From Slave To Queen (by Karyn Anderson) novel Chapter 218

Chapter 218

Aher ensuring Atheisa was unharmed, Kaider quietly took his leave.

Once Xander learned Athena was going in compete, he discreetly had her horse replaced with one from the Xander Manor’s stables.

The horse Athena rode was specially trained at the xander Manor, and it was highly intelligent and responsive to human intentions

When it sensed Willow’s hostile move, it instinctively fought back

“Prince Xander, you’re truly a mastermind!” Nelson gave a big li

thumbs–up, lavishing praise on Xander,

Deliberately dragging his feet to buy time, he added, “If you hadn’t replaced Miss Monson’s horse beforehand, the consequences would have been

unthinkable”

As Nelson spoke, he craned his neck to peer back.

He thought, ‘Miss Monson is so astute. How could she not notice the difference in the horse she’s riding? It’s been quite a after us

Prince Xander is just as tight–lipped and he never says what’s really on his mind.”

she still hasn’t com

Xander kept walking without responding to Nelson. His gaze was blank and distant, but what truly filled his mind was the image of Athena on the field.

Xander mused, “I always thought she was just a delicate lady, but what a pleasant surprise!

Unwilling to give up, Nelson asked, “Your Highness, are you not going to wait for Miss Monson?”

Xander responded calmly, “She’s already won, so there’s no need to stay for the rest.”

This victory cemented Athena’s reputation, and no one would dare underestimate her again.

Xander left feeling at ease. Nelson, however, pursed his lips, clearly itching to say something but held his tongue.

Muttering under his breath as the followed behind, Nelson said, “Your Highness has done so much for Miss Monson, but why would you keep it all from

her?

Nelson pondered, ‘How could Athena ever fall for Prince Xander if she doesn’t know about all the efforts he had silently done for her?

per will it be before we can finally welcome the princess consort into the manor?”

“How much longers

Xander gave a bitter smile as he silently wished Athena could know his feelings.

But the moment he thought of the three–year agreement she had proposed, he suppressed that desire once again.

“Athena doesn’t have feelings for me, Xander thought bitterly. “What’s the point of clinging to her like this?

‘ by then she still hasn’t changed her mind and insists on being with Ferris, then I’ll step aside and wish them well!

If Nelson knew Prince Xander’s real intentions at that moment, he’d be worried too

The pair bypassed the main gate and opted for aside entrance instead.

While Xander had arrived unnoticed, his departure was even more discreet.

Just as Xander was stepping out of the Beckham’s residence, a figure suddenly appeared directly in his path.

Athena’s sudden appearance took Kander by surprise, yet filled him with quiet delight.

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She looked as if she’d tushed over, as a light sheen of sweit glistened on her forehead.

Her rosy lips were slightly parted as the caught her breath.

“Prince Xander,” Athena smiled as she stepped forward until just two paces separated them.

Kander looked at her with slight wakwardness, offering a resigned yet gentle smile. He asked, “Since you already know, what was the rushi

Xander’s gaze lingered on the mod splattered hem of Athena’s dress.

He could almost picture her dashing over to see him

She could have been so focused that she’d falled to notice the dirt staining her skirt

A gentle warmth bloomed in Xander’s heart at the thought. So Athena does care about me after all, he realized.

Noticing the mud stains on the hem of her skirt, Athena flushed slightly and took two steps back Xander, why did you help me?”

She looked at Prince Xander and asked softly, “Prince

Athena thought, What a silly question, Xander’s feelings for me are written all over his face, yet here I am, running over to ask this.

Xander noticed Athena’s unease and offered her a gentle smile, “As my fiancée, it’s only natural that I protect you.”

“If it were anyone else in this position, he’d protect her just the same, Athena thought bitterly.

Xander, utterly oblivious to the subtle complexities of a young woman’s heart, simply nodded, as if in acknowledgment.

Athena could feel the excitement in her heart slowly fade away as hy’s words sank in, leaving behind only a quiet calm

He was itching to rush over and answer for Prince Xander.

He silently fumed, All Miss Monson needed was a simple affirmation! If he had just said it was because of her as a person, not just as his fiance, wouldn’t that have finally broken down the wall between them?

Athena took a half–step back from Xander, offering a slight curtsy as she thanked, “Thank you for your assistance, Prince Xander.”

Her sudden shit in demeanor completely baffled Xander.

He contemplated, I just saw blazing affection in Athena’s eyes, but how could it vanish in the blink of an eye?

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