Pharaoh noticed the resolute look in Nash's eyes and knew exactly what kind of person he was. He had witnessed firsthand how well Nash treated Nina. Still, Pharaoh couldn't shake the reality that his days were numbered, prompting him to repeat his instructions again and again. Pharaoh had experienced it all-success, loss, and even redemption. Yet, the one thing he couldn't make peace with was leaving his two children behind.

Though he neither smoked nor drank, life was slipping away from him. Pharaoh believed his failing health was divine retribution for the sins he had committed in his past.

He spent hours talking to Nash, who listened patiently, nodding in agreement as Pharaoh repeated his wishes.

Despite trusting Micah to take care of things, Pharaoh still felt compelled to remind Micah, saying, "Don't be reckless. The debts of the father often fall to the son. My remaining time has been spent with Nina, but the Yaren Tribe is now your responsibility. I expect you to make amends and help the tribe thrive."

He continued, his voice softer, "Freya is a good woman. Don't quarrel with her. Treasure her and build a good life together. My only regret is that I won't be around to help raise your children."

Pausing, he reflected with a twinge of sadness, "I also missed so much of Orion's childhood, and worse, I almost harmed Nina and Orion myself. As for Seth... after I'm gone, make sure he gets the end he deserves."

life seemed to flash before his eyes like

about Pharaoh's emotional and physical strain. "The more you dwell on it, the

"I just needed to get it off my chest. Tomorrow, I want to go out and see the world one last time. You and Nina can come with me. Let's take a family photo along the way-something to remember." Recognizing the significance of Pharaoh's request, Micah suggested, "Let's bring Freya, Nash, and the kids too. That way, everyone can

a faint smile softening his

all set out together. They took two photographs one of Pharaoh with Nina and Micah, and another with the entire family. Along the way, they stopped at a quiet chapel, where Nina

a farm-to-table restaurant for a meal. The family shared laughter, and Pharaoh's appetite

indulgence, Nash gave her a subtle look, silently telling her to let

worry. I know

concerned," Nina admitted with

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