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Sherlyn thought about it before she said, “That evil b*tch, Charlotte, is counting on us to let her go now, but we can’t do that.

“We will not be able to find her again if she walked out those doors. When that happens, the wedding will be over, and we will be the laughing stock. Plus, Louis will be heartbroken.

“The way I see it. We should lock her up somewhere else and plan our next step after we have pacified Louis.”

“You are terrible at planning,” replied Robert through gritted teeth, “Who the hell do you think Charlotte Lindberg is? A maid? Do you think you can just do whatever you want with her?

“Even if we ignore the fact that Mr. Lindberg is missing and even if we assume that he is dead, we will still have to deal with his subordinates! They have more than enough power to crush us.

“Also, have you forgotten that the guy, Gordon, is still waiting for Charlotte in Pillere?

“On top of all that, Danrique might not even be dead. What if he returns from this war and makes it back to the top in the future? He will come after us then, and we will be destroyed!

“It would, maybe, be acceptable if we actually have a valid reason for making her stay here, but we will be on a road to self-destruct if you push too far.”

“What is that supposed to mean? Are you really going to let her go?” demanded Sherlyn unhappily.

looked troubled. He was burdened at that moment as well, and nothing seemed

can’t keep her here, nor can I set her free… What should

series of hushed knocks suddenly came from the door. Avril’s nervous voice came at the very next second. She reported, “Sir Robert, Lady Sherlyn, I tried knocking on Sir Louis’ door, but he locked himself in and never responded. I worry

Robert and Sherlyn were quick to leave their room

open the door. Don’t scare us like this. Just open the door and let’s talk

No one responded.

shouted Robert

don’t think he’d do anything stupid,

door open,” ordered Robert right

door as hard as they could. It took them several minutes before they

barged in nervously. She couldn’t help being stunned

a snail that had hidden in a shell to protect itself. In Louis’ case, however, he was hiding away so that others couldn’t see how ashamed and broken he

approached him slowly, “Don’t hold your emotions in like this. Just let it

else. Out!” ordered Robert sternly

left and closed the door