Chapter 355

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Chapter 355

Ella POV

When Alexander and I entered the lobby on our way to the parking garage, August was already waiting for us, his expression tight with concern.

“Diana just stormed out,” he informed us.

“Follow her,” Alexander instructed without hesitation. “Keep your distance, make sure she doesn’t see you–I want to know what she’s really getting up to in the capital.

“Yes, sir.” August nodded sharply before turning on his heel and disappearing through the doors.

Alexander and I hurried to one of his favorite cars and slid inside.

The King’s house was a short drive away, and if we were quick, we’d arrive just as the press conference wrapped up. We needed answers. Why Amanda? What had changed?

As he drove, I reached for Alexander’s hand, intertwining my fingers with his. I could feel the tension in him, the anger still simmering from our encounter with Diana. Slowly, bit by bit, his grip relaxed. He needed to be clear- headed for this conversation.

When we arrived, the news crews were already dispersing, their vans pulling away from the King’s estate. The guards hesitated, but after a beat, they stepped aside and allowed us through.

Inside, the King’s face lit up with a broad smile.

said. “I’ve

been a phone call

leading us down a long hallway and into

moment we stepped inside,

in the distance, muffled but unmistakable, came the sound of

Amanda.

on?” I asked, glancing toward the door.

A

this since she was taken into custody. I’m surprised she hasn’t lost her voice

“Just days ago, you released

actions and even helped arrange at least one kidnapping attempt against Ella and her mother. Dr. McIntyre backed up his claims, and with

Archer,” I murmured.

tracks well. So far, neither David nor Amanda have implicated fim

“That

said. “They’re afraid of him.

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we’re making a mistake messing with her, but when pressed, she’s short

Dr. McIntyre?” I asked. “Has she

She’s refusing to share more. Says the people at the top of this scheme are too dangerous and she’s already risked enough.”

in thought. I could see the wheels turning in his mind–debating whether or not he should share what we knew with

my

to talk to

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