The Runaway Groom

Isaac had no idea, nor did he understand Barzel's temper since he had never met Barzel before.

However, there was every chance that someone was controlling him, especially with that attitude...

"Have someone keep an eye on him. See who he's contacting, but if there's no one forcing him, pay him off."

Isaac was obviously not keen on having anything to do with someone like that boy.

"Okay. I'll get it done right now," Zachary replied, worried that Barzel could give him the slip.

As Isaac returned into the castle, Irene asked, "Who was it?"

Isaac told her everything, adding, "He was asking for money."

"Give it to him. His parents did save you," Irene said.

She was grateful toward Barzel's parents and there was no question that Isaac was safe because of their help—the gratitude must be considered.

“I know," Isaac replied.

He would not miss the money because he could earn it again, and Barzel was not asking for that much.

too young, and Isaac was worried he was being used. Irene did not dwell on it, since

since they would need a lot of stuff when they traveled,

week later and time to

he was in touch

were bringing three children along, with Jean being a few

less of a concern, both Baby and Jean needed constant

had been constantly

too—he learned how to prepare infant formula and change

she watched him

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up in her arms, watching

"How so?" Zachary asked.

and said, "You

always been one," Zachary said

was the type who

word, and he was

for them when their