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.

started to argue. They had reached the spot marked on the map, but all they could see were towering canyon walls and a pile of strange rocks. There was no trace of the treasures they had been yearning for.

frustrations toward Pete. Their tone grew increasingly hostile as they questioned

Are you trying

of you. If you’re hiding something, don’t blame us for turning against

better explain yourself, Mr. Carrell. Otherwise, your handful of guards won’t stand a chance against all

complaints escalated into overt

infuriated and instinctively wanted to defend Pete, but he stopped her. Facing the motley crowd, he said calmly, “The location marked on the map is precisely

same thought echoed in everyone’s

their expressions a mix

had never mentioned the map. Even 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 leading the expedition based on

at this critical juncture, he suddenly admitted to

bastard! How dare you lie to us? You’ve been toying with us all along! What are you

the map is really in your hands. Why

encircling Pete. Their