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15. The Guards

Author: Zila Aicha
last update Last Updated: 2024-01-30 09:32:39
"I would love to say 'yes', but you know that 'Wood' is not a rare surname, it is too common a surname, Reece," Keannu said.

Andrew's face, which originally looked bright, suddenly turned a bit gloomy again. Keannu immediately felt guilty.

"I don't mean to destroy your hopes, Reece. I just don't want you to be too disappointed," Keannu said slowly.

Andrew nodded, "You are right, Your Majesty. It would be too quick to guess that the child is General Mackenzie's son just by looking at some training results."

"Yes. Just pay attention to him the same way you pay attention to that young Gardner. Oh, but ... I have a bad feeling about that kid," Keannu said.

The king looked worried so Andrew said, "Don't worry, Your Majesty. I will monitor the child more closely. I won't let him mess up."

"That's better," Keannu replied.

After that, Andrew ordered several of his subordinates to always be on guard around James Gardner and Riley. Riley didn't realize it at all, but James was starting to
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