Chương 162: [Bonus chapter]

"You do not harm innocents, your grace. I know you are kind." Ana almost coughed at those words. She was kind once!

Now look at her hands stained with blood. 

"I heard that you have a family you ignored for a long time to take care of my husband. To show our gratitude, I have called your daughter and son in law to the palace. I will offer them good positions." she smiled when she held the woman's eyes trembling for a second before calmness settled again.

"Your grace!"

"There is no need to thank me. It is my duty as your master." she could notice uneasiness settling on Isla's face no matter how much she tried to hide it.

But Ana feigned ignorance and walked away. It is already morning and she had guests to receive.

As she reached her chamber, Emma was kneeling in front of her chair. Her face was stained with tears. She looked so miserable and hurt that Ana paused.