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.

not bad today. Give it a taste.” William quickly changed

on edge. “Just spit it out. You're a grown adult,

incident, there is a possibility that Danrique will be involved too.” William looked concerned. “It'll be the end if

How would he be involved?” Francesca was

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

out I'm Danrique's fiancée?” Francesca

to His Majesty

am here to give you a check-up. Detecting poison can be considered part of my job as well. There wouldn't be much difference even if my identity is revealed. However, it's not the best scenario if Danrique is involved. He's in a difficult position in Erihal. Dangers surround him at every turn. Even though he is capable and calm, I've never done anything

profusely. “I'm worried too. Let's just

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

fiancée, His Majesty might actually interrogate you. My relatives would probably harm you the first chance they

changed drastically as realization dawned on

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