Chapter 559. Let Her Go!

“Esme, come here,”

King Leif VI called, beckoning her with a calm wave of his hand.

Caitlin seized the moment. Head bowed, she slipped past Maxwell without a word.

Maxwell’s eyes followed her like a shadow, cold and unreadable, until she stood safely at the King’s side.

“Your Majesty,”

She curtsied formally.

Leif VI gave her a subtle nod and, with a glance toward Maxwell, said clearly,

“I’ve learned everything I needed. You acted with bravery and selflessness, risking your life to save my son Magnus. On behalf of the royal family, I thank you.”

“It was nothing, Your Majesty. I simply did what anyone would have done.”

Caitlin’s tone was humble, her demeanor composed.

Leif VI gestured for his attendants to escort him out. As he wheeled away, he added without looking back,

“Maxwell, I’ll be taking her with me. There’s no need for any further questioning.”

“...Yes, Your Majesty,”

Maxwell responded through grit