Chapter 99: DANGEROUS BARGAIN

Adric, who was already bored listening to the ministers try to stop his coronation, was surprised to hear Oriana's voice. He turned to look at his personal guard, who was standing not very far from him. "Check what is going on, Rowan," he said to him.

When Rowan opened the door, Oriana's mouth was open; she was about to scream again, but then she paused on seeing Adric's personal guard.

"Your Highness," the guard bowed with great respect, which softened Oriana's heart. He was the only one who had acknowledged her title among other servants in the palace. She was going to savor the moment, but then she remembered the reason why she came here in the first place.

"How powerful is the Crown Prince in the palace?" Oriana asked, looking at the guard anxiously.

Rowan cleared his throat; it was a tough one. He looked at the other guards before saying, "Your Highness, it depends on what you are asking."