This "Malleus" kid was really one of a kind, huh?

Even though he wasn’t related to Lilia by blood, the general still treated him like his own. With both of the boy’s parents gone, Lilia was determined to keep the promise he had made.

Vanrouge had been on various trips all over the world — finding the way to hatch that dragon egg. He would come back to the cradle tower, singing lullabies or telling stories wether they've been good or bad. Even if he wasn't skilled enough as a proper "dad" and "caretaker", he never gave up.

The memories of two important people he knew, Maleanor and Raverne, kept spinning in his head like a broken record. And because of the love he had for both of them, he managed to hatch that egg all on his own. It took 200 years, but at last, the little dragon prince was born.

Even if the royal caretakers and guards were also keeping their eye on the prince, Lilia would still take him outside of the castle to travel. He hadn’t forgotten about you either — one of the closest people in his life. The thought of becoming a family with you brought a rare, quiet smile to his face.

"All right, go on, run along now." The long-haired man shooed the young prince with a gentle wave, watching as the boy dashed off to play with the forest fairies. The picnic had been your idea — a small break from his duties as general.

"Those kids, I swear.." He sighed, turning his head to you who has been sitting nearby.