The Divorced Heiress’s Revenge

"Ash, what's wrong? Why are you troubled?"

Justin approached Asher once he was alone. "Did you encounter any trouble during your visit to the palace? Right now, everyone is busy with Bella's situation. The pressure and pain you're enduring are no less than ours-perhaps even greater."

Asher lifted his gaze to meet Justin's eyes, feeling a pang of gratitude. "At a time like this, I'm grateful that you still notice my emotions, Justin. I truly appreciate it."

"Ash, don't say that. We are family. To me, you are as important as Bella."

During the days that Bella had been missing, Justin had been unable to sleep and found it hard to eat. His nerves were constantly on edge. Any slight change in those around him magnified his stress, making him even more anxious. "What exactly happened?"

"Actually, it's nothing much," Asher said, his lips tightening into a thin line. "When I went to the palace, I finally met the King whom they all hold in high regard. He was very kind and hospitable, personally guiding me through the palace. He dined with me and showed concern for my health, even inquiring about my work and life over the years. He seemed like a warm and approachable elder, without the airs of a sovereign. Even though I'm not from Sentania, I was somewhat overwhelmed."

Asher's feelings. He would also be nervous in a similar

good. It's overwhelming, and it feels strange. We had only met for the first time today, and we have no personal connection. With

was engraved with exquisite dragon patterns, representing nobility and mystery. This was clearly not

the

childhood under the tutelage

this ornament in museum brochures before. It's an antique, a personal item of the previous Sentania kings, passed down through generations. It's likely three to four hundred years

shock as he stared at the ornament. "Why would he give such a valuable heirloom to me?! Such an important item should be given to his only son." Justin pressed his lips together,

had mentioned to him previously and the royal secrets he had heard from his friend regarding a missing female

a piercing intensity. His heart raced as he traced