"My sweet boy, it's been so long. You're getting more and more handsome!" Sang Luo's heart swelled with joy as she kissed the top of his head.
Hephis blushed slightly. "I heard from Uncle Holy Monarch that you were asleep for a long time, Mother. How are you feeling now? I'm a bad son for not being able to stay by your side."
"Don't worry, I'm perfectly fine. With all your uncles around, what could possibly happen to me?"
Minos smiled at Hephis. "Perfect timing. Your mother was just talking to me about inviting you to stay at the Holy Palace for a few days. Vilina and Ares are always talking about their big brother and wanting to go play with you."
"Yes! Stay and play with us, Brother Hephis! The arithmetic and ancient poems Mother is teaching us are so hard. Could you teach us, please?" Little Rose's eyes sparkled as she gazed at Hephis, pouting and tugging his arm back and forth.
