2026-11-08 11:50:28
Previous Chapter
Latest Chapter
Chapter 66
The Emperor's expression changed."What did they discuss?""The guards couldn't hear them. However, the servant appeared to be carrying a letter."The Emperor remained silent for a moment."Don't disturb the Duchess. Follow the servant and find out where she goes after leaving my residence. Then discover the contents of that letter.""Yes, Your Majesty."Mariel did not return directly to the Empress's residence. Instead, she chose a service corridor normally used by palace workers to transport clothing and kitchen supplies. The route was longer, but far fewer guards passed through it.Just as she was about to reach the stairs leading to the rear courtyard, a man in a guard's uniform stopped her."Do you work at the Empress's residence?""Yes, sir. I've just finished an assignment.""I've been ordered to inspect everyone leaving the Emperor's residence."Mariel lowered her head, trying to hide her nervousness."Please, go ahead, sir."The guard inspected the empty basket she was carryi
Chapter 65
"At the Empress's residence, Your Grace.""Did you see him yourself?"The servant nodded. "I was there when he wrote this message, Your Grace.""What has he been doing in the Empress's chamber?"The servant lowered her head, too afraid to answer.Seeing this, Liora quickly rephrased her question. "The Empress wants me to find out whether they shared their passion with each other."The servant immediately fell to her knees, her legs trembling."Duchess Liora, please don't involve me in this report. I wouldn't dare say anything.""Then it really happened," Liora murmured, her eyes beginning to glisten with tears.Liora folded the letter and tucked it into her sleeve. This information only strengthened her suspicion that her separation from Maxwell had not been merely a security measure, as the Emperor had claimed. They had deliberately placed her and Maxwell with other partners to force an affair that neither of them could prevent.Maxwell was a normal man, and Liora had grown accustome
Bab 64
After finishing her words, the Empress walked slowly toward the door."Wait. I want my sword returned."The Empress glanced at the Fated sword resting on the table."You're not healthy enough to wield it yet. I don't want you to get hurt, Maxwell. Do you know how I felt when we shared our warmth earlier?""That sword is useless to anyone but me. You've already proven that yourself. I only want my sword back."The Empress studied Maxwell for a moment before ordering a servant to move the Fated sword to the bedside. She did not seem concerned, as long as the man remained under the watchful eyes of her guards."Don't do anything foolish, Maxwell. I don't want to be forced to give you that poison again. And this time, it might kill you—or your wife. You still have a choice."After saying this, the Empress finally left the room.&
Chapter 63
"How is she? Has she been injured?"The servant hesitated before answering, then glanced at the Empress."Answer his question," the Empress ordered."According to the information I've received, Duchess Liora is still weak from the drug she was given earlier, but no injuries have been found on her body. She is still unsteady on her feet and needs the servants to support her."Maxwell clenched his jaw and balled his hands into fists until his knuckles turned white. Although he could not yet be certain that the report was accurate, at least he knew that Liora had regained consciousness. Even if the Emperor might have taken advantage of the situation, Maxwell still had a little hope of saving her."Is the Emperor still with her?" the Empress asked."No, Your Majesty. He returned to his study after giving the servants their orders. His Majesty left the room lookin
Chapter 62
His sarcasm made the Empress laugh. She then called a servant and ordered her to fetch a medicine box from the adjoining room."I like the way you speak, Maxwell. You don't try to flatter me the way most men in this palace do.""I'm not interested in pleasing you.""What a shame. I'd already started imagining how pleasant it might be if we could spend time together without discussing the Emperor or your wife."Maxwell chose not to respond. Instead, while the Empress waited for her servant to return, he took the opportunity to contact the System again."System, examine my physical condition. Is there any way to speed up my recovery?" Maxwell asked inwardly, closing his eyes as his brow furrowed slightly."Can you identify the antidote?"Maxwell shifted his gaze when the servant returned with a small wooden box. The Empress opened it and to
Chapter 61
The document contained a list of nobles scheduled to attend a private meeting with the Emperor. However, Liora's attention was drawn to a note added at the bottom.[The status of Duke Maxwell shall be reviewed based on reports concerning his possession of a forbidden weapon and suspected threats to the safety of the imperial family.]'A forbidden weapon?''A threat?'Liora's heart began to pound faster. She quickly examined the next page and discovered a draft decree that had not yet been signed.If the accusations were approved, Maxwell could lose all his titles and privileges as a duke. The Emperor would even have legal grounds to detain him without a public hearing.Liora finally understood why the Emperor was so certain that Maxwell would be unable to protect her. He was apparently preparing a justification to get rid of her husband.'Maxwell has always been loyal to the kingdom. He has never neglected his duties. What grounds and evidence are there for this report?'Liora grew in
You may also like
Skythunder System
Scoco23.1K viewsThe Decillionaire Heir
Dragonslav60.1K viewsThe Ultimate Man
M. K. Diana74.0K viewsSystem Super Daily Login
Khusayni94.0K viewsMY LEVEL SYSTEM, WHO IS THE WEAK ONE NOW?
Labyrinth 187 viewsGhost Node: Glitching the City System
Real Brainy46 viewsThe Conqueror's Leader
S Thebe 319 viewsContract of Shadows: Madrid
dara262 views