Some of the people began to walk away when the sound of galloping horses echoed from afar. They turned and saw five knights in shining armor approaching, riding their horses at great speed.
It was Reeve, Roman, Uzana, Arnulp, and Crown Prince Ragnar. They had initially come to celebrate and welcome the first Gamaaloth-Cescil baby into the world, but now they were confronted with a bitter reality. The baby had passed away just a day after being born.
Reeve's face was etched with sorrow, and his eyes were red from crying. He had received the news of his baby's birth safely, but the truth hit him like a tidal wave when he arrived.
Reeve arrived first and immediately dismounted his horse, running to meet his wife. Shi's tears broke as soon as she saw her husband's somber face. They rushed towards each other and collided in the middle, and instantly, Shi's sobs overflowed.
"Shhh, I'm here," Reeve whispered, pulling her into his embrace. He held her tightly.
