Chapter 724. The One Leif Vi Was Waiting For Was Him

Caitlin showed not the slightest panic and asked evenly, You suspect I am an accomplice to the attackers? What evidence do you have?

I have proof.

Maxwell’s tone went cold. Come in.

Two subordinates rushed into the ward. Caitlin had thought he would produce so-called evidence; instead, the two men seized her by the arms.

Stop! What do you think you are doing?

Leif VI’s fury flared. He braced himself with one arm to sit up.

Your Majesty! Caitlin cried, anxious.

Shane stepped forward at once, shouting, His Majesty told you to stop. Did you not hear?

The two men glanced at each other, fearful yet unwilling to let go. The air in the ward tightened in an instant.

Leif VI’s expression darkened. Maxwell, release her.

Shane grabbed Maxwell by the collar. Do you know what you are doing? You dare lay hands on someone in the king’s ward?

The royal guards raised their weapons in unison, dark muzzles leveled at Maxwell.

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