Javier smiled toward Erisa. "Thank you, Erisa. Let Mother know I'll join them shortly."
"As you wish." Erisa offered a polite bow. "I will take my leave now, Prince Javier. If you'll excuse me." Erisa smiled and bowed politely before walking away gracefully.
Liana shot a glare toward Javier, but he simply smiled and took her hand.
"Let's go, Liana," he said warmly. "I can't wait to taste the hydra meat once you cook it, especially with your special sauce."
Liana smiled, her irritation melting away as she let Javier lead her by the hand.
"Young master, where are we going?"
Javier glanced back, still walking. "I need my morning kiss, and I'm not doing that in front of an audience."
"Naughty~"
He grinned and pulled her gently toward his personal workshop and the pekko pen, Buddy trotting smugly behind them.
"But young master, your mother is calling for you," Liana reminded him softly.
"Mm… I know," he replied, still guiding her along. "Kiss first."
