"War is about to break out, so if you really want to leave, leave now. Any later, and the border will not be safe."
After saying this, Sheffield Benedict turned and left.
He didn't care what Emma would do in response; he had said what he needed to say.
Over the years, he had been loyal enough to the royal family.
In the days ahead, he hoped to be more true to himself.
If he had the chance, he would hope for Hannah's forgiveness, telling her he regretted everything.
If he had the chance to do it all over again, he would definitely stand firmly behind Hannah at every decision point, holding her hand tightly.
But life does not offer second chances.
Even on Blue Star, he was still a step behind that man.
Sometimes, who you meet first isn't what matters—it's who stands decisive at the most critical moment.
The distance between him and Hannah wasn't just a step; it was many choices.
