Ross nodded, “Of course, no one will. That’s because I’ve found a better candidate.”

“Who?” Seeing his smile, Fred had a hunch it was something terrible. He said, “Whoever it is, no one is more fitting than

you, Your Highness. After all, you’re—”

Before he could finish, Ross interrupted, “Fred!”

Puzzled, Fred answered, “Yes?”

“I’m talking about you,” Ross said with a chuckle. He got up and slowly paced around the room. “You’re my mom’s most

trusted right-hand man, and she listens to you.

“You also know her the best. You’re the best candidate there is. Besides, I’m sure you’re worried about her safety, right?”

It was a casual remark, but Fred was stumped. Ross was trying to put him in a dilemma like Fred did to him just now. If

said he was worried, he

“I—”

but what if I

I can’t

“Your Highness, I—”

no chance

other members of the royal

and Hyderland if my mom and I have an accident

“You’re in charge here. Do you

hook?”

struggled for an answer because he knew

my mom listens to you

won’t affect

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