Persephone looked up and nearly burst into tears. “Morpheus…”

“It’s okay.” Morpheus smiled, patting her head. “I’m here. Don’t be afraid.”

Tears streamed down Persephone’s face. She didn’t know how she managed to stand up from that hard, tiny chair. Her whole being felt chaotic, yet she could keenly sense the person beside her, giving her strength and offering reassurance.

“She’s my wife.” Morpheus spoke slowly, his sharp gaze scanning everyone. “We finished dinner, went out for a stroll, happened to be at the dock, and unexpectedly encountered the ship explosion.”

“Is that true?” The officer remained skeptical.

However, the officer who had just entered the room clearly had a higher rank than the one questioning Persephone. Despite his doubts, he didn’t press further.

The officer pondered for a moment, perhaps reluctant, then continued. “Sir, the person in the adjacent room…”

“His name is Seamus Rutherford, my wife’s cousin.” Morpheus’ expression didn’t change. “He’s visiting.”

“Why were you all at the dock?”

at the same time?” Morpheus

Flinge that relatives can’t meet

“Well…”

walk, there was no need to carry identification. If you need it, we can

patting Morpheus’ shoulder. Their eyes met,

is my friend, and I’ve met his wife,” the officer

glances, and Morpheus left with

shaken. The image of the ship’s explosion haunted her like a ghost. She felt a chill despite

drape it over her, wearing only a

Seamus!” Persephone suddenly remembered. “He’s

out too.” Morpheus’ voice was low. “I spoke

Persephone paused. “You spoke to the

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