Chapter 390

Richard sat in his bedroom, already prepared for the bout that would bring everything to a natural conclusion.

His expression is impassive, he sat before a mirror and wondered what he would do after he had won.

It was a question he needed to answer before he could take the right to the Crown in good faith.

He was no leader, so was he willing to become one all because he wished to avenge his mother?

Letting out a sigh, he thought to call his beloveds only for someone to knock at his door.

“Come in.” He calmly responded.

Moments later, Gina entered alongside her father, Elder Wu, both of whom had their heads down as they found themselves unable to meet Richard's gaze.

Seconds passed before Richard inquired. “Why are you here?”

“... I… no, we are sorry, your highness. We were scared and…”

“And so you decided as long as you survived, an innocent man paying the price would not be too bad.”

“That…”

“Sums it up nicely. If only you had stood your ground, I would have made sure you both got th