Chapter 60 But Damian didn’t answer. He just stared at Deborah–her face, flushed with anger moments ago, now pale and drained of color. “What I mean,” he said at last, his voice low and biting, “is this: if you want the general’s estate to survive, then strip–and get into my bed.” Whatever desperation had been … Read more
Chapter 59 “You want to defend Ploria in your brother’s place?” Damian asked. Damian scoffed as if she’d just told the funniest joke in history. His eyes brimmed with disdain. “Do you really think war is child’s play? Do you have any idea that on the battlefield, blood flows and men die every single moment?” … Read more
Chapter 58 Deborah thought, ‘Go in? At this hour? Just the two of us–alone? That doesn’t seem appropriate at all.’ “If you’re not coming in, then get lost. I don’t have much patience,” Damian’s icy voice rang out again. Deborah drew in a deep breath and finally stepped inside. Her reputation was already in tatters … Read more
Chapter 57 O x Inside the side hall sat two young women. One wore a simple white dress, elegant and composed. The other was dressed in pale green, with a spirited and confident air. As soon as the woman in green saw Deborah enter, she stood up with a bright smile. “I’m Kaitlin Hodges from … Read more
Chapter 56 Deborah was startled. This was the pavilion–quite a distance from the hall. They hadn’t been speaking loudly, yet Damian had heard everything loud and clear. She quickly closed her book and walked over. “Your Highness, I just happened to-” “Damian, who’s come to see you so late at night?” A graceful figure stepped … Read more
Chapter 55 It seemed like there were guests at Moonview Manor tonight. Thomas blocked Deborah at the entrance. “Princess Deborah, it’s quite late. Is there something urgent you need to speak with His Highness about? I can relay your message.” “I have something important to discuss with His Highness.” There were some things she needed … Read more
Chapter 54 “Damian!” Emily glared at him, though her tone held no real reproach. “How can you speak like that? Deborah is only trying to help you.” “Since that’s the case, I’ll take my leave,” Damian said. Deborah stood up, not wanting to spare him another glance. His temper was bad enough–better not to provoke … Read more
Chapter 53 Luann came to summon Deborah, saying that Emily wanted to see her. Zyla was particularly nervous because, the last time Luann had sent someone to capture the assassin, she had completely looked down upon Deborah. For Zyla, anyone connected to Emily was someone to be cautious of. Zyla helped Deborah to her feet … Read more
Chapter 52 Everyone froze in their tracks and turned around, all eyes fixed on Deborah. They thought, ‘Is Prince Damian really going to carry Princess Deborah?‘ It suddenly hit them. When Damian and Deborah had arrived earlier, Deborah had been limping. If she had actually walked all the way from the bottom of the cliff … Read more
Chapter 51 Gwendolyn collapsed. Nigel immediately stepped forward and caught her. “Gwendolyn…” His eyes were filled with restrained pain. But Gwendolyn shook her head, blood staining the corners of her mouth. Her body was in excruciating pain, yet her heart felt strangely warm. “Your Highness’s hand…” Nigel glanced at his palm. The force from the … Read more