Read with BonusRead with Bonus

Chapter 45

Lucien’s POV

Arnaud, that traitor, I grumble inwardly. So he was working for my father after all. How could I not see that?

"And what did your informant tell you?" I ask casually.

My father leans back, adjusting his posture as his fingers meet in a prayer-mantis style.

"Hmm." He purses his...