Chapter 1234

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Carissa cradled the cup in her hands, savoring the warmth. “Lord Malcolm, do you think you can offer me something that I can’t achieve on my own?”

Malcolm was momentarily stunned, unsure of what she meant.

Carissa gave a faint smile. “You should return now. I’ll be staying here tonight.”

The cold had begun to fog Malcolm’s thoughts, and he struggled to make sense of her words.

“Then, why not be direct and tell me what it is that you want?” he said.

“Nothing at all. I’m doing this for the sake of King Sigmund’s reputation, nothing more. Not every situation requires a trade of interests. Oh, and by the way, the Capital Guard headquarters doesn’t provide meals to those detained here. You can have someone bring food for Lord Gerald, or leave some money and we’ll arrange for it ourselves,” she replied, her tone sharpening slightly.

Malcolm stood, still confused by her actions.

bitter enemies, there had always been tension between them.

was something a woman

candidates for promotion to the court, perhaps below the sixth

won’t walk you out,”

meant. He searched his pockets, only to realize he hadn’t brought any money. With a sigh, he muttered something about

gone, Violet came rushing over, her face lit with excitement. “I’m heading back now. Someone from Hell Monarch Estate just sent word that Thia and Bun will be here by this evening. Since you’ll be

eyes brightening and her face glowing with joy, Carissa stood up abruptly. “Really? Then, I’ll… Oh, never mind. Go on ahead. After I report to His Majesty tomorrow, I’ll return

the capital after the battle, and she missed

echoing through the cold halls of the Capital Guard

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to the prison It wasn’t the finest coal, and

making were no one approached. His eyes were sharp, but when they met Carissa’s gaze, he instinctively lowered his head, using his body to

was imposible to read his expression. However, his rigid posture

the Capital Guard would

provide meals for you. You may have your families send food. Also, if anyone needs to relieve themselves, raise

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