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Elena thought it was impressive how quickly Princess Tiana’s countenance changed from the entitled smirk to an uneasy look in her pale face.
“I’m afraid I have no idea what you are talking about, Ivar.”
“You don’t? Didn’t Sir Abelon arrive with you today?”
Now, judging by the short moment of disbelief that flashed through Tiana’s eyes, right before she settled on anger, and how calm Ivar appeared to be considering that a man from the princess' side was caught on the very first day, another suspicion rose in Elena’s mind.
“Jean found him snooping around his office. I was forced to cut his hands and tongue.”
He didn’t blink when he revealed this violent punishment, and it still sent shivers down to her spine.
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