CHAPTER 43 Late at night, the royal chef had packed up her essential belongings and was ready to exit the palace. She had never felt comfortable from the day she poisoned Evelyn's meal and heard of her death.Each time she recalls that, her chest pounds harder like it would break into pieces.She sneaked out of the palace through the back gate, hoping to sleep over in any tavern she came across and then continue her journey the next day.The palace was scary for her to stay. She believes her life won't be spared if her offense is ever disclosed and she is aware that Bianca, who was the mastermind, will go scot-free.As she walked along the way, taking glances at the back several times, she clutched her left palm to her chest while hastening her step. Suddenly, she caught a glimpse of a lady walking ahead of her with another at the front.She halted. “I can't be caught—” nibbling on her bottom lip, she stepped back a bit, only to march on a piece of cloth. As she stared at the floor,
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