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his enemy before heading back.

My confusion grew when I noticed that we were headed in a different direction instead of going back to the palace. And then, I remember my encounter with His Majesty a while ago in my office. He's pro bly staying in one of the hotels here and wanted to see the face of However, it still makes me wonder why the hell these people are treating us nicely. I wasn't even in handcuffs. It makes me think that they've been being nice to me because they know that the moment I stand before the Lycan King, that will be the end of me. My heart stopped with the thought of it. But I already made peace with it. I already accepted that this time will come and that I will meet my end sooner or later. I was just worried that Elara would be caught in between this chaos. She did nothing but help me. I felt guilty that she would be in a terrible situation because of that. I was so lost in my thought that I didn't notice that we were already parked outside the hotel. I was confused when I saw Beta Scott standing beside the car, and it seems like he already opened the car door for me.

"What the hell is happening?" I murmured to myself.

Despite my confusion, I carefully get out of the car.

"Please follow me, my lady," Beta Scott said before leading the way. Before

I did, I turned around to check on Elara. The furrow on my forehead deepened when I saw her smiling and making conversation with the guards. Elara seems to notice the pair of eyes that was looking at her, so she turned towards my directions. I was caught off guard when she waves at me with excitement. "She'll be fine, my lady. Don't worry about her," Beta Scott assured.

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what I'm worried about, honestly," I blurted out. I blew a loud

was wondering whether I will be able to get out of this hotel alive. After a few minutes, we finally reached the top floor. Te elevator door opened, and I immediately noticed the only door on

I'm feeling right now. Is this how people on death row feel when they're about

walked inside his hotel room, the door clicking shut behind us. The soft glow of ambient lighting bathed the space in a warm, golden hue, casting elegant shadows on the polished marble floors and the tastefully arranged modern art pieces. My heart pounded with the looming threat

relaxation, while floor-to-ceiling windows framed a breathtaking view of the city skyline. The soft murmur of a classical piano piece played in the background, filling the room with an air of sophistication that was almost comforting. I couldn't help but let my eyes wander, taking in every detail-the sleek, minimalist design, the luxurious fabrics, the subtle scent of fresh roses that lingered in the air. I almost laughed at the irony of it all. Here I was, possibly standing on the brink

I wouldn't mind dying here, in this room that seemed to belong to a world far removed from the one I

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glass while his other hand

Lady Sage, is here," Beta Scott announced. He bowed

when I saw that he was about to leave. In fear that I won't be able to say whatever I have to say as soon as I am left alone with s

a

ask this, but please, can His Majesty confirm to me what Beta Scott said a while ago regarding

asked. asked.

about the safety of your attendant than yours?" said his deep baritone

I

the charges against her as

I felt shivers down my spine as soon as I saw the chilling

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