Chapter 18: A Fight For Love

Marcus’ POV

“One of the messengers is on his way to deliver the letter to the prince,” said Raphael, my right-hand man.

I nodded. “That’s good then. Just make sure that the letter reaches the prince and that only he will be able to read it. It should not be read by anyone else in the kingdom, especially his cunning father. Because I will also need his power for my child.”

His power was not far behind the princess’, you see. So, it would be better if I could acquire it as well, so that he could serve a purpose before he dies again.

“You can rely on them. They already know what they need to do,” he replied, about to leave when something suddenly occurred to me.

“By the way, where is Dave? I haven’t seen him for a while now. He disappeared without even saying goodbye,” I asked, looking at him intently.

He lowered his head again. “I apologize, but I haven’t seen him since we arrived here.”

I sighed. That child was always a headache. Sometimes I couldn’t help but suspect his actions.

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