Chapter 1229

Inside, heavy breathing could be heard–panicked and unsteady.

Perhaps Gerald had never experienced such chaos in his entire life.

No matter how big the problem, he had always been able to handle it with ease.

But this? This was beyond his control.

The thought of dying here was mortifying enough, but the idea of his body being found in such a place was even worse–especially since, on the eve of the New Year, he had sternly scolded Carissa before leaving the palace.

“Come out!” Carissa shouted again, her voice sharp and commanding.

Two barefoot courtesans stepped out. The room was warm, heated by silver charcoal. Carpets cover the floor, making it easy to walk barefoot.

“Will you leave on your own, or must I escort you?” Carissa asked calmly.

The two courtesans hurried out, leaving Gerald behind the screen, trembling faintly.

embroidered tablecloth from the tabletop and moved behind the screen, draping it over Gerald. Then, she seized his arm

stumbled as Carissa led him down the stairs. Though his head was

it seemed as though Carissa knew who he was, and she allowed him

was bundled into a carriage, separate from the others, who were all being dragged

revealed his true identity, perhaps he could strike a deal with Carissa. Surely, with enough incentive, she would let him

Carissa knew who he was. With his disguise, most

moved along.

the way the cloths were torn, it was clear they had been ripped from tablecloths and

had

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further decisions to be made

of those detained were locked away in the

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hadn’t been used

bone–chilling cold. The walls were cracked, with small holes letting in

a fear beyond the usual dread. It was a fear that outstripped even the cold

companionship was normal. But in the eyes of society, having such a preference meant facing harsh

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