Return of the Crowned Heiress

Chapter 499

With this, those who coveted the map and the legendary treasure it supposedly led to swarmed in. People from all walks of life arrived, creating a chaotic mix of individuals.

The previously untouched rainforest, which had likely never seen human footprints, suddenly became a hub of unprecedented

activity.

What was even more terrifying was that, before the location was even found, disputes over potential spoils escalated. The clashing ambitions led to irreconcilable conflicts, resulting in fights and bloodshed.

The night was filled with chaos, with endless screams and roars outside the camp. Terrified, Kayla flung herself into Pete’s arms.

Pete stood tall and composed, his gaze fixed on somewhere in the distance. He maintained his usual gentle and refined smile as he reassured her, “Don’t be afraid. It has nothing to do with us.”

It seemed that no matter the situation, his demeanor remained calm and untainted, like an elegant gentleman unbesmirched by worldly problems.

Kayla didn’t know what came over her. Perhaps it was the fear or perhaps her feelings for Pete had reached their peak at that moment. She even forgot about Arnold, the man she had once loved so deeply.

her head, she stood on her toes, attempting

However, he avoided her.

reject her. He had always been so kind to her, endlessly tolerant. His deep and focused

said, “It’s late, Kayla Go back to your tent

her foot and

of fighting continued faintly, though they had

rejection was simply because the timing wasn’t right.

night, a sudden torrential downpour washed away all traces of the

the group, mixed with various factions, was on edge. They were filled with mutual distrust and scheming. Human greed was on full display, intertwined with the inherent dangers of the

following days, the group encountered

swamps, and ferocious beasts. Each mishap

regret coming along. It was far too dangerous. The place was teeming with snakes, insects, and rodents. Within just a few days, she had over a dozen bites and welts

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supposed “living map“, they were tasked with guiding the way. But in truth, they had only caught a brief glimpse of the map, which

couldn’t make any sense of