In the days that followed, Barbara visited the baron frequently, consumed by concern for his recovery. The news had been hopeful; he was gradually regaining his strength. With each visit, her heart swelled with gratitude for the man who had done so much for her. The bond they had forged over the past few months ran deep, igniting a flicker of warmth in her heart.
Amidst this, a significant announcement broke: the assailants responsible for the attack on Baron Heming had been captured. Reports revealed that they were thieves who had intended to abduct the baron and had turned violent when he resisted. What surprised everyone, however, was that the thieves had surrendered willingly. The news spread like wildfire throughout the kingdom, bringing Barbara a wave of relief, knowing they would face justice for their crimes.
