Chapter 141: Trapped in the cobwebs of lies

"I don't care if you bring disaster, since everyone's demise is just what I want. I will treat you better. That is why I am the better option, Princess. You will simply ruin that dog... no, this Ronmin Empire even without the Hendrik."

I huffed and panted for air, licking my lips only to taste the taste of iron in my mouth. His grip was so tight my inner cheek and gums bled. If he grip a bit tighter, I was certain my jaw would fall off. When I breathed three deep breaths, I glared daggers at him. 

What he had uttered was nothing but nonsense and simply aggravating. But alas, his eyes told me otherwise. It sounded ridiculous, but... what he said that was almost similar to Ashton's last words made my heart sink even deeper.