Monbatten froze at Amy's words.

"Her old mom?"

What did she mean? Was there a "before" and "after" version of Amy's mother?

No matter how much a person changes, their eyes don't. He was certain of that.

But not wanting to kill the mood, he smiled and nodded. "Alright, sure."

Amy's eyes lit up. "Then come to my house sometime! My mom's picture is there. I didn't bring it with me."

"Okay," he replied with a chuckle, ruffling her hair.

Amy looked up at him, all serious. "So, when are you coming?"

Monbatten hesitated, clearing his throat. "Well…"

"I heard those uncles and aunties talking earlier," Amy said with the precociousness only kids can have. "They said Daddy is super busy. Do you even have time to come to my house?"

"I'll make time," Monbatten said immediately.

"When?" Amy pressed, unwavering.

glanced over at his aide, who promptly stepped

the evening after tomorrow, at

Amy. "You heard that, didn't you?

cheered, stretching out her tiny pinky.

help laughing. There was something about this kid that put

Was that woman from Crera as remarkable as this child? Did she give someone

the promise, Amy dashed off, wrapping herself around Uncle Olsen's leg like a koala. "Grandpa,

Olsen raised a brow,

been overwhelmed in a moment like this, nervous about hosting royalty. But Uncle Olsen wasn't most

"Did you prepare an invitation for King

shook her

Olsen sighed, carrying her over

to a life of luxury, something about Uncle Olsen's presence compelled him to stand as the older man approached. Despite the age gap, Uncle Olsen carried

to meet you,"

Monbatten replied, gesturing for

eased into his seat, he spoke in a measured tone. "I've heard that Country A has been having issues with

drew a sigh from

was notorious for its pirate activity.

part of their strategy, they had lured enemy forces

treacherous waters—thanks to Lewis's

back, smiling faintly. "If King Monbatten is willing to grant my

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