Chapter 101: After the Marquis House's Marriage Alliance, the Heir Apparent Was Manipulated (14)
The Rebellious Host Strikes Fear into the Mad King and Queen
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2026-04-01 02:55:35
In the silent room, an unexpected sound suddenly echoed.
The Fifth Prince tightened his grip on the dagger in his hand, his eyes keenly scanning toward the window.
The candlelight had long since died out, leaving only the faint glow of the moon to illuminate the room.
“Who’s there?!” The Fifth Prince rose to his feet, his gaze wary as he stared at the shadowy figure appearing by the window, his voice sharp and commanding.
Yet the courtyard remained still and silent; in the vast prince’s residence, it seemed there was no one else besides the two of them.
Reaching out, he found the fire striker on the small table nearby.