Chapter 539
Willow pursed her lips and said respectfully. “Your Majesty, this is a facial mask prepared. When applied, it will leave your skin soft and smooth, and gradually reduce wrinkles p>
The Queen cared most about her appearance, but time had stolen her youthful radiance.
New and beautiful women kept entering the palace one after another, and the King hadn’t set foot in the Queen’s chambers for over a year.
Even when he did, he’d just take a short break and leave right away,
Though the women in the Core Palace appeared respectful on the surface, they were all secretly mocking the Queen for failing to retain the King’s favor.
Because of this, the Queen had summoned numerous beauticians to adjust her cosmetics, yet she saw little improvement.
Hearing Willow’s words, the Queen’s interest was instantly piqued. “is that really true?” she asked, her voice filled with a mixture of hope and skepticism,
“I dare not deceive Your Majesty,” Willow replied respectfully, “However, this remedy requires consistent, long term use to show its true effects p>
Still somewhat skeptical, the Queen motioned for Willow to step forward and demonstrate
Willow carefully applied the mask to the palace maid’s face. Fifteen minutes later, she peeled it off, revealing skin that was now visibly more supple and dewy.
Seeing this, the Queen beamed with delight and said, “ Willow, you truly are a gifted lady. It’s truly a blessing for the Osborne family to have you join them p>
“I would d gladly do anything to ease Your Majesty’s mind,” Willow replied respectfully
The blaze of anger in the Queen’s heart had largely died down. Now that she had found a scapegoat, her fury toward Michael naturally diminished as
However, she wasn’t about to let this matter slide so easily
“Go back and discipline your son properly. Knock some sense into him. If he dares to do something this foolish again, I will show absolutely no leniency,” the Queen declared coldly.
Kelsey breathed a genuine sigh of relief and repeatedly assured the Queen, “Your Majesty, rest assured. I swear such a thing will never happen again p>
The Queen responded coolly, “I am tired now. You may leave p>
“Yes, Your Majesty.” Kelsey and Willow prostrated themselves in deep reverence before withdrawing from the hall.
Not long after Kelsey and Willow returned to the Osborne residence, a servant rushed in with urgent news. “Mrs. Osborne, the Viscountess and Prince Xander have returned to Pidence City p>
Hearing this, Kelsey felt a chill run down her spine.
She looked out the window Unknowingly, dark clouds gathered above them.
The sky hung oppressively low, so dark and heavy it seemed ready to crash down, filling her with creeping dread.
She said, “Looks like something big is going to happen today. ”
Willow asked nervously, “Mother, what do you think Athena might do
Lven though this case seemed unrelated to the Osbome family, Willow couldn’t shake the unsettling feeling
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Chapter 539
She couldn’t help but recall that harrowing night three years ago, when the Imperial Guards surrounded Kurtis’s residence.
However, the duke’s estate remained firmly closed, turning a deaf ear to this matter.
Outside the Heaven Hall, Athena knelt on the white marble steps.
The drizzling rain soaked through her clothes, sending an uncontrollable shiver through her body the biting cold seeped into her bones.
In her hands, Athena held aloft the evidence that would vindicate Kurtis.
Looking up at the towering palace, Athena called out loudly, “Your Majesty, your humble servant Athena Monson, pleads for justice for General Kurtis Perkins. My grandfather never embezzled. I implore Your Majesty to investigate this matter thoroughly p>
Her voice echoed through the Imperial Palace. Inside the Heaven Hall, Arthur Cavendish’s eyes snapped open. “Who dares cause such disturbance outside our chambers?” he demanded
“Your Majesty, it’s Viscountess Athena, Thanatus Harold reported, his face tense and voice barely above a whisper, “She’s outside pleading for General
Perkins vindication p>
Arthur pondered for a moment, then a sudden realization flashed in his eyes. Where is Kurtis now p>
Thanatus replied respectfully, “Your Majesty, he is currently residing in a remote village in the northwestern region p>
Arthur let out a thoughtful hum. “It’s been three years, and he’s still alive p>
Thanatus couldn’t fathom Arthur’s thoughts, so he dared not offer any response.
Thanatus stood respectfully to the side, cautiously observing Arthur’s expression.
Arthur cleared his throat lightly before issuing the imperial command, “Bring her in p>
“Yes, Your Majesty,” Thanatus replied respectfully, then took a few steps back and exited the Heaven Hall.
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Sara Lili
Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.