The Devil's Cursed Witch novel Chapter 254

Chapter 254 Medicine

Gregor wanted to shout in rage at how cruel his father was, but only a helpless sound that sounded more pathetic than a sob escaped his mouth. He was a fine swordsman, but so were the soldiers who were guarding the royal palace, their combat ability beyond the norm.

It was impossible for him to beat all these soldiers, much less with the presence of the King’s knight in front of him, who was the elite among the elite.

‘And there’s Shanel and my sons…’

Aside from his family, there were also his men who swore fealty to him. So many lives were on the line. He knew his father who would not bat an eye before taking their lives for the sake of the kingdom.

‘Even if I try to fight my way out…’

How many could he fight? Could he protect his wives and the newborn child while doing so? What about his three sons, could he have them escape? His loyal knights were also in danger… And then what? Would he have everyone live as fugitives in the Kingdom of Valor?

“If you obey His Majesty, things would only be over with the ending of two lives.”

The voice of the King’s knight sounded like a demon’s taunt as it reached his ears.

Veins popping out of his skin, Gregor held back his rage as he put his fallen sword back in the scabbard.

Satisfied by his silence, the King’s knight gestured for the Crown Prince to follow him. “Please come with me, Your Highness.” Even his manner of speaking changed to a courteous one.

As the knight led the way for him, Gregor had no choice but to follow him.

The King’s knight led his way back to his own chamber where not royal guards but a group of high-ranking knights were present. A bitter smile filled with anger and disbelief appeared on his face. Gregor could see his father had planned to keep him under strict watch.

Gregor entered his chamber and heard the King’s knight say, “Your Highness, please do not come out of the chamber until His Majesty allows you to.”

Gregor could only swallow the resentment he was feeling at this moment. He closed his eyes briefly to calm himself and said, “At least send my guardian knight to me. I am sure he by himself cannot create troubles for you.”

The King’s knight silently gazed at him, as if to weigh whether or not that was permissible, and gave a terse nod before leaving.

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Inside Sephina’s chamber, only the female servants sent by the King entered, led by two senior-looking servants, yet despite leaving the royal guards outside, their presence caused everyone inside the room to feel an uncomfortable chill in their spines.

Shanel knew those were the servants from the King’s palace; the one holding the wooden tray was the most trusted court lady of King Tredor.

The Crown Princess gestured for the midwife to continue what she was doing as she stood to confront the newcomers. The servants gave a brief but polite greeting.

“What brings you people here?” Shanel asked, feeling worried.

“Your Highness,” the servant standing beside the court lady answered, “this is medicine for Lady Sephina.”

“Medicine? What kind of medicine is it?” Shanel shivered as she could guess it was not what they claimed it to be.

“Your Highness, His Majesty has ordered us to bring this medicine. Kindly do not ask more questions,” the court lady replied, her expression and her voice without any emotions.

Seeing the court lady take a step forward, Shanel grew pale but did not budge from where she was standing. “M-My husband, let me get him–“

Shanel felt like all this was a bad dream, an illusion that would vanish the moment she opened her eyes. Just this morning, this chamber was filled with happiness and laughter, yet now… _{ƒree𝑤ebnσvel.com}