Chapter 69

“I would like to apologise for my earlier behaviour, it was most improper of me, and before you drink, I would like to propose a toast instead.”

Spinning on the spot, Rex scowled instantly at who had interrupted him, Minet was standing next to Lizz, a tray of drinking glasses in her hand, with drinks already poured ready to go.

“I have also asked Lacey to join us, but it seems she has not cooled down from earlier, but I did try my lord” Minet said, speaking in her soft silky voice again.

“What is it?” Rex asked, eyeing the glasses of drinks suspiciously.

“Almond and peach wine, from our finest vineyards” Minet replied with a smile.

“Isn’t peach and almond smell the premise for poison?” Lizz enquired, looking at the poured drinks with the same expression as Rex.

“Poising the prince would cause the annihilation of my family from the emperor in response, which helps none of us, so that is a silly presumption to make” Minet answered, showing a slight hint of annoyance at Lizz.

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