Chapter 55

Inside Leo's palace on the island of Sicily, Aceline entered her grandfather Leo's office, then sat next to him on the sofa where her mother, Mary, was also sitting. She tried to put on a diplomatic smile before speaking and said:

-Dear grandfather, why do you insist on me marrying Victor even though you will transfer everything in the name of that murderous fool, Ars?

The grandfather laughed and replied: The first girl to speak so boldly about Aras. Girl, even your mother did not dare to stand up and challenge Aras, who is her husband, and she is under my protection. You know very well that if he harms her, I will tear out his heart with my own hands.

Aceline moved in a way that showed some pride and said

-I am not afraid of him, nor am I afraid of any creature on the face of the earth

The grandfather whispered: Because you are sure that Victor will protect you, right?

She smiled shyly and said: “Yes, somewhat like that, but really, I a