Rufus' POV:

I ordered my private soldiers to secretly investigate what Sylvia had done after she left the palace today.

In less than an hour, one of my subordinates came back to report the result of the investigation.

"Miss Todd went to the black market to see Murray during the day. We don't know exactly what they had talked about because when we went there, Murray wasn't in the cottage. However, our people have taken photos of Miss Todd in the black market," my subordinate said before handing me a sealed envelope.

I took the envelope and put it on the table. Then, I ordered my subordinate to leave.

I stood up and poured myself a glass of whiskey. I didn't open the sealed envelope immediately and just looked at it for some time.

While I was lost in thought, I heard someone knock on the door before saying, "Prince Rufus, it's me, Maya. I'm here to bring you something to eat." S~ᴇaʀᴄh the FɪndNøvel.ɴet website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

in." I tiredly rubbed the bridge of my nose. My

inside, she carefully put a tray on the table. There was a bowl of soup and a few side dishes

haven't eaten anything for today. Please at least have some soup," Maya persuaded in

okay. Just leave it there," I replied, tapping the cup with my index finger from time to time. I tried to calm myself down, but I couldn't bring myself to do so. I became agitated

down the tray. She just stood in front of the table, looking

her. "Is there anything

sir? You look really troubled. Is

my lips into a thin line and went silent for a while.

Todd is in a good mood. She's been having a good appetite recently. One thing she enjoys the most right now is talking to the baby. She always rubs her belly and says

laughed, and I

wear. I know things like these should be done by the servants, but Miss Todd always likes

think about it, there is indeed something that seems very strange..." Maya trailed

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