Chapter 67 Landon's Comment

Aria remained silent, her eyes focused on the grandfather clock in the hall as she idly chewed on her candy.

Salome took her silence as a sign of cowardice. She covered Lily's hand with hers and sat down confidently.

Yet, for some inexplicable reason, Lily's heart raced. Perhaps it was the anticipation of meeting Landon soon. She glanced down, her eyes resting on the wooden box. As anticipated, only the Whisperwind Herb could act as a conduit to the York family.

Titus picked up the box under everyone's jealous gazes. The masses were about to congratulate Salome when Titus said, "My family isn't known to be righteous. Regardless, we cannot, in good conscience, take away what belongs to someone else.

"Landon's fate lies in the hands of higher powers. The Whisperwind Herb is very rare, certainly, but we cannot take this."

What?

Everyone turned to Titus, including Aria, who lifted a brow in surprise.

Titus set the box down and lifted his right arm. Suddenly, four words appeared on