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Richard had spent the past few days investigating the polo field incident. Ever the mild and affable man, the royal stable servants, trusting his sincerity, confided in him freely."I've discovered that the original person in charge of preparing the grounds fell ill unexpectedly, and the responsibility was reassigned to someone else," he reported. "The person who ultimately oversaw the field's preparation was Trevor. "After the incident, he denied any knowledge of the stones' origins and even claimed to have heard noises of things being moved in the dead of night, attempting to mislead others."But eyewitnesses stated that, in the days leading up to the polo match, Trevor returned late every night and forbade anyone from approaching the field. This makes him highly suspicious."Lacking the authority to manage palace affairs, Richard had promptly come to report the findings to George."Arrest Trevor and interrogate him thoroughly!" George immediately ordered Karlsen."Yes, Your M
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Two royal guards were on duty outside Trevor's room. At nightfall, a maid brought over a meal.The royal guards noticed that the tray included a bottle of wine, and they were quite surprised."Her Majesty the queen instructed this as a reward for your diligence in guarding him," the maid explained.The guards accepted the wine, saying, "Thank Her Majesty for her kindness!"However, as soon as they took a few sips, they began to feel dizzy.Thud!Thud!The guards collapsed to the ground.The maid carrying the food and wine then stepped into the room.Trevor, who had been asleep, was startled by the noise."Who are you?"Before he could act, the intruder pulled out a dagger.Just as the maid was about to make a move, the area outside was suddenly illuminated by torchlight.Trevor clenched his jaw."Run! It's a trap!" he hissed.Before he finished speaking, several royal guards stormed into the room, surrounding both Trevor and the maid.Realizing the situation, Trevor q
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The king's voice was low, carrying darkness and frustration, seemingly about to condense in the air."You're suggesting that Helena was the one orchestrating everything behind the scenes?"Jane staggered slightly from being yanked, but she quickly steadied herself. He was indeed protective of Helena, unwilling to tolerate even the slightest accusation against her."I'm merely speculating. Whether to believe it or investigate is entirely up to you, Your Majesty."George's cold, thin lips curved into a mocking smile. She always appeared outwardly respectful, but what did she truly think? Did she really believe he couldn't read between her words?"Have you visited Helena to see her injuries? Because of your medicine, she had to endure the pain without complaint, yet you suggest all of this was her doing?"Do you think she's stupid enough to harm others and end up harming herself instead? I, on the other hand, suspect you to be the true culprit!"Jane's pupils contracted slightly. S
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The man was dragged in front of the king. George immediately recognized him — this was a servant from Helena's palace!"Pour water on him."Splash!A basin of cold water was thrown over Luigi's head, forcing him awake. The first thing he saw was the imposing king, and cold sweat instantly covered him."Greetings, Your Majesty!" Luigi trembled uncontrollably.If the king found out he had been sent by Helena to spy on Faith Palace, he would be finished! However, since he had been knocked out, it was clear that the king had already discovered him.Luigi was shaking all over.George's jawline was as sharp as a knife, his thin lips slightly parted."Remove his arm.""As you wish!" Karlsen moved swiftly and ruthlessly.A piercing scream echoed, and a severed arm was left on the ground.-At Cloud Palace, Helena was about to settle in when Clara suddenly rushed in, her face full of excitement."Your Highness, the king has arrived!"The king had come so late; it must have been be
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Jane burned the secret letter. The flame reflected in her eyes, resembling hellfire, ready to consume all sins when the time came."Helena handles matters flawlessly and has a knack for manipulating people. From Timothy to Trevor, even when exposed, these people would rather die than betray her."So in the bandits' case, at most, we could suspect her but not produce solid evidence. It's understandable that George chose to trust Helena."What we need to do is gradually gather her incriminating evidence. Drip by drip, it will become a river. This time, it was the maid. Next time, there will be someone else."One day, when the chain of evidence is complete, Helena will have no way to defend herself. At that time, even George won't be able to shield her."This approach would take more time than killing her outright. However, letting Helena die so easily wouldn't quench the hatred in Jane's heart or clear Wendy's name.Jane intended to destroy everything Helena had and cherished, maki
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At Cloud Palace, Gloria sat in a warm chamber, the doors and windows tightly shut. The room was filled with smoke from candles. It was so thick it made her eyes sting and her breathing labored.Helena had summoned Gloria to the palace under the pretense of a discussion, but instead, she was left alone in this stifling chamber. The servants claimed the candles were meant to invigorate and clear her mind, but to her, the scent was cloying and of inferior quality.An hour passed, and the air grew heavier. Smoke swirled in the confined space, making Gloria increasingly uneasy. She rose to open the window, only to find it sealed shut, as if locked from the outside. She then tried the door—it wouldn't budge.A sense of dread washed over her. Was she being deliberately trapped?Sweat began to bead on her back as she coughed violently. The oppressive smoke seemed to claw at her throat like an invisible hand, choking the air from her lungs. Tears welled in her eyes as dizziness overtook her
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The royal guards at the entrance of Cloud Palace blocked the way."Your Majesty, please forgive us! Lady Helena has decreed that she is receiving an important guest, and no one is to disturb—"Before the guard could finish, Jane's calm gaze, cold and sharp as a blade, interrupted him."If you value your life, step aside."Just then, a composed and sultry voice came from within the hall. "Is it Her Majesty the queen? Please forgive me for being unable to greet you properly due to my injuries."And you — how blind must you be to block even the queen? I'll be sure to have you punished later!"The royal guards immediately moved aside, bowing respectfully to Jane."Your Majesty, please proceed."Inside the hall, Jane's gaze first landed on her mother, Gloria, before turning to Helena, who was seated in the center. Helena smiled faintly, but the chill within her eyes was as venomous as a serpent's."Your Majesty," Helena began, "I was just discussing with Mrs. Foster how best to rais
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The great queen dowager, Teressa, was George's grandmother. She had been living in seclusion on Mount Yalen for many years, focusing on her meditative practice. She rarely returned to the palace. Even during George and Wendy's wedding, she had remained absent. Helena had been in the palace for four years and had only seen her twice.Teressa was a critical person. Although she practiced meditation, she was harsh and strict when it came to dealing with people. Even Dina found her intimidating. If Teressa discovered that the queen wasn't perfect, she would certainly be furious and demand that the king divorce her.When Clara heard that Helena planned to invite Teressa back to the palace, she was immediately concerned."Your Highness, is that really a good idea? Lady Teressa has a deep prejudice against you. She once publicly reprimanded you, and when she's outside the palace, your life here has been easier. It's easy to invite a god, but difficult to send one away."Helena looked do
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Jane had come with George. She stood outside the door, listening to Helena's shrill screams. She couldn't bear it anymore.Helena was the kind of person who would never repent.At first, she had thought that making Helena suffer the same torment would settle their debts. But now, it seemed that letting Helena go would only plant an even greater disaster. She knew well enough to never underestimate a person's hatred.At that moment, upon hearing that the queen was also present, Helena's emotions surged. She howled furiously."Get out! I only want to see His Majesty! Wretched woman! I'll make His Majesty kill you! If he won't help me, I'll do it myself! I'll never let you–Ahh!"Helena looked down in disbelief at the sword piercing her chest. It happened too fast. She hadn't even seen it coming before she was struck.Forget Helena, even expert fighters like George and Karlsen had failed to stop Jane in time.She had moved as if she had teleported. Karlsen, who was closest to the
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In the afternoon, at Serene Palace, Mary had originally planned to go to Zen Palace, but she heard that the king had taken the queen out of the palace. She had no idea what for."If the queen returns, inform me immediately," Mary ordered her maid, Irene.Irene respectfully acknowledged the command, but she couldn't help feeling suspicious. Could Commander Morris' execution be related to the queen?Why else was Mary so anxious to find the queen, to the point that she didn't even have time to mourn for her?What Irene didn't know was that Mary only hated that Jocelyn had died too late, and that she had learned the truth too late."Wait a moment." A thought suddenly struck Mary. "Go to the storeroom and bring me that bracelet.""The bracelet? Your Highness, do you mean the mechanical bracelet you had crafted for Commander Morris, but which was accidentally broken on the way back to the country?"Mary's gaze turned hazy. "Yes, that one."Her palms began to sweat.–Outside the pa
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When George entered and saw Mary there as well, his brows furrowed slightly. It seemed that his sister doubted Jane's identity as queen and had come to test her."Your Majesty, are you finished at court already?" Mary asked with an ambiguous tone.George naturally walked over to Jane's side and countered with a question of his own. "What are you doing here?"He had not forgotten how she had threatened him with her life last night for Jocelyn's sake. It was utterly ridiculous.Even in George's presence, Mary's gaze remained on Jane."I had some words I wished to speak to Her Majesty in private. I hadn't finished when you arrived," Mary replied.George's eyes turned cold, carrying a hint of indifference."Oh? Should I step out and let you continue?" His words were harsh, laced with barely concealed hostility.Mary didn't understand why he was so wary of her. But time was on her side. She had plenty of time to uncover the truth behind Commander Morris.Mary gave Jane a slight bow
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Jane suddenly realized that the contract had a major flaw, but she couldn't let George have the final say. She immediately spoke up."Your Majesty, the contract doesn't mention–""What does it not mention?" George cut her off, feigning ignorance.Jane refused to let him play dumb on such an important matter. Her expression turned serious as she took a step back and bowed respectfully."Your Majesty, to me, you will always be the sovereign. Since the contract states the reason for my continued stay in the palace and has already been signed, please forgive me for being unable to regard you as my true husband."Her words were measured, leaving no room for misunderstanding.George gazed at her deeply. A few moments later, his expression turned indifferent."I also find it difficult to see you as my wife, Commander Morris. This is nothing more than a charade to deceive outsiders. Surely, you know how to play along?"Jane stood still for a moment before nodding slightly. "Yes, I unde
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Suddenly, a large shadow loomed over Jane. She looked up and saw George standing before her, his gaze cold and indifferent."I'll give you one year to sort out these matters." His tone was distant. "For the next year, you will remain in the palace as my queen. First, to make up for your negligence as queen over the past year. "Second, given the extent of Jocelyn's disruption, you concealed the matter and failed to report it, practically aiding and abetting her. Thus, you must bear the consequences until the situation stabilizes."Do you have any objections?"Jane was speechless.Another year in the palace?The disapproval she instinctively showed only fueled the fire inside George, making his expression even sterner. His gaze turned sharp."Moreover, I will pardon the offense of deceiving the king by the Foster and Morris families. "Commander Morris, in regards to your concealed identity and the marriage substitution with Wendy, there's no way Kennedy was the only one aware.
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"You have risked your life multiple times to protect me. How should I reward you?" George asked.Jane believed him.Her eyes shone with sincerity as she opened her lips and said, "Your Majesty, I ask for nothing else. I only wish for peace within the kingdom and to serve the nation with all my life."In other words, she wanted to regain her freedom and return to the military."That is only natural." George's tone remained indifferent. "But if one is rewarded for good work, one must also be punished for failing their duty." His gaze turned stern and imposing. "I am not satisfied with this petition."With that, he strode over to the desk, picked up a quill, and swiftly wrote with powerful strokes.Moments later, he flung the completed document in front of Jane.It listed all her failures as queen–neglecting palace affairs, disrespecting elders, and failing to bear an heir.Jane glanced over the words, and one thought immediately crossed her mind. 'He's making trouble out of nothi
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George's emotions were in turmoil. On one hand, he felt a hint of relief that Jocelyn was not truly Commander Morris. On the other, he was furious at being deceived. Jocelyn had lied to him, and so had his queen.Jane lowered her head respectfully, offering no excuses."It was my mistake."Smack!George slammed the confession letter onto the desk."Of course, it was your mistake!" he exclaimed coldly. "You failed to see through her deception, hesitated when you shouldn't have, and gave Jocelyn the opportunity to take advantage of you! You thought you could fix things after the fact, but the damage only grew worse."Why didn't you tell me sooner? If you had, I wouldn't have made Jocelyn the first female commander. I wouldn't have given her the title of General of the City Guards And now, where does that leave me?"As king, the truth was important, but preserving the royal family's dignity and maintaining political stability mattered even more.If he publicly declared that Jocely
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A while later, Jane heard movement.George had returned after his bath. He drew aside the bed curtains, gazing down at her with an imposing and cold demeanor.Her gaze shifted to him. He was dressed in sleepwear, his hair untied. His strikingly handsome face carried a murderous aura. He was like a haunting presence that sent chills down one's spine.Facing such a temperamental king, Jane had to remain constantly on guard.George sat down.He turned slightly away from her, his gaze icy and silent. He didn't speak, and Jane remained quiet as well, lest she provoke his anger again.It was eerily silent, like the tense standoff before a battle. Both were testing each other, waiting to see who would break first.Under his piercing gaze, Jane found it difficult to ignore the stifling tension. She preferred directness. If he had questions, he should ask. If he intended to punish her–Suddenly, George leaned in.Her breath hitched, and the blade in her shoe was ready.Fortunately, he
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Jane hesitated for only a moment before taking off her cloak.George kept his gaze straight ahead, his fists clenched tightly on his lap.After changing her clothes, Jane truly didn't want to hold back anymore."Your Majesty, I–"George suddenly looked at her, his gaze chilling to the bone."Jane, you'd best think carefully before you speak. The marriage substitution was my greatest concession."If there was anything worse than the substitution, he would not forgive her.Jane's gaze was resolute. "I don't want to keep deceiving you. Hmph!"George yanked her into his arms and silenced her with a fierce kiss. He kissed her harshly, as if he wanted to devour her whole.Jane tried to push him away, but he suddenly flipped her over and pressed her against the carriage wall. Outside, the carriage continued smoothly into the palace without obstruction. When it arrived outside Tyrian Palace, it came to a stop.Karlsen heard a commotion inside the carriage. It sounded as if somethin
