Chapter 100. I Deserve an Explanation

Cercei’s POV

“He had no involvement in this matter; it’s entirely on me,” my mother attempted to clarify once more.

“Mamà, he’s deeply involved in this,” I interjected firmly.

“And why do you consistently stand up for him?” Irritation tinged my words. Lucian garnered all of her approval, leaving me with nothing. I’m not aiming to be childish, but her constant support for him is incredibly irritating.

“I’m merely suggesting that Lucian is an admirable Alpha. He carried out every task I assigned to him,” she asserted. I couldn’t help but scoff. Right, the King of the North obediently executed her every command. The roles seem blurred now, I can’t quite tell who’s serving whom.

“Mamà, I’ve already forgiven you. Can we end this conversation?” I appealed.

“And what are your intentions now, Cers?” Her tone shifted to seriousness. I clamped my lips shut. The truth is, I have no idea.

“I honestly don’t know,” I responded candidly.

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