Return of the Crowned Heiress novel Chapter 706

It seemed that making things official did make a difference.

As Stephan openly wrapped his arm around Felicia and walked out the door, Scarlet deliberately turned back to glance at Maurice, who looked like he was about to explode with anger.

She might feel a little sympathy for the poor guy, but it wasn't much.

Scarlet bit back a smile and quickly followed behind the couple.

At the shore, Maurice's men had prepared a ship for the journey. However, as soon as they arrived, Stephan took one look at it and let out a scoff.

Before Felicia could even react, another ship appeared—one far superior in both safety and defense. It was clear that Stephan had arranged for it.

Compared to Maurice's vessel, Stephan's ship was in a league of its own—something money alone couldn't buy.

Beyond just the ship itself, the crew was also on a different level. Stephan's men stood with perfect posture, trained to the highest standard. The crew bustled about, ensuring everything was in order, while chefs prepared meals in the galley.

After everyone boarded, Stanley strolled over to Felicia and called out with an exaggerated smile, "Mrs. Russell, what would you like to have a drink? We have coffee, juice, wine—whatever you want."

The key detail here wasn't the drink selection but the way he addressed her as "Mrs. Russell".

Maurice scoffed coldly and was the first to step inside the cabin.

Initially, he didn't want to board Stephan's ship at all, but their destination was unknown, and the open sea was full of unpredictable dangers—storms, hidden currents, and whatever else lurked beneath the surface.

If they traveled on separate ships, there was always the risk of getting separated, which could be disastrous.

Left with no other option, Maurice begrudgingly boarded Stephan's ship, but his expression was dark the entire time.

Felicia nodded before turning to look at Stephan. "You once said you had a reason you had to find this island. What is it?"

They had already promised each other not to keep any secrets from the other.

Felicia had spent so much of her life trying to handle things alone, carrying every burden by herself. But now, things were different. She wasn't alone anymore. In this relationship, she wanted to share Stephan's burdens too.

Stephan reached out and gently traced his fingers along the back of her neck. Her skin was soft and smooth, supple and comfortable to the touch.

"Do you remember the story I told you about that island?" he asked, raising an eyebrow.

Felicia nodded. "I do."

Back when they were in the rainforest, she was chased by a giant python for quite some time. After Stephan saved her, they tended to each other's wounds, and he told her about the legend of the island.