The Lycan King's Fate Calling

Crystal's POV:

I was seething with anger, but I still managed to hold back the impulse to punch Rufus in the face. After all, the man standing in front of me was the most powerful one in the empire. I couldn't afford to offend him. Besides, there were also many guards present. Sᴇaʀch Thᴇ Findɴovel.ɴet website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

I locked eyes with him and accused, "You're the one who restricted me from leaving, aren't you? Why? The festivities are coming to an end. You have no reason to detain me."

Rufus sneered and threw some questions right back at me. "Why are you leaving in such a hurry? Why did you go to such lengths to kidnap Beryl and escape in the middle of the night?"

"It wasn't kidnapping anyone! Beryl is my daughter! Moreover, everyone's preparing to leave the capital. What's so strange about trying to go back home to my pack?" I jutted my chin out at him confidently. I couldn't afford to show any fear at this point. This guy was good at making uses of loopholes. The second he found a crack in my reasoning, he'd definitely attack until I crumbled.

Rufus raised his eyebrows after hearing what I said. He didn't seem to care much for my explanation, nor did he seem concerned about how I felt at the moment.

Then he called

holding Beryl and shouted at Rufus

Arron also hid behind me and stared

There are some things that aren't suitable for kids to listen to, unless you're actually okay with it." Rufus shot me a cold glance before turning around to sit on the sofa. He tapped his fingers on

indeed inappropriate for the two kids to stay. If I couldn't control

didn't want to just hand over my kids

"Don't worry. These two officials are my most trusted subordinates. They'll take good

Rufus wouldn't do such a

"Baby, follow these two ladies outside and wait for me. Mommy has something to deal