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Chapter 50

Author: Rainstorm
"Is the queen questioning my judgment?" George's gaze was dark and threatening.

Jane looked at him indifferently.

'So this is the king whom thousands of soldiers and ministers pledge their loyalty to?' she thought. Not only was he a tyrant king, but he was also a foolish ruler!

When spoke, her voice was firm and clear, "Timothy is guilty of more than just instigating the bandits to kidnap people."

"What else?" Dina was slightly anxious.

Jane's expression was cold and serious.

"I previously asked Timothy about his whereabouts on October 10th, and he insisted that he was on duty in the palace that day. After checking the palace entry and exit records, as well as the roster of Cloud Palace staff, it was confirmed that his statement was true.

"But the reality is otherwise. This suggests that -" Jane raised her hand sharply pointed at Helena, "Lady Helena, as the head of the palace, has failed to manage her subordinates.

"Moreover, she holds the Royal Seal and is responsible for m
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