Madeline was about to call for a meal, but after a second thought, she changed her mind, "I'll do it."

Ariana squinted her eyes, can this woman cook?

Before she could think clearly, she saw Madeline skillfully put on an apron and walk into the kitchen, picking up a knife to start cutting vegetables.

It's not that she can't cook, but since being with Patrick, she has never cooked again.

"Since Madame Patrick can cook, I'll assist you!" Ariana said.

At this moment, the study door opened, and Patrick walked out from inside. Daisy collided with him on the way upstairs, pretending to care for Ariana and reminded her.

"Ya Ting, your hands are injured like this, you should go to the hospital first, what if it leaves a scar?"

Ariana peeked her head out, "It's fine, it's just a little injury, don't make a fuss."

Although she said so, she deliberately showed her injured hand, so that Patrick could clearly see it from his perspective.

Although Patrick's feelings have faded, the childhood attachment is irreplaceable. She believes that Patrick will not abandon her. Freya looked at Ariana, who was pretending, and jokingly said to Patrick, "Don't you want to go down and check on your childhood friend who got hurt?" Patrick sighed helplessly, "Sister-in-law, don't make fun of me. She's just a childhood playmate." Because of Ariana, he was about to fall out with Madeline. After the birthday banquet ends tonight, with Madeline's temperament, they might get into a quarrel again. "I have to say, Patrick, you're digging your own grave and asking for trouble." Freya had no sympathy for Patrick at all. She could bring together the past and the present, and there would be no peace until one of them is defeated. She wasn't worried that Madeline would lose out. After the recent gift turmoil settles, there will be a fierce showdown between the women. Even with Lina backing Ariana, she may not necessarily be a match for Madeline. Freya suddenly felt grateful that Madeline had sent the two children to Sophia's place. Otherwise, it would not have been good for the children to witness this scene, as it wouldn't help their growth.

"Sister-in-law, please help me come up with a solution!"

Patrick was very worried, and of course, he was even more regretful inside.

"No solution, I'm afraid," Freya shrugged helplessly. She had originally planned to leave with Bradley, but now it seemed that they couldn't miss this meal.

Thinking of Bradley, she asked, "Where is my husband?"

Patrick pointed to the study and said, "Actually, Master Chen has a video conference tonight. I was quite surprised when he appeared at my house with you. After all, this meeting is very important, and as the sovereign of the Southern Nation, Master Chen must attend."

A meeting?

What meeting?

Upon hearing this, Freya was shocked. No wonder when she mentioned attending Lina's banquet, Bradley seemed somewhat reluctant.

Originally it was not that he didn't want to accompany her, but he had an important meeting at night. But in order not to disappoint her, he chose to set aside national affairs and go on this trip with her. Freya felt regretful at this moment, realizing she had been too selfish and had never truly considered Bradley. With this in mind, she turned and walked towards the study, standing at the door for a long time before gently pushing it open. Inside, the meeting was still ongoing. When Bradley saw her come in, he gestured for her to come over. Freya gestured back, indicating for him to finish his work first. However, the man stood up and walked towards her, bringing her into his arms. "There's nothing you can't listen to. Sit next to me and keep me company!" The person in the video saw Freya and respectfully nodded at her, "Sister-in-law!" The familiar voice made Freya raise her head and look at the screen, shocked to see that it was actually Lucas.

After not seeing each other for a while, Lucas has become more mature compared to before, and at the same time, he has become more majestic and clear. Freya knew that Lucas had been helping to manage the affairs of the southern country all these years. He had put a lot of effort into calming the people and stabilizing the overall situation. Lucas was considered the greatest hero of the southern country. Deeply respectful, Freya bowed to Lucas, "Lucas, you have worked hard these days!" After exchanging pleasantries, Bradley and Lucas discussed the affairs of the southern country. Because Bradley had not returned to inherit the throne for a long time, the people's hearts had been unstable. In addition, neighboring countries had been coveting the mineral resources of the southern country and intending to invade it. Lucas suggested that Bradley return to the country sooner to pacify the people. At the same time, he also wanted to send a warning to those neighboring countries that the territory of the southern country was not to be violated by anyone. Although Freya did not speak throughout the conversation, listening to the content of the discussion, she could not calm down for a long time. one of the main reasons why Bradley had not returned to inherit the throne for so long was because of her.

Before she was pregnant, she was worried that she would not adapt to the custom and weather of the southern region, and after giving birth, she was also worried about the Raven Pavilion matters. Upon careful thought, she realized that she had never really helped Bradley, instead becoming a burden to him. After the video conference ended, Freya directly threw herself into the man's arms, feeling guilty, "It's all my fault, causing you to disappoint the whole nation of the South." "Fool, while the people of the South are important, in my heart, you are more important than anything." Bradley embraced her, gently stroking her hair, and said in a hoarse voice. "I just heard from Lucas that he wants you to return to the South as soon as possible. When do you plan to go back?" Freya raised her head and looked deeply at him. Although she couldn't adapt to the royal life, she still hoped that Bradley could fulfill his grand ambition and become the pillar of support for the entire southern population. A country cannot be without a ruler for a day. The reason why neighboring countries have become so rampant is all because Bradley has not ascended to the throne.

"Just received news from Hawke that the special medicine has successfully passed clinical trials and will be used on Xavier. If all goes well, it should take effect in a week, so I plan to wait for Xavier to recover before returning together with him. The reason for this arrangement is all because the snake poison has not been removed from Freya. In addition, Gordon has mentioned that the frequency of snake poison attacks is also related to the climate, and the weather in the southern region is particularly humid, which is the peak time for snake poison. In a week, there will also be news from Gordon. By then, with Freya's condition improving, it will be the best time for them to return! 'Good, at most in a week!' Freya said. During this week, she can handle matters in the capital city and then can confidently return to the country with Bradley. 'After we return, perhaps we won't be as free as we are now.' The royal family is not like commoners after all, with many rules in the palace. As the monarch and queen mother of the country, they are deeply supervised by the people, so they must be more cautious in their actions. If not for necessity, Bradley does not want to take Freya back, but just wants to accompany her in the Imperial Garden for the rest of their lives."