The Lycan King's Fate Calling (Shawn Gibson and Sylvia) novel Chapter 1110

Crystal's POV:

Lucy came to a halt in front of me. She took off her hat, revealing her pale and thin face. While her features remained delicate and beautiful, she was not as lively and active as before.

She was only a few years older than me. When she was in military school, she was well-known for her beauty. But in the short span of a few years, both her appearance and temperament underwent a massive change.

I inwardly sighed, but I couldn't muster up any sympathy for her. I just pitied her child.

"I've heard quite a lot about you. I'm glad to finally meet you today, Alpha Crystal." The corners of Lucy's mouth curved up into a small smile. Her demeanor was unexpectedly gentle.

I thought she would behave haughtily, but she didn't. Instead, she chatted about the interesting tourist spots of the imperial capital with me.

She looked so laid-back, which was the complete opposite of the Lucy I knew before. Was it possible that her experiences of the past few years had changed her completely?

I didn't dare to let my guard down. I was alert when answering Lucy's questions the entire time. When I spoke, I tried to keep it as soft as possible, not revealing my real voice.

Just when I couldn't tolerate continuing the conversation, Firman suddenly ran to us. He first called Lucy 'Mom', and then hid behind her and eyed me timidly. "Hello, Ms. Quinn."

Lucy tugged him to stand in front of her, gently patted his head, and said with a smile, "You shouldn't always hide behind your mother when you greet others. Be polite, young man."

Firman obediently nodded and greeted me again. This time, he said in a louder voice, "Hello, Ms. Quinn! Nice... Nice to meet you here."

My heart softened. I removed a toffee from my pocket and offered it to him. "Hello, Firman. I'm happy to see you here too."

I couldn't refuse his kindness, so I accepted it. I eased up on my vigilance as I speculated that Lucy was probably so nice to me right now because of Firman.

"Shall we go to the pavilion nearby for some afternoon tea?" Lucy asked with a smile.

I wanted to refuse, but Firman also chimed in, "Let's go. I have baked many other desserts..."

As I observed his flushed face, I could only nod in agreement.

Firman was almost the same age as Arron. Every time I saw a child that was the same age as mine, my mind always returned to my two beautiful babies at home. This was probably the biggest change I'd undergone as a mother. I was tenderhearted to children.