Return of the Crowned Heiress

Chapter 527

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Kayla was momentarily captivated by Pete’s tender, soft gaze that she could just drown in. Her face flushed a deep red from shyness.

For a fleeting moment, she felt that all the hardships endured during their arduous journey had been worth it–especially with how considerate Pete had been to her throughout. Her heart was brimming with sweetness.

After her bashfulness subsided, she finally registered his statement.

They had arrived? Arrived where?

Looking around, there wasn’t the slightest sign of any so–called kingdom. Could it really be a miniature kingdom, one so small that she couldn’t see it?

Kayla wanted to ask, but Pete’s gaze was already focused ahead.

the map, but all they could see were towering canyon walls and a pile of strange rocks. There was no

the crowd geared their frustrations toward Pete. Their tone grew

here! Are you trying to lead us astray on

because of you.

of guards won’t stand a

escalated into

but he stopped her. Facing the motley crowd, he said

map?” The same thought echoed

exchanged glances, their expressions a

when rumors circulated that the map was in his possession, he hadn’t confirmed it. Instead, he had used the Fuller couple as a diversion, claiming they were the only ones who had seen the real map and were

this critical juncture, he suddenly admitted to having the

How dare you lie to us? You’ve been toying

your hands. Why don’t you hand

and they started encircling Pete. Their intentions were clear–they would