The remaining men narrowed their eyes as they watched Garrett and Jasper depart.The Jamieson family had introduced her as Miss Jamieson, their second daughter, but why introduce her to them specifically? The implication wasn't lost on anyone. They exchanged knowing glances and suggestive smiles; it was clear to everyone where those two were heading."Tell me... what do you think they're up to?" Harrison asked, his eyes filled with greed as he followed Garrett’s graceful figure."At most, they'll share some sweet talk and a bit of flirting. After all, the garden out there is wide open. Even if it's secluded, they wouldn't have the nerve to do anything... outdoors.""Exactly. Even if no one’s watching, they wouldn't dare."Daniel and Caleb both assumed the pair would, at most, exchange a few romantic words and a little public display of affection."I bet they'll go further than that," Harrison said, feeling a surge of excitement.<

Duncan flashed a smile, sensing there were many things he had yet to fully grasp.It seemed he had been too complacent. Perhaps because this place wasn't a lethal battlefield, his guard had slipped significantly. He needed to pull himself together. On the battlefield, soldiers fought and killed for whom?For peace? For tranquility?But what were these people doing here?Peace? Stability?Their struggles were even more horrific than the wars out there.Duncan looked at the depraved crowd and then at Alan Stuart. He felt that, standing among those people, Alan was at least somewhat reliable. He simply wanted to see what Alan would do next.Last Updated : 2026-06-12

By the next morning, Duncan was already back at the base, eating well and sleeping soundly. He didn't seem to have a care in the world regarding the events of the previous night.Miss Bunny, however, despite returning to the base with Duncan, had not been able to close her eyes for a single second."Miss Bunny, why are you up so early?"Aunt Sophia had just arrived with her grandson in tow when she spotted Miss Bunny standing in the kitchen.In truth, she had only come down to get a drink of water to clear her head, not expecting Aunt Sophia to arrive quite so early."Colin, say hello to Miss Bunny."Aunt Sophia smiled and turned to look at her young grandson, urging the boy to gr

Luca met Michael’s foolish question with a look of utter disdain. Feeling the weight of that gaze, Michael instinctively drew back his neck. It was true—he was the one being nosy."Anything new within the Cabinet?""The factions seem to be shifting," Luca reported solemnly, as if he hadn't mentioned the matter before.Watching their exchange, Michael felt they were both being far too artificial. The Cabinet? he thought. They’d be better off checking to see who Kate is about to marry."Shifting how? And while we’re at it, what’s your take on Alan Stuart?"Duncan’s mention of Alan Stuart caught both Michael and Luca off guard."He’s talented

Duncan looked at Bunny, his gaze hardening as the casual demeanor he had shown moments ago vanished completely."Miss Bunny, to be honest, I'm not even sure how much affection I truly have for you. It was simply that in my moment of weakness, you were there by my side...""And based on that small spark of feeling, I once thought I would try having you stay with me. I thought of providing you a life of peace; even if I couldn't develop deeper feelings for you, I would have eventually let you go to find your own happiness."After a brief pause, Duncan took a sip of water, staring into the clear glass. It was beautiful.Bunny was trying to maintain her absolute focus, hanging on every word. She didn't want to miss a single syllable he uttered.Last Updated : 2026-06-15