built from scratch, starting from the Victoxi Plane. What do you think of it?”

Leo asked, his tone carrying a hint of seeking validation.

Hathaway, with great interest, looked around at the well-ordered layout, the bustling commerce, and the happy expressions on the faces of the residents.

Upon hearing Leo’s question, she nodded.

“I can see that Dalton is truly a place worth remembering…”

“Leo, you’re truly amazing, and I’m surprised at how you managed to gather such vast resources…”

She had been about to ask him about the source of these resources, but then thought of Leo’s power, which was enough to crush Aether Singer, and she swallowed her question.

After a brief silence, her voice grew soft with a hint of uncertainty.

“Leo, did you ever resent me for leaving without a word?”

Upon hearing this, Leo paused for a moment.

To say there were no hard feelings would be a lie.

After all, she had left them—father and daughter—without offering a single explanation.

No matter the reason, it had seemed far too final, too cruel.

He pondered for a while before his gaze softened as he looked at her.

“It’s all in the past, my dear.”

“What matters now, and in the future, is that no one, and nothing, in this vast Starsea, will be able to separate us.”

Having learned that Hathaway left to avoid bringing danger to them, Leo’s lingering resentment had vanished, replaced by an overwhelming sense of affection.

He knew Hathaway was proud and strong, and when he was weaker, he couldn’t help her as much as he wanted.

But now, he could confidently declare that he had enough strength to protect her and their daughter for life.

Hathaway felt a lump in her throat, and her eyes grew warm with tears.

In the long years after her departure, she had regretted her decision countless times.

Though forced by circumstances, her choice had been hasty.

Looking back, if she had left and Leo and Lilith had survived, it would have been fine.

But if something had happened to them, what would it have mattered if she had cleared all obstacles?

Fortunately, everything had turned out better than she could have imagined.

The man she had always wanted to protect now had the power to look down on everything.

At that moment, Leo suddenly stopped walking.

“Leo?”

Hathaway looked at him in confusion, following his gaze.

He was staring, half-smiling, at a beautifully decorated magical tavern on the street corner.

Through the bright glass windows, they could see three men sitting at a table, drinking together.

“Ha, Reize! You’re not good for much after all?”

“It seems you’re not as tough as you think!”

Walter raised his large oak wine glass and provocatively addressed the now slightly flushed Reize.

The wine in New Dalton was infused with special magical materials, and even powerful beings could get drunk if they didn’t use their powers.

And no one came here just to spoil the fun by using their abilities.

Reize clearly had a bit too much to drink.

“Who’s not good for much?! Bring it on!”

He said defiantly, refilling his cup.

Magnar, sitting nearby, shook his head and smiled, silently pouring himself a drink.

He, too, was a powerful being at the Sanctuary Realm and now looked like a refined middle-aged man.

After finishing his work, he often liked to walk around the city to observe the many facets of the town he had helped build.

The three clinked their glasses and drank heartily.

Just then,

Walter’s gaze accidentally swept past Reize’s shoulder.

Pff—!

He spat a mouthful of wine directly onto Reize’s face and jumped to his feet.

“Son of a—Walter! You idiot, what the hell is this?!”

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