On the stairs, Curtis replied, "Royce wants Calvin to sign an agreement that prohibits interference with royal affairs for 100 years, which essentially acknowledges the independence of the Emeria royalty. In the future, the Morris family will have no rights except for occupying that piece of land for living in Emeria."Curtis walked down the stairs, approached Margot, and said to her with a firm gaze, "I understand that you feel conflicted because of what Aunt Laura said, but you don't need to get involved in this matter. Let Calvin and the others handle it themselves."Laura was very angry and immediately shouted, "Curtis, how could you do this? After all the care I gave you back then, what are you doing now? Do you really want Uncle Calvin and his family to forever keep our royal family from holding its head high?"Why? Why did the royal family have to live in the shadow of the Morris family for their entire lives? Laura couldn't understand why it had to be that way.She started
Calvin turned to Laura and said, "Go tell your uncle that he should find the missing plane and identify the cause of the accident. I'll let him off the hook after he provides the Morris family with an explanation."Right now, the authority of Emeria was in Royce's hands. Since the Morris family's plane had crashed in Emeria's airspace, it was up to him to handle the situation.If Royce couldn't handle it properly, then Calvin would have to take care of it himself.But as for the agreement, there was no room for negotiation.Seeing that the others had compromised, Laura knew she couldn't push further. She nodded in agreement."Alright, I'll tell Uncle Royce."Turning to Margot, Laura took her hand. With tears welling up in her eyes, she said gratefully, "Margot, thank you. You're such a good person. I believe that heaven will surely bless you."Margot gently squeezed her hand in return and asked with concern, "Are you leaving right away? Why not stay a few more days?"Laura shoo
Upon returning to Emeria royalty, Laura immediately went to see Royce.Royce dismissed everyone around him, leaving only Laura in the room. His heart filled with unease as he asked, "How did it go? Are they willing to sign the peace agreement?"Without saying a word, Laura handed over a recording.She had been worried she wouldn't be able to accurately relay the messages from the Morris family and worried that Royce might not trust her. So, from the moment she entered the manor, she started recording everything.Royce glanced at Laura. Then, he took the recording and pressed play.In no time, the voices of Calvin, Anthony, and Curtis came through.In the first half, Laura's attempt at negotiation failed.Then, Margot's voice appeared in the latter half.Royce, already feeling tense, felt his heart tighten even further at that moment.As he listened to Margot pleading with Calvin and Anthony on his behalf, a complex mix of emotions welled up inside him.Royce had always though
No matter how powerful the Morris family was, they could not find even a single piece of plane wreckage.Royce had never thought that his plan would backfire and ultimately cause his own downfall.He definitely wouldn't be able to meet Anthony and Calvin's order in a month's time. By then, both of them would surely utilize their military seal to reclaim Emeria in the most brutal and violent way.Alexander was nearby, and he came over with information. "Duke Evans."Royce absentmindedly lifted his head and looked over.Alexander stepped forward with a stern expression and reported, "The Morris family's men are monitoring all perimeters of Emeria. There is no way for us to go out and seek help. If we really end up fighting, we won't stand a chance at all."Considering the safety of the people, the Morris family definitely wouldn't resort to using force easily.Alexander hoped that Royce could negotiate peace with the Morris family. After all, they were all Emerians; there was no n
"Duke Evans, the duchess is still refusing to eat or drink anything."Royce waved them off and strode into the room.He walked over to Zyla's bed and saw that she was all curled up completely still in her blanket. He sat by the bed and calmly said, "I've failed, just as you wished."As soon as she heard Royce's voice, Zyla, who was nestled inside the blanket, poked her head out and looked at him.She noticed his bloodshot eyes and damp lashes and knew that he'd cried. Zyla sat up and held Royce's hand. "Royce, let's confess to Calvin and Anthony. Even if it means death, we shall die together, alright?"Frederick, Regina, and Daniel had passed away. Now that Royce had failed, Calvin and Anthony definitely wouldn't let him off.A life for a life. Zyla would go with Royce to admit the crime he had committed. She would repay the Morris family with her own life for all the years they had raised her. She would never let Royce die alone.Royce was indifferent. He pulled his hand away f
This time, Calvin was determined to make Royce pay a heavy price. "Go to bed early and set out first thing in the morning. Remember to avoid being seen by Margot as much as possible."Calvin stood up and got ready to leave the study.Anthony stood up and said, "Alright. Don't worry, Calvin. Take good care of Natalie and your unborn child. I promise to complete the task and return the military token to you."Calvin nodded and left the study.In recent days, although they took turns keeping vigil for their three deceased family members, each of them was utterly exhausted and emotionally worn out. It wasn't until he returned to the room and lay down next to his pregnant wife that Calvin finally felt a sense of comfort.He held Natalie close and whispered softly into her ear, "Darling, you've suffered during this period."Natalie disagreed, thinking that Calvin was the one who had it the toughest.She lifted her hand and pulled him into an embrace. "Cal, I know you've been very tire
The next morning, Anthony received a call from his subordinate just before heading out."Mr. Anthony, a plane from Emeria had entered Amberville. Should we track it using surveillance cameras?"Anthony ordered, "Make sure the surveillance cameras are on in real-time, and report back to me immediately with the identity of the person once the plane lands."The civilians wouldn't just go wandering around at this crucial time.Anything that could freely soar in the sky was naturally connected with royalty.Anthony washed up and left the room after hanging up the phone. He initially intended to leave without alerting Margot, only to find out that she was already up early in the morning to knit stuffed toys for the children in the living room. Seeing that Anthony was coming downstairs, Margot greeted him, "Hey, Anthony. Why are you up so early?"Anthony paused for a moment, then walked toward Margot. "You're asking me? Did you even sleep? Why are you sitting here so early?""I did,
After finding out, Calvin quickly got up and went to the study.While the two brothers stayed in the study to discuss other strategies, Margot, who was sitting in the living room downstairs, suddenly received a call from Royce.Margot stopped what she was doing and hesitated for a while with the phone in her hand. In the end, she decided to answer the call.With the cell phone pressed to her ear, she heard a man's rough, deep voice came through from the other end of the line. "Margot, I'll send you my location. Can you come and see me one last time?"Margot checked the location that had been sent and saw that it was next to Crestwood University. She didn't understand why Royce would be in Amberville at this time, let alone why he wanted her to meet him there.With a wary tone, Margot said, "Why do you want me to come over? Just tell me whatever you have to say over the phone.""I told you. I'm asking you to come see me one last time. If you don't feel safe, you can bring Curtis a