Hylos finally spoke, his tone softer than before. "Perhaps I was wrong about this and couldn't see my child's happiness. But now, I will accept her as my son's choice."
A surge of gratitude filled Grace's eyes. Yet, before she could utter a word, Rio sent her a mental message, 'Please do not say anything to make them doubt your magic. Let this remain between us…'
He knew all too well how, in the Saintess' story, Leo had tragically died because he had trusted his family with Grace's secret. That trust had led them to pursue the Exalted Clover Ring. This time, Rio was determined to keep its existence hidden from Leo.
Grace nodded in understanding, then turned to Leo, who pulled her into an embrace. As they hugged, Hylos respectfully bowed to Lia, who acknowledged him with a slight nod.