When Asteria finally regained her consciousness, she was relieved that she found she wasn't dead. The pain wracked all over her body was the proof. Her blurry sight had gradually turned for the better. "Where's it?" Asteria mumbled softly, wincing as she found out that she couldn't move. She remembered that it wasn't only her left-hand which got injured severely. The feet and head, even her neck, which was nearly slit were wrapped in something. Practically almost half her body had gotten injured. This terrible feeling left a bitter taste as the memories of what happened flooded into her mind. She was always on guard, yes, but she hadn't expected them to set a trap like this. They were sure a pair of cunning ones. "Asteria, you are awake?" A feminine voice called out. Unexpectedly, it was Annie. The expression

A few months had gone by. Asteria had almost fully recovered, except for her left hand. It had been fractured when the silver wolf clashed its claw against her unarmored hand. Thus, the recovery would take longer. Asteria absentmindedly looked out in the window at the green scenery outside. Asher's mansion was bigger than other nobles. From the outside, its structure which was completely made of wood would make one mistaken it for ordinary residence. But Asteria knew better that there was nothing ordinary here; the rooms were spacious, luxurious furniture and expensive-looking decorations scattered everywhere. The natural color from the wood gave one the atmosphere of solemnity. Asteria was pretty much enjoyed her stay here. She was able to relax and calm her mind after such an incident which had brought her a great shock. The refreshing feeling, secluded from the bu

Asteria was startled by Selena's straightforward question. She wasn't asking about whether it was true that she had poisoned Bryan, Viscount Raphael's son. The question implied that Selena had already known Annie was the one committing the crime. A complicated mood surged in Asteria's heart. Looking at the previously sweet Annie reduced into such an indifferent state. A moment of silence enveloped the whole room. "You already know." A low, raspy voice answered. When Annie looked up, her apathetic eyes gazed straight ahead. The outline of her body had gotten thinner from the last time Asteria met her. It was three weeks ago. "You'll be dead," Selena said rather harshly, glaring at Annie. However, there was no malice in those words. Annie's punishment could only be one indeed; execution.

"Enough," Asher stated, not wanting to play along with any longer. "If you still have some dissatisfaction. Just report it to His Majesty." The two guards jolted, maintaining the respectful and fearful expression as Asher and the rest walked away. Their figures disappearing as the door to the next room slammed close. The guards exchanged glances. They were just guards, how could they have the privilege of reporting straight to His Majesty? However, the princess was another problem now. They didn't know what she had done to land herself in this predicament. Judging how Asher didn't even spare her another glance, they seemed not to be on good terms. Currently, that stunning face of Princess Adrina was filled with fury. Glaring at the two guards, making the two hurriedly walked away. When no one was there anymor

It was dark, with the only moonlight shining down through the gaps in the windows. Asteria wasn't fond of the dark. She lit the lamp, instantly the sight of the room entered her eyes. She threw herself on the bed, careful not to squash her right arm in the process. The left hand reached for the pillow, hugging it to her body while sighing. "Lady Asteria, the dinner has been prepared." A maid informed her, followed by the knocking on the door. Asteria, who had just laid down her body and closed her eyes, frowning. She groaned, feeling tired. Opening her eyes, she told the maid in loud voice. "Coming." Changing into the new clothes, a leathered knight outfit, Asteria came out of the room and descended the stairs. Asher had been waiting in the dining hal