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Upon arriving at Lady Veronica's residence, she gets flustered as she noticed that the gate was lock and close.Lady Geneviève and Minister Kingsley notice her discomfort, scowling face. However, they remain silent and behave, not to say something offensive to Lady Veronica.
She peeks around the gate to see some roaming guards. Luckily for Veronica, she spots one.
She puckered her lips together to get the attention of the guard.
"Psst. Let me in." Lady Veronica calls out as the guard flinches to the sound he heard from the gate.
Then, his brows lift upward in concern while putting both his hands on his chest consciously.
"Do you call for me, Madame?" The guard manages to ask while narrowing his eyes to the Lady.
The Lady seems to view the guard to be unfamiliar with her. So she notifies loudly---
"Do let me i
゚⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧゚͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺"Your Excellency, are you nervous?" Butler Fred lowly asks, making the silent atmosphere livelier.Those pair gray eyes stare daggers at him as he furrows his brows to Butler Ferd."I don't have to be nervous in front of her. She's just my mate and nothing more, nothing less."He spits those words to his Butler without knowing the weight of it.On the Butler's ears, it is clear to him that he doesn't mind about the mate bond he had for Lady Ruby because for all he knows that Archduke Ridge placed his heart on Lady Genesis.'Was his love for Lady Genesis stronger than his mate bind with Lady Ruby?' The Butler wonders inside his mind, making the Archduke observes his obvious thinking gestures, expressions."Your painted scowling face is quite making me uncomfortable. What's in your mind, Ferd?" Ridge asks as he slides his hand on the couch to hang it freely."N-othing, You
゚⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧゚͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺A surge of arousal comes through their heated bodies as Ridge's sloppy kiss turns to be a passionate one.He bites Lady Ruby's lower lip to ask for permission. Then, the Lady gasp, making her mouth gape widely. Ridge immediately slides his tongue inside of her mouth. Then his tongue explores every corner inside while he perceives the Lady's hands on his waist. Their shared kiss tastes like bliss to them. Their saliva mixes and thickens as they continue crashing their lips.Thereupon, Archduke grunts in pure pleasure. His mate bond drives his sexual desire to be on fire so as his heart hammers into his chest.On the other hand, Lady Ruby is not used to this kind of intimacy as her pace couldn't match her mate. His hungry tongue shouted dominance. So, she surrenders herself to him, hastily granting Ridge all the privilege he could get from her lips. However, she thinks like she is kissing Archduk
゚⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧゚͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺"May I know what's been bothering you, Lady Paisley?" Genesis couldn't help but wonder about Lady Paisley's oddness."We need your help. Lady Iris is safe somewhere in the woods. You don't have to worry about Lady Iris. She is guarded by an annoying yet reliable physician." Lady Paisley hisses while telling Lady Genesis the fact."I trust in you, Lady Paisley. So, what's this plan you are talking about?" Lady Genesis diverts the conversation back to the topic she's interested in, showing an intense curiosity in her eyes.Lady Paisley takes a deep breath, and she vigorously nods, "we need to clear things about Prince Alphonso's issue. We know that the 'Iris' people were talking about was the psycho bitch. It wasn't the real Iris. We gotta do something to help."Her voice cracks up like her throat tightens to spit those words out, showing her utmost care for the lost Prince.Lady Gene
゚⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧゚͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺Thereupon, Lady Iris and Lady Genesis talk to William about everything. The man couldn't take the blow of how Lady Iris managed to keep her sane under the fake Iris's traumatizing hands."I am very sorry to hear that, Lady Iris." The man gives a pity expression, matching his pessimistic tone. He doesn't know what to say anymore since he knows that his words will never penetrate, shove her horrifying experience."Everything happens for a reason, I suppose." Lady Iris retorts with a weak smile, but a reassuring touch on her shoulder relaxed Lady Iris's emotions."However, that dumbass Minister will be back in two days. I wonder what he was trying to do. He was accompanied by the two Persley Ladies." He scowls while getting a headache to his phrases."For now, let's focus on what we can do. First, we've got to find Alphonso at all cost." Genesis says in a determined face as her eyes glimmers
゚⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧゚͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺Dereck didn't have a hunch that the Lady would ask him to play chase.He is utterly speechless. There are no words for him to assert.Typically, everyone in the Raphbarg Kingdom and other Kingdoms knows the chase is a game for the man to go after the woman they wish to spend a lifetime. In other words, it is a form of affection--- commitment.His eyeballs bulge, getting flabbergasted while the Lady started to distance away from him.The tapping of her shoe heels on the ground echoes in the niche while her fingers sway delicately in the invisible space.'Why is she initiating this game?' Is she oblivious to the concept of this game?' Dereck's mind floats, standing rigid like a stone. He feels his legs won't work."What's wrong, Dereck? Come on, or else we won't go back to the house," Lady Paisley playfully shouts, wearing a smug expression as she waves her right arm in his dire
゚⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧゚͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺The sun blooms, saying hi into the horizon. Its golden line stretches ever into the whitish-baby blue skies.The brilliant flowers on the garden radiate beauty under it.In the middle of the sunrise, his eyes flutter as he tries to open it.He groans, sitting on his bed while rubbing his sleepy eyes. He couldn't help but yawn and stretch his body.Gazing into the sun in the sky, he sheepishly said, "it's already another day."Shoving the blankets around his body, he gets up and peeks on the window.Astonishingly, his orbs darts to the people who are soaked in sweat and panting hard.All of his attention was on the Lady with emerald eyes.'Why are they there? Are they planning to sneak out early in the morning? Or did they arrived now?' He thought while putting a hand on his chin as support.He continues to ob
゚⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧゚͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺"What's the meaning of this, Head Minister Franco?!" Ridge feels his blood surging in wrath, clenching his hands together.All eyes dart at the Head Minister.Head Minister Franco is stunned to speak a word, and he feels the tension in the area. The other Ministers look at him in reliance.A sweat drop from his forehead as he tries to gain some courage."Y-You Excellency," He shutters as his throat tightens, making Archduke Ridge groans in discontentment."W-We asked for your presence in the Palace to select you as the heir of the throne." He confesses in front of Ridge.The Archduke rolls his eyes and shrugs."Tsk! That's why you urgently called me. Well, I refuse," Archduke Ridge retorts as he crinkles his nose."Let's get out of here. I don't wanna be here," Princess Corine whispers to her Knight's ear, using the tension as an opportunity to escape from the scen
゚⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧゚͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺All of the Ministers are getting starstruck by the foreign man's beauty. The foreign man did not yet say a word, making anyone anxious for an unknown reason.'He is kinda fishy,' The Head Minister thought.Moreover, the air becomes thicker and heavier to breathe in and out.The man's leaking spectral aura in his body makes everyone quiet, observing him. It's like testing the waters of which sides will react first."Hm? Why is everyone shutting down? That's weird," His voice seems is too good to be true. He looks around and scans their sweaty faces.They all get goosebumps to hear his gentle yet oppressing tone except Archduke Ridge.Meanwhile---'I hope King Hedery will wake up, Minister Kingsley. You can always rely on me as King Hedery's friend. And again, don't tell anyone that Grand Duke Kristofer is a sniffer. It's our Kingdom's legacy and weapon. Grand Duke's wolf is specia
゚⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧゚͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺~~~~After two months~~~ "Your Highness, have you read the letter?" William asks curiously. "What letter?" Minister Kingsley asks eagerly. Jealousy runs in Minister Kingsley's head as he didn't know about the letter Prince Alphonso and William see talking about... Royal Doctor William looks away from Kingsley's intense gaze. It's been two months since Prince Alphonso's return. He witnessed Duke Martin, Duchess Melany, Count Montre, and the other 51 nobles' downfall as they are found guilty of running the black market of Jumiere Kingdom. After that very moment, Prince Julian becomes the King of the Jumiere Kingdom, leaving Prince Alphonso proud of him. The Prince learned about Princess Corine's dream of traveling around in different places--- to his surprise. He also learned about Prince Ridge and Lady Ruby's closure, which was devastated. However, Prince Alphons
゚⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧゚͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺Lady Genesis and Craig walk together to the garden. To their surprise, their mother and father are standing there, crying and smiling. Quickly, Lady Genesis and Craig run towards them. They all embrace each other warmly while weeping in joy. Craig caresses his mother's forehead as he speaks, "I thought I wouldn't see you... I thought I lost you both..." "I am so happy that I and your father are saved from that place. We don't wanna be there again." Their mother weeps, and Craig hugs her once again. He didn't want to hear anything from them because what matters to Craig is that they're all safe. "Genesis, I miss you." Her father says lovingly while Lady Genesis wipes his tears away. "I miss you too, Father. No words can express how happy I am." Suddenly, a yellow butterfly lands in a rose flower. Lady Genesis feels a sense of familiarity with the b
゚⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧゚͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺"Fuck, now what!" Duke Martin exclaims as he protests against the Knights' hands on his arms.They forcibly pull him out of the prison, making sure they will bring him to the courtroom.With a flaring glare, Duke Martin lashes out at the King's face, "You! You will regret this! You foolish King!"Keeping his calm exterior, the King did not say a word. King Roberson turns his back as he puts his hands on the back.The Knights follow the King's footsteps as they walk into the hallway."You dare to ignore me, Roberson. You owe me an explanation!""Get the Duchess... I don't want unaccountable." The King orders firmly, making the Duke angrier."Don't you think of that, Roberson!"Some Knights move out of the group to fetch the Duchess from her cell. Panicked, Duke Martin wriggle
゚⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧゚͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺"C-call it off? Why do you mean?" Lady Ruby stutters, feeling a little discomfort in her heart.Ridge looks at her green eyes, and he immediately looks away. He clasps his hands together as he did not say any word.Feeling the rush of betrayal, Lady Ruby spat."I-I thought you want us to work things out. I thought you will make it up to me. I thought you liked me!"Her heart shatters into pieces."Listen, Ruby, don't you ever say that I didn't like you. I wouldn't become a better man to you if I cannot help my people first," Ridge bites his lips as he spouts those words out. He finds himself in a tight situation, and he knows this is difficult for both of them. "I can't go with you and see your parents---" Then, he looks straight into Lady Ruby's surprised orbs."--Therefore, I am letting you off t
゚⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧゚͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺In just a snap, King Edwin manages to catch the Duchess read-handed. She could no longer fight back as she kills most of her people. When the King and his Knights arrived on the scene, the Duchess was bathed in blood.Gritting his teeth, the King screamed in anger, "seize her!"In no time, the Knights quickly grab the Duchess. She tried to protest or resist them. But, she can no longer fight back as the King's ominous Alpha pheromones brings her to her knees."How dare you kill your husband, and your people! As a consequence of your actions, you shall be executed in front of MY people, Moina!"Hours have passed and the court members of the Kingdom agreed to make a public execution of the Duchess. They were stunned to hear the news from their King, and they did show resentment of the Duchess with her actions.Righ
゚⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧゚͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺A couple of minutes earlier~~Amelia ran towards the torture room, knowing the Duchess is already upstairs. She was relieved that she managed to get out of the Duke's room before she heard the Duchess's scream.The panicked maid opens the torture room without any hesitation. She gaps aloud as she saw the Lady looking so lifeless."Oh, fuck!" She swears by not liking the view in front of her. She quickly grabs a pin from one of the drawers, and she quickly heads to Lady Berenice's side.She taps Lady Berenice's cheek to wake the Lady from her deep slumber. Unfortunately, Lady Berenice is not responding to her touch. Her beating heightened as her sweat dropped to the ground.The maid continues to unlock the chains around Lady Berenice's wrists and legs."Search in the whole mansion! I'll send that pers
゚⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧゚͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺After some time in the day, Archduke Ridge finally finished doing some paperwork in Prince Alphonso's office. Some Knights are blown away from the Archduke's presence in the room, but what shocked them the most was that the Archduke is doing the Prince's work.The Knights were wondering... "Where could the Prince go? Where's the Prince?"Archduke Ridge walks into the quiet hallway in a haze. His mind is still uncertain about everything, but his heart knows he wanted to see Lady Ruby. He couldn't shake off his dirty thoughts with her because of his rut.Time has passed by and every second he misses the Lady.He desire to see his mate, but he knew that he couldn't. It still bothers him why Prince Alphonso left out of the blue while he was in a rut. He wants to send some punches on the Prince's face, yet he couldn't. There is so
゚⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧゚͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺***WARNING! This chapter contains sensitive scenes***The essential word for this maid's mission enters her ears. Her lips curl up as she silently giggles at her unexpected success.'It was easier than I thought. So, shall I return to the King to inform him about the Duke? Or should I go and check the Duke's dead body?' The maid puts a hand on her chin while thinking about her next step, her forehead wrinkles as she thinks carefully.'Should I untie Lady Berenice? No, it's not my main objective. But, should I consider it?' The maid thinks again. Then, she shrugs her thoughts off away from her head.Like a little rat, she runs away from the area without getting caught or leaving any trace of her silent footsteps."Ha! Look at you! You look like what I've imagined, Berenice! This is your family's fault." The Duches
゚⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺‧゚͙⁺˚*•̩̩͙✩•̩̩͙*˚⁺"You bitch! You are so dead to me once I'll be free from these chains!" Lady Berenice snarls at Duchess Moina, making the Duchess laugh hysterically."You? How would you escape? Everything is under my control. A useless woman like you cannot do anything." Duchess Moina mocks, keeping her laugh aloud. Her eyes seem to be amused by Lady Berenice's raging ones."I curse you! I hope the Goddess will punish you! You will rot to death!" Lady Berenice snaps back at her, and a tear gliding on her cheek.Duchess Moina enjoys the sight of the miserable Lady Berenice as her lisp curls sideways, making sure that Lady Berenice is seeing her delighted expression.Right at that moment, Duchess Moina snaps her fingers as she recalls something in her head, and she hums while looking at Lady Berenice's dewy orbs."Do you know why your father is a bastard