Inside the room, Leon lay on the bed with Charlotte curled up on his right and Fiona resting on his stomach like a spoiled kitten.
"Daddy, can you tell us why you weren't at the palace this afternoon? And... is it true what Mommy said—that Empress Athena kidnapped you?" Charlotte asked, her curiosity clear, though the worry behind her adorable expression was impossible to miss.
Leon, caught off guard by the question, felt a flicker of surprise. But he didn't let it show, keeping the calm smile on his lips.
"What are you talking about? How could I possibly be kidnapped by Empress Athena?" Leon chuckled, gently stroking Fiona's soft, chubby cheeks, reminiscent of a fluffy bun.
Feeling her daddy's gentle caress, Fiona giggled and nuzzled her face into his palm, showing her affection like a spoiled kitten.
Charlotte pouted at Leon's dismissive reply, her expression deepening with jealousy as she watched him pamper Fiona.
