Leon immediately boarded the carriage to head to his castle as usual.
Today he learned one important thing - he didn't know his future wife that well!
The blades were definitely right on one thing, his wife chasing abilities needed a major upgrade.
How could he boldly declare a marriage proposal to her repeatedly without even knowing simple things such as her favorite food?!
What a major let down! He apprehended himself repeatedly.
Thus, he made up his mind and planned to use this moment to get to know her more.
It was already dusk when he arrived in the cottage.
When he appeared from the array, the first thing he saw was Eli's sleeping figure, resting on her study table with a bunch of research notes on her side.
Not far from her reach was Little Han, peacefully sleeping on his cradle with Wisey perched on top of the arch and Baobao sitting alertly on the side with his paw resting on the side of the cradle, gently rocking the baby into sleep.
The two furry animals were on the lookout should Little Han wake up and need something.
When they saw the Prince, they were about to wake Eli up but Leon immediately gestured to them to stay silent and let the two sleep.
He initially wanted to carry Eli in the bedroom but he decided against it because he might wake Eli up.
He gestured Baobao to carefully take the cake in the kitchen, while he silently went to the bedroom to get a light cloak to wrap Eli's back.
He looked at the papers that were beside Eli. It contained some scribbles about a thing called silicone compounds and their properties. What could this research be?
He was actually surprised that Eli immediately dived into researching again within only a few days after she gave birth to Little Han.
Last night, she just asked him to allow Neal to train her in close quarter combat and now she was actually doing research on the side!
He furrowed his brows in worry.
He knew that Eli was also sleep deprived because both of them would wake up a few times at night because of Little Han.
"She is pushing herself too much… Apart from taking care of Little Han, she has to do these things on the side.." His heart ached for her as he realized how tired she looked.
Eyeing Baobao and Wisey, he entrusted the two in looking out for her and Little Han while he went to call Ron, Chad and Rosea to help him in the kitchen.
He then proceeded to man the kitchen to prepare for dinner. He chose simple but edible dishes, and with the help of the three, he was able to work to prepare a balanced and decent meal.
Apart from Rosea who had been doing this job since young, Leon and the three were trained to cook in the wilderness during their missions. Although, the food that Eli usually cooked was far from what he was preparing.
Eli was actually jolted awake by the scent of the creamy vegetable soup assaulting her nose. She opened her tired eyes and looked around. It was already night.
"Our dinner!" She exclaimed gently. How could she sleep until night time?! Now she didn't have time to prepare for a nice dinner!
"Master, it's nice that you are awake!" Baobao's eyes shined brightly as he enthusiastically looked at Eli while his paw still kept on rocking Little Han's cradle.
"Prince Master was already preparing the dinner. He didn't wake you up so that you could sleep some more." He adorably continued while seeing that Eli was still in her confused state.
"I see... Can you look after Little Han for a while?" Eli immediately stood up and checked Little Han who was still asleep.
She then proceeded to the kitchen to check Leon and the others.
The two nodded happily as they would have more interaction with Little Han. Ever since Little Han was born, they were not able to care for him right away, as he was still a delicate newborn.
They were also afraid of accidentally hurting him with their paws and claws; that was why they didn't try to get near as much as possible.
But today, Eli called them over to interact with Little Han, she eased their worries out and had them remember their good interaction with the kids at her welcome party.
They were actually good at handling children!
"Uwwwwuu.." A tiny whimper was heard from the cradle
Baobao immediately stopped rocking the cradle and said with joy, "Little Master is awake too~~"
Wisey excitedly flew to get Little Han's toys and lay it around Little Han's wiggling body.
The two fur buddies amusedly observed Little Han as he mumbled and cooed while wiggling his tiny hands and feet.
From time to time, they tilted their heads slightly with interest.
"Little Master is very active.."
"I wonder when he is able to see us?"
"I can't wait to see him running around!"
"Hmm hmm! Me too!"
They conversed with each other as they looked after Little Han while his parents were busy in the kitchen.
Meanwhile in the kitchen, Eli entered and saw that the trio were already preparing the dining table while Leon was wearing her frilly apron and focusedly stirring a pot of creamy vegetable soup.
"Leon.." She called out shyly.
She was a bit guilty seeing him doing these chores after coming home from his princely duties.
"I see that you're awake! Dinner is about to be served. Come sit for a while." Leon turned his face slightly.
It was only then that Eli noticed that he had used a white handkerchief as a headband to prevent his blood red hair from interrupting his vision.
Leon's appearance right now… What can Eli say?
It was both charming and funny. He totally looked like a house husband, if not for her remembering that he was still the Third Prince of the Empire.
"Alright." Eli didn't protest and obediently sat in her usual place. After all, there was nothing to do, Leon and others had already finished everything.
"Chad, come get the others, dinner is ready." Leon ordered as he calmly tapped the ladle on the pot, indicating that the soup was done.
Chad nodded and eyed the two others to come with him, "Get the hint and go with me!" His eyes ordered.
Rosea and Ron immediately followed Chad out discreetly, agreeing to delay the other's arrival for a little while.
"Master did well today! He brought a gift and even prepared dinner!"
"Yes, yes surely our Madame will fall for him because of this!"
They all discussed in a hush outside with the other blades and stared at the window from afar. They had to see their master give the gift first before they entered.
"I'm sorry you had to do this while you just came from work.." Eli meekly said as she kept her head lowered embarrassedly.
"It's fine, you need some sleep too. Aren't you doing so much when you just made yourself used to caring for Little Han?" Leon asked with concern.
Eli gently shook her head with a smile. "It's fine, I must start as early as possible, so that Little Han will be safer. Just like you, I want to do my best too, even at my current capacity."
Leon fully understood where Eli was coming from, they were feeling the same concerning this area.
With a helpless sigh, he just replied, "Do not neglect yourself… You have two additional people, relying on you. So you have to stay strong and healthy."
Eli was taken aback by Leon's words. Not long ago, she had said these words to Leon when he stayed all night to prepare things for her before he came back to the capital.
Who would have known that Leon would say these words back at her too?
Eli gave a defeated nod.
It was very seldom to see Eli act as an obedient young lady, Leon couldn't help but find this side of her adorable.
Remembering something, he took the cake that he chilled on a box filled with ice magic. It was what the Prasinons used in lieu of the modern day refrigerator.
He opened the box and took the beautiful ensemble of cakes out for Eli to see, "I heard from the knights that this cafe's cakes were popular with women. So I took some for you. I just don't know if I managed to get the flavor you liked.."
"Waaah! Cakes!!" Eli's eyes shined brilliantly as she saw the beautifully presented cakes.
It was such a long time since she had managed to eat these types of desserts.
During pregnancy, she tried to limit her sugar intake so that Little Han would be properly nourished in her body.
The last time she ate cakes freely was during her stay in Argentum, although she managed to taste a little during the welcome party.
And even now that she was breastfeeding, it didn't stop her from craving for more decadent flavors.
She happily counted the cakes in front of her, "This is awesome! We will have one cake each! Let's share these with everyone!" She said with a smile.
Taking Baobao, Wisey and Little Han out of the count, there will be enough cakes for the rest.
Seeing Eli happy, Leon's heart became full and indulgently looked at her while replying, "Alright."
However, she frowned after realizing something.
The cakes in front of her contained two of her most favorite cakes. But she has to only take one of these cakes.
pαndα`noνɐ1--сoМ Dark Chocolate Fudge Cake or Blueberry Cheesecake?
It was hard to give up one!!!
"What's the matter? You don't like the flavours?" Leon asked with worry.
"No… It's just that I can't decide what cake to choose." She pointed at the two cakes with a troubled expression.
"Do you like them both?" Leon asked calmly.
"Yes.. But I have to only take one. If not, we won't have enough for everyone.." She said calmly, yet her eyes looked at the two cakes with longing.
Leon found her worried actions cute. He couldn't help but gently boop her nose and dotingly replied,
"Then just take my share. You don't have to trouble yourself in choosing among the two."
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