The Lycan King's Fate Calling

Sylvia's POV:

To make it appear as though I was utterly upset, I purposefully paced back and forth across the room and touched nothing from the small tea table, which was full of my favorite desserts.

I made a mournful face as I touched my baby bump.

At this time, Maya walked in, set down the fresh sheet in her hand, and asked, "What's wrong, Miss Todd? You seem to be in a bad mood."

"Nothing," I answered weakly.

It was raining cats and dogs outside today, and Harry didn't come to make trouble again, so the weather might have been a factor for that. Meanwhile, Rufus went to the city hall to preside over some important meetings, and he might come back very late.

Maya didn't leave. She walked up to me and asked gingerly, "Miss Todd, are you affected by the rumors circulating in the palace?"

reaction and asked, "Have

Maya nodded cautiously.

on the sofa. "Tell me more. Has it spread

you did all these for your sake, so Prince Rufus could ascend the throne and you could be

I fell silent

in a flurry of lightning

the fireplace kept the room warm. Maya held my hand and comforted me

even beat them because they were gossiping about you," Maya said, showing me the bruises and scratches on her hand. There was no grievance on her face, but only pride as she added, "These are the meridians of victory. I beat those snarky bitches, so they won't dare to gossip about you anymore." I felt sad as I gently caressed Maya's bruised

don't have to be so polite and formal to me. I should look out for you since I am older

reached out to put a comforting hand on her

the imperial capital, I was afraid of getting hurt, so I was always vigilant and never let my guard down. It was her presence that helped me better adapt to this world that

I would always be

in front of me really that same