Provoking a Graceful Bloom のすべてのチャプター: チャプター 461 - チャプター 470

After speaking, Jillian actually scrambled to her feet, as if she meant to throw herself against one of the grand hall's stone columns.Andrew's reflexes were quick. He called out sharply, "Stop her!"A nearby guard dashed forward and caught her just before she could strike the pillar. But she continued to sob and wail, her grief filling the hall, which soon became unbearably noisy.His head throbbing with the clamor, Wilfred waved his hand impatiently.Andrew hurried over. "Lord Lewis, you must calm your daughter at once. His Majesty cares deeply for his people, but she can't be allowed to behave like this!"The words were firm. Philip understood immediately and took action without delay. He rose and went to his daughter, taking her gently in his arms."Jillian, my dear, don't be upset. His Majesty cares for his people as if they were his own. He would never let you be wronged. I promise, he will make this right," he murmured softly.Jillian sobbed quietly, resting against her

Theodore was still a prince, so Wilfred had to give him some respect with outsiders present. Before Sebastian and Lilia entered, Theodore had already risen and stepped aside. So, the moment they stepped in, supporting one another, he saw them immediately.He had expected to see another hideous sight, one so unpleasant that even Wilfred would turn away in disgust. But to his utter shock, Lilia looked remarkably fresh and elegant today. Her face was lightly made up, exquisite and flawless, fair and delicate. Her skin was soft, and her features were bright and captivating.Though her eyes couldn't see, they were clear, sparkling, and strikingly beautiful. There were no dark circles or gaunt cheeks. She was clearly a lovely young lady. And given her status as a princess, she carried herself with nobility and grace, even though she was blind.Theodore could hardly believe his eyes. The hideous figure that had haunted his nightmares and made him feel sick at the thought of her had now bec

"Sebastian Campbell, you hypocrite! Why must you put on airs in front of me?" Theodore snapped.At that moment, the prince wished he could tear the seemingly righteous expression from Sebastian's face. He was nothing but a fraud!"You gave Princess Lilia that disguise and made her look ugly on purpose. Surely that was you and your sister's idea! Do you really think I'm so blind I won't see through it?"Sebastian wanted to respond, but ultimately said nothing. There was no need to argue with someone like Theodore. They had already achieved what they wanted. What anyone else thought or felt was no concern of theirs.However, Lilia couldn't bear to see Sebastian slighted in any way.She snorted. "Sebastian had nothing to do with it. He isn't scheming or cunning like that."A schemer like Theodore actually dared to call Sebastian hypocritical? What a joke!"So, you were in on it too?" Theodore glared at Lilia, gritting his teeth. "You really don't want to marry me?""Of course I do

Although Nathaniel commanded immense power at the Northern Frontier, this was the capital. His greatest support here came from Isolde's family, especially since he hadn't brought much of an army with him at all.Every prince had at least thirty thousand troops stationed around the city. By contrast, the Obsidian Monarch only had three thousand personal guards. To put it bluntly, Nathaniel could hardly protect himself if anything serious happened.If news that he had attacked his own brother reached Wilfred, Nathaniel would surely face punishment, as the king despised any bloodshed between siblings.So, why had the Obsidian Monarch kidnapped Theodore, merely to strike him? What could he possibly hope to gain? Emma couldn't fathom it."The other person..." Theodore hesitated, frowning more deeply with each passing moment. "I'm not sure who it was, but I think it was a woman."The sound of the footsteps had been light and delicate, almost like a girl's. There had even been a faint, s

Sally turned and left at once. The situation was urgent, and every moment counted. For three hundred guests, at least forty tables would be needed. Distinguished officials and nobles would be in attendance, so the seating couldn't be cramped. Eight guests per table, with a few extra tables set aside in case families brought additional members.When Sally mentioned three hundred, she meant that Selena should review the guest list. Of course, there was some flexibility. Adjustments of twenty or so were acceptable.Selena and Sebastian went immediately to the study to draft the invitations, with Yuvan ready to deliver them in batches. Suddenly, the entire Blackmoor Estate was in a whirlwind of activity. Even Lilia joined in, offering advice on the menu. Though she couldn't see, she and Sally worked well together, producing surprisingly good suggestions.Sebastian and Selena drafted the guest list carefully. Princes and high-ranking nobles were invited first, while the concubines of the