Chapter 812 Impulsive Vow To An Enigmatic Husband

Skyler let out a sigh of relief, her nerves finally unwinding after a day stretched taut like a violin string. She sank into the armchair in the corner of the room, the kind you’d find in a cozy, book-lined study, and pulled out her phone. Tapping on the Wha***pp icon, she scrolled to her chat with Iris. [Hey, Iris, you asleep yet?] Iris replied almost instantly, [I’m really scared!] Reading that simple line, Skyler felt a lump forming in her throat. [Don’t be scared, kiddo. I’m just getting hitched in the Capital, not walking into a lion’s den. And hey, your future brother-in-law is a gem. Plus, I’ll be on the lookout, making sure no one ever messes with you again.] Iris typed back, [Skyler…] Skyler continued, [Did you finish your homework from the tutor today?] iris responded, [Yes, I did everything like you told me. I’m working hard so I can get into the same college as you did…] [That’s my girl. I’ll settle down here in the Capital, and in a few years, I’ll have you join me for college.]e2 Iris excitement was palpable even through text. [Does that mean I can see you every day?] [Absolutely!] [Yay! I can’t wait to be with you every day.] Iris was just eleven, and she couldn’t fathom what her sister faced in the Capital. She took Skyler’s words to heart, believing them without question. Skyler couldn’t help but smile at her sister’s happiness. [It’s late, Iris. Time for bed.] [Goodnight!] Iris added a kiss emoji. [Night, Iris…]