Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Chapter 1381

Upon hearing that Hayden had taken his own life, Nicholas was momentarily stunned.

Then, he cried out in a voice filled with despair, "Dad, you didn't have to die for your crimes! I promised I would take the blame for you!"

Chaya hadn't planned on living anyway, having resolved to follow Hayden to the grave. So, when she heard Nicholas' words, she fearlessly rushed forward and struck him on his head.

Her fist was powerful, landing squarely on the top of his skull. Nicholas felt as if a bolt of lightning had struck him. For a long moment, his head buzzed. Finally, he looked up and glared at her, a venomous look in his eyes.

Chaya spat at him and coldly said, "You wretched man! You've used the lives of Nerovia's people and the old retainers of the estate to blackmail Prince Hayden into taking the fall for you. Prince Hayden never had any intention of rebellion. Even under your strict surveillance, he tried to send word to Commander Sinclair. Don't you dare tarnish his name!"

After Chaya finished speaking, she dropped to her knees. With tears in her eyes, she pleaded, "Your Majesty, please see the truth. Prince Hayden never plotted against you. It was Prince Nicholas who said that if his plan succeeded, everything would be fine. If it failed, he would have the people of Nerovia slaughtered.

"That is how he has always manipulated Prince Hayden. Nicholas killed all of Prince Hayden's allies; there are hardly any left now. Prince Hayden said he was ashamed of raising such a villainous son and couldn't face the world. So, he chose to take his own life. Please, Your Majesty, send help to Nerovia. The people there will die!"

As Chaya spoke, she remembered Hayden's final moments, and her heart ached with unbearable sorrow. She began to weep uncontrollably, her cries echoing through the hall.

Concerned that her grief might cause her to lose her composure, Davis quickly spoke up, "Ms. Kingsley, please don't cry. The people of Nerovia are safe. A messenger carrying Prince Hayden's emblem was sent there long ago. The court has already taken control of Nerovia. No harm will come to its people." Nicholas jerked his head up, his face ashen.

"Impossible!" he blurted out.

to recognize the real one? If they saw it was fake, they would never allow

enough

know? We've already taken over Nerovia. Otherwise, how would we know about your secret code with Mr. Murphy? How else could Mr. Spencer have impersonated Mr.

Davis deliberately mentioned

he hoped

of the

This was meant to offset

the third

family's collateral branch, who

helped Nicholas

take the blame for his dad. Never

had been

revered Hayden above all else. But before taking action, Nicholas had already secured the emblem. Looking back, he realized he had taken it

left Nerovia so long ago, nothing would stir up trouble.

but no words came out. He lifted his gaze to Salvador, fixating on the

was so close just one step away-but now,

was all