Chapter 549. The Temptress You Can’t Refuse

Caitlin and the conductor rushed forward to meet the doctor.

“The patient’s bloodwork shows cyanide poisoning. Luckily, he was brought in time. We’ve performed gastric lavage and emergency treatment. His life is no longer in danger.”

“Thank you... thank you, doctor.”

After the doctor left, the group remained in place, waiting anxiously.

The Queen’s assistant discreetly sought out the doctor who had just given the update. From him, he confirmed that Federico had indeed suffered from cyanide poisoning. The medical records backed it up—this wasn’t a ruse.

He returned to the palace and reported everything to Heather.

When the Queen saw the hospital report, her fury finally subsided a little. “So I was wrong. He really was poisoned. But why? Who would poison him?”

She sat in thought for several long moments, but no answer came to her.

“Prepare a royal delegation to visit the hospital tomorrow morning. Also, notify the Sanctis police—within