Chapter 184
The ferocity in Fermin’s eyes faded, replaced by a reverent expression.
He bowed deeply, cupping his hands. “Prince Xander.”
Moments passed, yet no permission to rise came from within the carriage.
Fermin’s expression stiffened, utterly baffled as to why.
Xander was cold and aloof, his temperament utterly unpredictable.
None of the princes or princesses dared cross Xander. They all showed him the utmost respect.
Though Xander wasn’t particularly close with the royal heirs, he’d never given them a hard time before.
Yet today, before all present, Xander had publicly humiliated him.
Fermin was still weighing his options when he suddenly sensed a towering figure looming before him.
Xander was so close, he loomed like a towering mountain, blocking out all the light above.
A chilling presence pierced Fermin to the bone, making his hair stand on end.
Though it was the dead of winter, he felt a cold sweat trickle down his back.
Fermin bent even lower, his voice barely above a trembling whisper. “Xander…”
Suddenly, a sharp pain struck his head.
Xander’s icy voice cut through the silence. “As a prince, you stoop to such disgraceful acts. What punishment do you think is fitting for this?”
Fermin’s heart lurched, his face flushing with a mixture of fear and shame.
Fermin immediately fell to his knees, his voice urgent with fear as he pleaded, “Forgive me, Prince Xander. I know my mistakes.”
What Xander held was a wooden ruler, a royal prerogative granted by his late father.
This sandalwood ruler granted him the authority to discipline anyone, including the king.
If even the King was not exempt from this ruler’s discipline, a mere prince like him could not be spared.
Anyone struck by Xander’s sandalwood ruler would soon become a person of interest under his special scrutiny.
If they still refused to reform, Xander would personally intervene and deal with them.
Anyone he warned would be subject to immediate investigation and punishment.
Xander would always dig up dirt while investigating these people.
By then, even begging for mercy would be too late.
As the current king’s firstborn son, Fermin was Arthur’s most favored.
The court strictly forbade factionalism, yet all princes had gathered their own loyalists.
If the investigation went any deeper, the consequences would be unthinkable.
Chapter 184
Xander’s voice was bone–chillingly cold. “You’d better truly know your wrongs.”
Fermin broke out in a cold sweat, utterly terrified. He said, “I am truly repentant. I beg you, Prince Xander, please grant me anaher chance
Fermin couldn’t believe that Xander was actually standing up for Athena.
Fermin wondered in disbelief, ‘Wait… is Athena romantically involved with Xander?
‘Yet I’ve never heard any rumors about Xander favoring Athena!
Xander snorted coldly. “What are you waiting for then?”
Fermin scrambled to his feet, bowing repeatedly as he retreated several steps. “I will take my leave then.”
Fermin stole a cautious glance at Xander. Seeing no reaction from him, he quickly scurried away with his entourage.
As soon as Fermin left, Henry felt invisible daggers pressing against his back.
Without Xander’s permission to rise, Henry did not dare to move.
If even Fermin was scared out of his wits, Henry would be terrified.
While Henry was locked in inner turmoil, Xander loomed before him.
The overwhelming aura radiating from Xander bore down on Henry, so intense it felt as if his spine might snap.
Cold sweat beaded on the tip of Henry’s nose as he bowed his head even lower, barely daring to breathe.
Xander’s voice was deceptively casual. “Lady Athena now holds the title of the Viscountess, yet you abuse your power to forcibly detain her in your estate. As a high–ranking court official, what punishment do you deserve for breaking the law you’re supposed to uphold?”
No one could miss the simmering fury beneath his casual tone.
Henry was drenched in cold sweat, wishing he could sink into the ground to escape Xander’s piercing gaze.
With trembling hands, Henry produced a few sweets from his sleeve, his face a mask of sorrow. “Athena, I remember how much you loved sweets. These were all prepared for you. This is just a misunderstanding. Please explain the truth to Prince Xander.”
Athena stood firm and retorted, “From the moment I stepped into the Monson family, you’ve resorted to every means to block me. Had I not stood my ground, I’d be left utterly helpless.”
Xander’s expression turned icy as he declared in a low, commanding voice, “Henry, you knowingly broke the law, making your crime even more severe. forfeit six months of your salary as punishment and to set an example for others.”
“Yes, I accepts the punishment.” Henry closed his eyes briefly, a wave of desolation washing over him..
It wasn’t because of the immense power he wielded, but rather his natural, overwhelming presence that made people feel intensely uneary!
His voice softened considerably. Puzzled, Athena looked up at him and unexpectedly caught a glimpse of a trace of tenderness that would have escaped most observers.
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