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George set down his wine cup without hesitation. His tone was calm and composed. "Very well, I'll listen to the queen."Steven was dumbfounded. He hadn't expected this at all.Jane hadn't thought George would be so easily persuaded either. She was mainly worried that if he got drunk, it would ruin her plans.The officials at the table were deeply moved."Your Majesty, Jadonia's crushing defeat is truly satisfying!""They actually were fooled by a fake defense map, thinking they could break through Nidora's defenses. How delusional!""Your Majesty, there's a young man at the northern borders named Conan. He has made great contributions in this battle. His future is promising!""Conan? That name sounds familiar. Isn't he the one who presented the onyxite back then?" George asked."Yes, that's him!"Jane quietly took a sip of her wine.George's interest in Conan was piqued. Henry's disciple was certainly no ordinary man. If he continued serving the court, he would be properly re

"Your Majesty, the Foster family truly didn't know about the marriage substitution," Jane insisted.George didn't respond. He only stared at her coldly, as if trying to see through her very soul.Their eyes met, and the chamber fell into a heavy silence. Even the sound of his unsteady breathing, roughened by anger, could be heard.Then, he abruptly let go of her chin and turned his back to her. He clasped his hands behind him, fists clenched tight.It was clear that he was restraining himself."How could the Foster family be completely unaware of such a grave matter? Do you take me for a fool, or are you certain that I will spare you?"But you shouldn't have told me this tonight, at this moment. You've ruined everything!"She had ruined the hairpin, and consequently the rare show of trust and sincerity he had offered. He had thought that in this treacherous harem, his queen was the one exception.But she was just like everyone else."Your Majesty–""Silence! I do not wish to

Jane's expression remained calm."I'm also a member of the Morris family."It was a simple sentence that stirred a storm. George's expression stiffened.Jane continued. "I was abandoned by the Foster family. The ones who took me in were Kennedy and Marrissa Morris."George understood.No wonder he had thought she was overly concerned with Jocelyn. It turned out they were from the same adopted family. It also explained why her martial arts abilities were so formidable. If her master was Kennedy, then it all made sense.George didn't interrupt her, so Jane continued."At first, I had no suspicion of Jocelyn regarding Wendy's case. But as the investigation went on, all the evidence pointed to her. Like you, I couldn't understand why. We grew up together. We were inseparable. Why would she harm my sister?"Later, I learned from my master that he agreed to let someone impersonate Stanley for the sake of his mother, following Stanley's untimely death. In recent years, her health had

The sun was setting. In the royal study, George was still occupied with state affairs.Karlsen stepped forward to report."Your Majesty, I personally examined the bodies and had the coroner conduct an autopsy. It was confirmed that they were struck by poisoned needles before their deaths. The poison wasn't fatal but could quickly render someone unconscious."George's hand paused as he placed his quill on its rest. His expression was unreadable."No wonder they were completely wiped out." His tone was indifferent, yet it sent a chill through the air.-After nightfall, George arrived once more at Zen Palace.Jane greeted him respectfully.George got straight to the point. "Where is Helena?"Jane looked up at him. "Your Majesty, do you wish to see her?"George seated himself in the main chair. He had a relaxed posture."Firstly, I sentenced her to exile, yet you took her away, which is a direct defiance of my decree. Secondly, since she is a key witness, I naturally need to

"Do you think Helena is innocent?" Jane's tone was unusually calm.George noticed the lack of emotion in her words and set down his fork. His gaze turned sharp as he stared at her."Is taking matters into your own hands the right thing to do?"Jane lifted her eyes to meet his gaze. She had an indifferent and detached expression."Forgive me, but if I hadn't taken matters into my own hands, would Lady Helena not have already been sent to another city to live in comfort? You think you've exiled her, yet you secretly prepared a fine retreat for her."In order to avenge my sister, I had no choice but to take her away."It was an accusation. He had not dealt with her fairly.A trace of anger surfaced on George's strikingly handsome face.There was no need for Jane to provoke him further, so she swiftly changed the subject. "But you need not worry. Once the truth is clear, I will return her to the palace."George's gaze darkened.What did she mean by bringing Helena back to the pal