Chapter 65. Twice the Monster

Lucian’s POV

“What do you mean she has escaped?” I demanded, clenching my teeth.

Frank fixed his gaze on me, standing tall with both hands resting behind his back while I remained seated in my swivel chair.

“Somebody interrupted us,” he explained. My rage boiled over, and I pounded the table with my hands, the sound echoing throughout my office.

“Who was it?” I inquired. My face was gloomy.

“We don’t know,” He briefly answered. I glanced at the other men standing behind Frank, all visibly intimidated, avoiding my gaze.

I rubbed my temples to ease the building tension.

“Find out who was responsible, and locate her!” I commanded, rising from my chair and approaching Frank.

“This time, make sure you don’t lose her,” I said firmly before storming out.

Descending to the basement, I checked our captives. Among them was Cercei’s mother, bearing the marks of her struggle. Her injuries were severe, and I had to call for a docto