Chapter 519. Embrace in Comfort

Chantel Aeden Revia

Gunshots echo through the corridor, jolting me into action. I scramble after the guards, unarmed but determined. My fists are all I have, and they'll have to do.

The guards turn around the corner, and I hurriedly follow them. That's when I see it happen. Lord Torryn shoots the helper who brought Zave the gift. He kills him.

The guards holster their guns, behaving as if this is perfectly acceptable.

I try to contain my reaction, but my heart races at the sight before me. What in the world is wrong with him? That's supposed to be my uncle? I knew my family had its issues, but this is beyond belief.

"What the hell is wrong with you?" I blurt out before I can stop myself.

Smooth, Chantel. Very queenly.

"Your grace," he bows. "I take it your brother didn't appreciate my gift, so that must be his fault," he explains, motioning to the fallen helper.

"Your behavior is d