qGuilt laced William's face as he apologized, “I'm extremely sorry, Francesca... You two seem to always fight because of me.”

“That has nothing to do with you. He's just petty.” Francesca huffed out of irritation. “The two of us are just friends and nothing else. Plus, I'm taking care of you because I'm treating you as a patient with no ulterior motives. Yet, he still doesn't trust me.”

A hint of disappointment flashed across William's eyes as he heard what Francesca had said. He was right to think that Francesca had no feelings for him but only viewed him as a patient and a friend.

However, his lips quickly curled upward into a smile. He turned to look at Francesca. “I suppose his emotions just got the best of him. He cares a lot about you, so sometimes, he overreacts.”

Francesca did not respond but merely ate her breakfast.

“Francesca...” William looked at her with mixed emotions in his eyes. A hesitant look appeared on his face.

“What is it?” Francesca could tell something was bothering him.

The shrimp dumplings are not bad today.

“Just spit it out. You're a

that Danrique will be involved too.” William looked concerned. “It'll be the end if he's dragged

would he be involved?”

poison in my castle, His Majesty's first reaction will be to investigate your background. Even though your identity would be a good credential, it might not be enough to get rid of his bias toward

out I'm Danrique's fiancée?” Francesca finally

regretful. “I'm worried that Robin would reveal that detail. I had hesitated to report it to His Majesty because I was afraid that it would get you and Danrique involved. I shouldn't have invited you here.”

well. There wouldn't be much difference even if my identity is revealed. However, it's not

understand.” William nodded profusely. “I'm worried too. Let's just hope Robin did not

so too. But even if he does, it's understandable. After all, this case had affected more than

chance they got as well. However, these are all just my speculations. Robin might not mention anything. In fact, he might not even

realization dawned on her. “Are

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