Chapter 1248

Jeremiah bowed in respect and said, “Your Majesty’s command is one I dare not disregard. After all, I am but a humble servant. However, Lady Carissa is here to visit Lord Gerald, and there is no personal enmity between them. I do not foresee any dispute.”

In front of the thousand–year–old fox, Kylie was no more than a young weasel with ill intentions but clumsy methods.

Using her position as queen, Kylie boldly plotted against Carissa. She was fully aware that it could cost her grandfather his life, yet she showed no concern at all.

Contrary to Carissa’s expectations, Jeremiah was indeed willing to testify and would argue on her behalf with reason.

He cast a cold glance at the Quinton family. “Ah, a fine group of devoted descendants. Lord Gerald should have no regrets.

Anyone who understood the situation lowered their heads, too afraid to meet Jeremiah’s gaze.

Before Carissa could speak, Marjorie stood up. “Commander Sinclair, thank you for bringing Mr. Dalton to treat my father–in–law. Your kindness is truly appreciated.”

Kylie clearly hadn’t expected her mom to speak up, and her expression darkened in an instant.

“Mom, it is enough for the royal physician to attend to grandfather. A village physician like this has no business treating him.”

She knew that Sebastian was proud, and by insulting him, he would likely leave in a huff. If she could best Carissa at this moment, she wouldn’t care if she offended Sebastian.

Quinton family members, realizing the implications, shifted uneasily. The medicine Gerald had used in the past

even beyond the chief physician in the Royal Medical Department. If the Quinton family offended him, who would be able to call upon his services in

Sebastian to take offense, but to their

what an honor. At least I’m a physician recognized by the queen herself.”

to see me? Please lead the way,” Carissa said, dismissing the need for further pleasantries. “I dare not

had only come out

her the way,” Kylie said

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with Carissa, but Lydla grabbed her, even pulling her to Kylle’s

as ice.

voice was

replied stubbornly, her chin raised. “He’s seeking revenge, and I’m helping him. Do you

use your grandfather’s death to bring down Lady Carissa. I’m telling you now, it won’t work.” Marjorie shook her head. “His Majesty will not abandon Lady Carissa now. On the contrary, he allowed you to return to

I am your daughter, and you choose to side with outsiders and criticize me? Since you don’t care for me, don’t blame me for failing my duties as

to her chambers and keep her

shoulders sagged slightly, and she cast a disappointed glance

truly lost

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