Chapter 73. Plans and Problems

Layla held her hand to him, and it took a lot of effort to do it. Without wasting a second, he came back to her and took her hands. “I think you have the biggest of hearts, and I’m proud to have you as a son. You will make a great king someday. I know it. I see it, but you will need to master your rage. The ring would help you tame it for a while, but you have to do the work yourself. You will need to rule your anger or it will rule you.” Her eyes flutter. “You’re my lovely son and I can never ask for another. I love you and your brother so much. Please take care of Edward. He looks up to you more than he does to your father. And as for your father, find a place in your heart and forgive him.”

A few of his tears fell on her hands as he listened to everything she said. She smiled at him and took her final breath.

Xavier’s heart broke, and he wasn’t sure anything was ever going to repair it.

Staying beside her and watching her give up hurt. Why did the moon goddess t