Chapter 527
Chapter 527
Xander’s words flowed through Athena’s heart like a warm, gentle current.
All her life, she had heard nothing but cold, cutting words. Never in her life had anyone spoken to her with such tenderness.
Back at the duke’s estate, any misstep would earn her harsh punishment.
Even when Athena tried her hardest to please her family, it never seemed to matter. They never once truly cared about her.
Yet with Xander, she felt like a precious treasure, truly cherished.
Athena clung to Xander’s arm and said with heartfelt sincerity, “Thank you, Prince Xander. Thank you for being so incredibly kind to me.”
With a soft chuckle, Xander patted her hair lightly. “Of course I have to be good to you.”
Xander’s words left Athena utterly enchanted, making her feel completely off balance.
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Athena glanced around at the surrounding mountains and forests, then deliberately changed the subject. “Prince Xander, I need to go to the temple. The pawn ticket is in the dry well.”
“I’ve already sent my men to retrieve it. With Ansel and Jessa on hand, you can rest easy,” he said.
“Then what should we…” Athena’s voice trailed off, uncertain.
Xander pulled a whistle from his belt and blew a sharp, commanding note.
Within moments, dozens of shadow guards appeared at his side, their faces tight with worry. With heads bowed, they said in unison, “Forgive our delay, Your Highness.”
Xander’s gaze turned icy. “Doesn’t matter. Leave none alive in these woods, except one for questioning.”
The shadow guards bowed respectfully and replied in unison, “At your command, Your Highness.”
Then, Xander gently raised his hand, signaling them to leave.
The remaining guards formed a protective circle around Xander and Athena as they made their way down the mountain.
At Osborne Manor, Kelsey paced the main hall in a frenzy, her worry mounting with every step.
Fletcher’s face darkened with fury as he growled, “Now you’re worried? Where was this concern before? I warned you repeatedly to keep Michael in check, so tell me, what exactly have you been doing?
“The Queen is in a towering rage! With all the evidence laid bare, you still dare to defend him?” Fletcher’s face turned livid with fury.
Kelsey was both shocked and fearful, but this was her son after all. At that moment, she could only try to defend Michael.
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She Kelsey tried to explain, “Michael has always been loyal and devoted since childhood. He’s only protecting Athena out of respect for their bond. I’m sure Her Majesty the Queen will show understanding.”.
‘The Queen only went after Athena,’ Kelsey thought with disdain, ‘because that presumptuous girl actually has the gall to dream of clearing General Perkins’s name!‘
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