Master of his heart (Brielle and Max)

Chapter 1224

In a world where words often fall short, a simple "Okay" said it all.

Jaired handed Kenzo the antidote, his voice steady but laced with concern. "Come back safe," he said as Kenzo turned to leave, a brief nod the only acknowledgment of the gravity of the situation.

Kenzo's knack for deception, even fooling someone like Dustin, had never been in doubt. His talent for subterfuge and strength meant that this mission, too, would likely end in success.

Once the others had left, Jaired's gaze shifted to Brielle, still unconscious on the bed. Chaos was brewing, sparked by Arthur's explosive statements to the press. The royal family was in turmoil, divided between loyalty to Irene and the crown. Irene's faction had always been a cornerstone of the nation's achievements, but Arthur, riding on a wave of fortune rather than merit, sought to exclude the princess from the royal lineage, igniting unrest among her supporters.

Arthur's iron-fisted approach to consolidating power left no room for dissent. He threatened the families of those loyal to Irene to ensure silence. The royal discord simmered down only after a long night of unease.

challenge lay in navigating the palace intrigue, a task he was prepared to undertake by any means necessary. "Meredith," he called out, summoning his sister, who had been standing guard. She entered, ready to report on

you're securely in office," Meredith informed him. This was a risky

Arthur knew his rift with Dustin was beyond repair. His initial plan to scapegoat the Lynch

Myles' unexpected betraya

anger flared at the thought of Myles, but he had to put aside personal vendettas. Dustin's successful rescue meant Myles' survival was unlikely, a

inauguration

a chance to mend fences. I tried to charm King, but with him back in Saudi, that's off the table. Yet, I believe getting closer to Dustin could be our best move. After all, I'm not exactly hard on the eyes, am I?" Meredith's confidence

her proposal. A union between Meredith and Dustin could

this is in your

unreadable. The search for Brielle had brought him here, to the heart of

I'm sure I can