Julian had to take a moment to process the domestic chaos he had missed while he was dead to the world in his own bed. He stood with his lesson plan in hand, looking at the pair before him.
The Duke's presence was like a mountain sitting in a small room. The 'Empathic Resonance' skill he had unlocked earlier flickered to life. It was a bonus reward he got after watching the Duke's past.
And it seemed like it was in effect right at that moment.
From the Duke, Julian felt a strange curiosity and a layer of stubborn determination. From Lucius, there was a radiant, golden pulse of pure adoration.
Julian sighed and adjusted the parchment in his hand. If the Duke wanted to be a better parent, Julian was more than happy to give him a crash course—even if it meant Julian's heart rate stayed at a steady 100 beats per minute.
