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Chapter 172

Author: Jaden
last update Last Updated: 2022-11-24 01:28:01

Though everyone was aware of the queen’s hidden and double-edged meaning behind her words, Marquess Pless was ignorant of it. She simply did not realize what would become of her.

Her expression looked smug as she quickly mouthed her words, muttering, “That’s right. I’m always on your side, My Queen. Pardon my rudeness, but I see you as my friend, a close friend, My Queen. And when rumors spread, is it not the duty of a friend to tell each other rather than hiding it? Is this not what true friends do?”

Duchess Saphia turned her head slightly and snickered.

Mrs. Cessley fanTed herself despite the temperature being cool enough. It had more to do with the atmosphere’s rising awkwardness.

Regardless, among the court ladies present, it was only the marquess who grew vIvanously energized by the topic.

“That is why, My Queen, I’d like to know… is there no problem between you and the king? I’d like to help you out. Please be honest.”

The noblewomen nearby tried their best to look disinterested
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