Chapter 309
Xander cast him a chilly, appraising look and let out a faint chuckle. “Tell me, Your Highness. Are you here to spy, or to lead
Xander’s cold, piercing gare made Fermin’s scalp prickle.
That penetrating gaze seemed to see right through him, sending an inexplicable wave of fear through Fermin
A cold sweat broke out down Fruman’s back
“Of course, I’m here to learn from you, Uncle Xander,” Fermin forced a smile, barely maintaining his composure.
Fermin thought to himself, I’d just gotten distracted for a second and said the wrong thing
Who and to spy on Kander? That would be suicidal‘
After saying that, Fermin felt a knot of frustration tighten in his chest.
He thought, am a royal prince of noble birth, yet I’m constantly under Xander’s thumb.
ever become emperor, with all the power Xander welds, wouldn’t he just end up walking all over me?
“Even as emperor, I’d still have to grovel before him. What a goddamn joke!”
As a flurry of thoughts raced through Fermin’s mind, a Bash of murderous intent lickered in his eyes.
Afraid that Kander might see through him, Fermin hastily lowered his gaze, forcing a sheepish, ingratiating smile.
Xander withdrew his gaze, his tone flat. “Prince Fermin, you are so admirably humble and quick to leam. Truly, it’s a blessing to Petanion and its people.”
“Thank you for your kind words, Uncle Xander,” Fermin said hastily, his tone laced with forced deference.
Meanwhile, Leonard was escorted into the main hal
He instinctively glanced at Fermin, only to find Fermin returning his look with deceptively calm eyes that held a veiled warning.
Leonard nursed a grudge and shot Fermin a look of barely concealed defiance
But in the next instant, his gaze froze
Fermin casually brushed his sleeve aside, revealing the sachet hanging from his waist,
The sachet was embroidered with the characters for “Fortune”
This was meant to be his birthday gift from Janice, yet now it hung from Fermin’s waist.
Leonard let out a strangled, deathrattle gasp, his bleary eyes bulging wide like saucers. In an instant, cold sweat drenched the front of his robe
He realized that Janice was in Fermin’s control,
Fermin suddenly spoke up, putting on a show of righteous indignation. “Leonard, do you admit your crimes? Your heinous deeds are so gave that death
is too good for you. I advise you to confess at once, lest you endure needless torment”
Leonard stared at the plaque reading “Justice Prevails” hanging high above the hall, and a bitter laugh almost escaped his lips.
Leonard thought bitterly, “What a cruel joke. This is absolutely goddamnidiculous.
“The real cult sits in judgment, yet he wants me to be the scapegual.
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Chapter 309
Leonard’s face twisted between a laugh and a sob. Sensing something was off, ander said in a low, commanding voice, “Prince Fermin, perfups you’d
Fermin said, “Don’t joke with me, Uncle Xander. The King merely sent me here to learn.I must have been over myself”
Fermin cupped his hands respectfully towand Xander, then quietly sat to the side and fell silent.
Surprisingly, Fermer’s expression had lightened considerably compared to just moments.ago.
Just then, Ansel rushed in. When he saw Fermin sitting inside, he paused briefly in surprise.
Noticing Ansel’s unusual expression, Xander instinctively glanced at Fermin
Before Kander could ponder further, Ansel was already at his side, whispering urgently in this ear, “Your Highness, Prince Fermin has taken Janicer”
Upon hearing this, Xander gre a slight nod and motioned for Ansel to withdraw.
After a moment’s thought, Xander realized why Fermin had suddenly shown up at the Federal Bureau. It was because he had leverage over Lennard.
He was here to send a message to Leonard
Xander thought, “Well, this has gotten intention. Up until now, I’d merely suspected Fermin and the Queen
if
If they just stayed out of this, they never would’ve given the
themselves aw
saway!
Xander’s lips curved into a slight smile, but his obsidian eyes glinted sharply.
His i smile was thin and chilling, but his glacial eyes fixed on Fermin like a predator eyeing trapped prey.
Suddenly, Fermin felt an inexplicable panic creeping in. He thought if he kept Leonard under his thumb, he would be safe.
of kindness.
He then turned to Ansel and ordered, “Take a squad to Fermin Manor. Say you’re acting under my orders to escort Miss Beckham for a temporary stay at
Both Leonard and Fermin turned to stare at Xander in astonishment.
Fermin broke out in a cold sweat and blurted out, “This won’t do Uncle Xander, you aren’t even married yet. How could Miss Beckham possibly stay at the Xander Manor?”
“Prince Fermin, you’re already married, which makes Fermin Manor even less appropriate for Miss Beckham. The Xander Manor is heavily guarded, which can ensure her safety. This matter is not open for discussion. My decision is final.” Without giving Fermin a chance to speak, ander tossed his
A servant approached with hot coffee, and Xander led his cup before taking a light, measured sip
Seeing Fermin looking utterly bewildered, Xander let out a faint chuckle. “Do try this coffee,” he said, “It’s delightfully sweet, with a rich, lingering
Fermin snapped back to reality, his body stiff as he reached for the cup. In his haste, he accidentally scalded his tongue and almost knocked the cup or
y a moment longer.
Fermin cupped his hands to Xander and said, “I just recalled some pressing business. Please cxcuse me now.”
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