25 THE KING

"No." Wu's blunt statement made the alluring man in front of him to quirk a brow in response. Yue herself was to some extent bewildered at his quick rejection without giving it even a mindful thought. Perhaps, he didn't surrender himself to the authority of the Royalty. Who was this man christened name precisely? He was devoid of any common signs of fear, he was valiant in all aspects considered.

And speak of a worse timing, just as Yue was studying Shuang's responsive facial expressions to Wu's abrupt denial of his invitation or rather summoning, Wu turned towards her and caught her in the act.