You Hit My Heart by Kylie Stanford

Chapter 2056: The Predicament

Darrin replied, "Personally, I think it's possible."

Luther gasped. The royal family?! The Rohomes royal family was indeed formidable. If so, it would explain why no channels could find any information about Joyce.

Cecelia's face turned serious. "What did you say? The emperor only has a few days left? Are you sure?"

"Yes, there's no cure, but he is still conscious and not in a coma. This is the most accurate information I have. I reported the details to the Marshal half an hour ago. His instructions were for me to stay and keep an eye on Rohomes' movements," Darrin replied. "As for what exactly is happening in the East Palace, I really can't find out. Their security is too tight. Moreover, the Crown Prince is said to be ruthless and unpredictable; very few people can get information about the East Palace."

"Anomalies in the East Palace at this time are baffling. Is it related to the royal succession?" Luther asked.

"Unlikely. The Crown Prince has no need to act now, which makes it even stranger," Darrin said, his voice filled with doubt.

Cecelia asked again, "Has the emperor announced a successor? Will the Crown Prince ascend smoothly? Do you have any more information?"

"Honestly, it's uncertain. Currently, Prince Reuben is very popular, overshadowing the Crown Prince. It's entirely possible that the Crown Prince could be replaced as heir. Until the last moment, no one knows for sure; everything depends on the emperor's decision. This is the biggest risk right now."

"I understand. Rohomes might be on the brink of change. Did the Marshal want you to stay?" Cecelia asked.

"Yes," Darrin replied.

struggle..." Cecelia's heart sank.

you're worried about. Even if I can't come back, this is my duty, and I'm willing to fulfill it. Please rest assured; I will complete the task given by the Marshal," Darrin

how a power struggle in Rohomes might affect him personally until now. If Rohomes fell into chaos and closed its borders, how would they get Joyce out? Even if they found her location, she would be trapped by the political

heart sank further into

more complicated than he had imagined. Besides finding Joyce, they

will become even harder," Luther blurted out; he couldn't wait another moment.

arrange a private jet and apply for a flight route immediately," Luther

Warner, I'll go with you," Aaron responded

succession and Reuben takes over-he's friendly with us-he could help us instead. If worse comes to worst... we'll discuss our options then. I've heard that while the Crown Prince is ruthless, he comes from a legitimate lineage that values bloodlines despite modern meritocracy principles. Our country has never been on good terms with his faction and naturally doesn't want him to ascend the throne. If he does take over, border relations will likely tighten further with unpredictable consequences. However, if Reuben ascends, the Crown Prince won't give

walked up to Luther. "Think about your four children. If both of you end up trapped in Rohomes, what will happen to them? Iris just reunited

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with Reuben?" Luther asked urgently. "At this point, try to get information from him or contact Grizela

right now. I've tried but his whereabouts are completely confidential lately; I have no way of knowing

lost contact with Reuben. Before he left,

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was their only potential ally

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