“Dorian, if you don’t believe me, go ask Father. See if I’m lying about the imperial decree,” Fraser declared confidently.

Dorian shot him a skeptical look before stepping aside. “Fine, I suppose you wouldn’t dare lie. Go on, then.”

As they entered the city gates, Catalina leaned closer to Fraser and whispered, “Fraser, was Father really angry?”

“Of course he was,” Fraser replied with a sigh. “It took forever to convince him to let you in. And Abbot Infinides was there too, so you’re not getting out of your punishment this time. But don’t worry, your big brother’s got your back.” He reached out and gently patted her head.

“You’re the best, Fraser,” Catalina murmured, resting her head coyly on his shoulder.

Fraser shook his head with a chuckle. “You’re all grown up now, but you still act like a little kid. If you keep this up, your future partner’s going to get jealous.”

Catalina replied without hesitation, “He wouldn’t.”

that Jared wouldn’t get jealous just because she was acting spoiled around her

a moment, then asked, “Wait a second, Catalina. D-Do you have

I don’t!” Catalina stammered,

eyes. “Don’t lie to

me, not since we were kids. This time, when you left Twilight Imperial City for the Ethereal Realm,

I didn’t meet anyone!” Catalina’s

her retreat, Fraser felt certain-his little sister

Fraser called, motioning to Leftblind and Rightblind

and Rightblind, Catalina’s bodyguards,

the two respected his close relationship with Catalina

him, “does my

about Her Highness’ personal affairs? You’d have to ask her yourself,”

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