The Pope seemed rather upset about Charles injuring his eyes and couldn't restrain his outburst of anger at the latter.0

Being on the receiving end of such treatment, Charles certainly wouldn't reciprocate with any positive response. He pushed back with a firm and assertive attitude.0

Eventually, the two parted ways on less than amicable terms, and this was the first time they had such a falling out.0

As he watched the Pope storm out of the room with a gloomy expression, Laesto wheeled himself over to Charles and commented with a hint of surprise in his voice, "He cares so much about you?"0

The corners of Charles' lips curled up slightly in a disdainful smile. "Do you think that's possible? He's probably worried that I won't be able to explore the islands for him anymore. It won't be easy...1