The Scarred Queen's Rise (Athena) novel Chapter 502

Chapter 502

She dabbed at her tears with a handkerchief, her delicate sobs painting a picture of vulnerable beauty

Alexandra lovingly patted the back of her hand and declared, “As long as I’m here, the position of Mrs. Cavendish will be yours and yours alone

Kendra whimpered, “But Prince Xander doesn’t care for me at all. Why should i keep humiliating myself like this!”

Alexandra reassured Kendra, “Who says he doesn’t care for you? He’s merely been bewitched by that woman. Just stay put and don’t dwell on it.”

Only after much coaxing from Alexandra did Kendra finally, albeit reluctantly, agree to stay

Xander was slipping from her grasp, sending Alexandra into a fury.

He cannot

be allowed to bring that woman into the Xander Manor, she fumed to herself he does,

how will fo

lever accomplish my grand design

Right now, Winona, the Queen, was the only one who might sway the King, but she and Alexandra had long been an unfriendly terms.

Back when they were both imperial consorts, they had fiercely competed for the title of queen.

Alexandra had held the Emperor’s favor, and in Winona’s eyes, she was a thom in the court

Now, they were the fire and water, sworn enemies whose hatred only fared hotter each time they crossed paths

The idea of Winona lifting a finger to help her was absurd. That would happen only when hell froze over

With a weary sigh, Alexandra sank into her rosewood armchair, her temples pulsing with pain.

Were it not for Winona’s powerful kin, Arthur would never have claimed the crown, Xander was more gifted in every way. He was never meant to live in another man’s shadow

Alexandra paused for a moment, then commanded, “Send word to Grand Tutor Porter and have him come see me immediately.” She had resolved to consult with haat about this matter

Meanwhile, talk of Alexandra’s lavish birthday celebration still rippled through the Pidence City.

it was not long before every detail of the event echoed throughout the capital

by most was how openly Xander defended Athena, a gesture that let the aristocracy in collective disbelief.

But what stunned society most was

Within the royal palace, Arthur sat in quiet thought, his eyes resting on the pale green buds forming on the trees outside his window. Thanatus stepped forward, presenting a cup of coffee. “Your Majesty,” he said softly, “please have some tea.”

Arthur snapped out of his reverie, took the cup, sipped the coffee lightly, then set it back down with deliberate precision.

“Tell me, what do you think Xander is up to?” he asked

Thanatus understood what Arthur was getting at. He was undoubtedly contemplating the matter of Xander and Athena. When Xander had previously come to the palace, he used his military accomplishments to request a marriage decree Arthur, thinking it a momentary impulse, gave a verbal agreement but deliberately withheld the official decree. Now, after hearing what took place at Alexandra’s birthday celebration, his thoughts on the matter were beginning to shit.

It was clear now: Xander was genuinely fond of that woman

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Chapter 502

Thanatus offered a respectful smile. “Since this matter concerns Prince Xander, I wouldn’t presume to speak too freely

Arthur raised an eyebrow and gave him a pointed look. “Is that so? You’ve presumed plenty before, ift truly minded, you’d have lost your he

“My life has always been in Your Majesty’s hands. I remain ever grateful for your grace,” Thanatus replied calmly

The King had no patience for his flattery and shot him a sidelong glance. “Out with IL”

Thanatus inclined his head, it may be that Prince Kander wishes to avoid undue scrutiny, le lavor toward the Viscountess might be a matter of timing more than anything else. With his rank, he could have nearly any noble lady he pleased.

“But now that his mother is pushing for an alliance will the Porters… well, that’s not something I dare to judge.”

“Hmph,” Arthur snorted coldly. “She’s like a dying centipede, still twitching. Ambitious as she is, she’ll never amount to anything otherwise, she wouldn’t still be just a Dowager Consort”

Hearing this, Thanatus cautiously inquired, “And what about Prince Xander?”

“Let’s observe a while longer” Arthur murmured, his brow furrowed with concern.

No king tolerates a rival power at his doorstep.

The Xander Manor’s influence had grown too p powerful; it was only a matter of time before it threatened the throne. The moment had come to rein them

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